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Sold for $400,000 on 04/15/24
  • $400,000

    481 Route 87, Columbia, CT 06237

    5beds
    2,835sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    1.72 Acres Lot
    $451,000 Zestimate®
    $141/sqft
    $3,685 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $451,000

    $424,000 - $483,000

    $3,685/mo

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    What's special

    Immaculate Federalist-era home circa 1890 with timeless charm and modern updates. Situated on 1.75 acre level lot, this stunning residence showcases hardwood floors throughout. The 1st floor features an eat-in kitchen, totally remodeled in 2020, complete with stainless steel appliances & granite counters. The L-shaped living room has natural light streaming in through a beautiful bay window. The 1st floor offers a versatile bedroom, currently used as an office, a den, and a full bathroom, providing flexibility. You will find 5 bedrooms & a spacious walk-in closet on the second floor. One of the strengths of this property is the diversity of heating systems. Traditional oil burner which supplies the 2 zone system. Two heat pumps supply mini splits on the 1st floor & a more traditional ducted system on the 2nd floor for additional heating and summer-time cooling. The living room has a pellet stove insert (35,000 BTU). This allows matching your heating source with the most favorable winter market conditions. Oversized 2 car garage. Some of the 2022 and 2023 upgrades are: Installed 22 kv Generac and two owned propane tanks that can power the entire home. * Blown insulation for entire attic * Installed 2 heat pumps, mini splits on 1st floor and ductwork & 2 airhandlers in attic * Installed new Zoeller primary sump pump, backup sump, high level alarm & new pits in basement* Encapsulted basement crawl space & installed commercial grade dehumidifier that pumps outside

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 18, 2024 at 11:25am

    Listed by:

    Sherry Borgeson 860-334-0095,

    Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-537-6699

    Bought with:

    Gregory Conway, RES.0811437

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170575331MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 95.7 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8.11 x 11.8
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 111.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8.6 x 13
    Bedroom
    • Features: Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 220.5 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.7 x 15
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 219 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.6 x 15
    Bedroom
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 216.09 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.7 x 14.7
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 163.83 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.9 x 12.7
    Den
    • Features: Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 214.62 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.6 x 14.7
    Kitchen
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 151.2 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.6 x 12
    Living room
    • Features: Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace, Pellet Stove, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 648.24 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 21.9 x 29.6
    Other
    • Features: Tile Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 98.01 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8.1 x 12.1
    Other
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 105.78 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8.6 x 12.3
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Heat Pump, Electric, Oil
    Cooling
    • Ductless
    Appliances
    • Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
    Features
    • Basement: Full
    • Attic: Walk-up
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,835
    • Total interior livable area: 2,835 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,835

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 1.72 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2204139
    • Zoning: RA

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1890

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Columbia

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/15/2024Sold$400,000-4.8%$141/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170575331 Report a problem
    11/30/2023Pending sale$420,000$148/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170575331 Report a problem
    8/22/2023Price change$420,000-3.4%$148/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170575331 Report a problem
    7/25/2023Price change$434,900-3.4%$153/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170575331 Report a problem
    6/23/2023Listed for sale$450,000+8.4%$159/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170575331 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,878 +4.1%$200,830
    2024$5,647 +9.4%$200,830 +0.8%
    2023$5,160 +0.2%$199,150

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06237

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