Iconic Avon Estate on 2.5+ Acres with Guest House & Barns! The sellers are sad to leave their beautiful home, yet life is taking them in an exciting new direction-offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to enjoy this cherished property. Lovingly restored and impeccably maintained, this historic Avon home blends timeless charm with modern luxury. Featuring newer roofs (2022/2024), new exterior paint (2024), a whole-house generator (2022), propane cooking, newer HVAC systems (2021/2024), newer driveway (2021), newer appliances, a newer well pump, and new garage doors-this home is truly move-in ready. Inside, enjoy soaring ceilings, gleaming refinished hardwood floors, arched entries, and detailed millwork. The gourmet kitchen includes radiant heat floors, granite counters, a walk-in pantry, Fisher & Paykel appliances and opens to a covered porch ideal for year-round entertaining and overlooking a peaceful, flat backyard. The main level also offers two fireplaced rooms, a formal dining room, a bright sitting room/office, and a large family room. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet, vaulted ceiling, and radiant-heated bathroom with timeless finishes. The extraordinary guest cottage includes wide plank floors, a full kitchen, loft space, fireplace and a full bath-ideal for guests, or a private studio. A heated 30'x48' hobby barn and an additional 32'x40' barn offer exceptional space for hobbies, workshops, storage, or recreational vehicles. View today! This house is a well-preserved example of the popular Villa style, popularized in the 1850s by Henry Austin. Historical records link the property to the prosperous Goodrich family. Though updated, the barns remain recognizable as 19th-century outbuildings. The house and barns reflect Avon's rich agricultural past. Advertised square footage includes 839 sq ft in the Cottage, per town records.
Sold for $935,000 on 07/08/25
$935,000
290 Waterville Road, Avon, CT 06001
4beds
4,094sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
2.69 Acres Lot
$958,600 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$5,121 Estimated rent
Home value
$958,600
$872,000 - $1.05M
$5,121/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2025 at 07:47am
Listed by:
William Glanville 860-372-5898,
Glanville Real Estate 860-372-5898
Bought with:
Theresa A. Maselli, RES.0792077
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24092314
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 22
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Great room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Patio/Terrace, Travertine Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 406 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29 x 14
Living room
- Features: 2 Story Window(s), High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Other
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Stall Shower, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Other
- Area: 704 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 32
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Mud Room
Features
- Wired for Data, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,094
- Total interior livable area: 4,094 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,094
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Barn, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 8
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Kennel
Lot
- Size: 2.69 Acres
- Features: Level, Open Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House, Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 435387
- Zoning: RU2A
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian Colonial,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Private School(s), Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Avon
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2025 | Sold | $935,000+10%$228/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24092314 | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Pending sale | $850,000$208/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24092314 | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000+77.1%$208/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24092314 | ||
| 2/4/2019 | Sold | $480,000-43.5%$117/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170091938 | ||
| 8/25/2015 | Listing removed | $850,000$208/sqft |
Source: Realty Consultants LLC #G669610 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,031 +3.7% | $456,280 |
| 2024 | $13,533 +19.3% | $456,280 +42.3% |
| 2023 | $11,345 +2.3% | $320,580 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06001
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Thompson Brook SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10Avon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 10/10Avon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pine Grove
- High: Avon
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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