A Magical Country Cottage! This charming retreat is an intimate and cozy escape set among the trees and filled with history. It is rumored to have been the home of the blacksmith for the Barnum & Bailey circus in 1899. The home features 1-2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, a completely remodeled kitchen with high-end appliances, white cabinets and quartz countertops. The luxurious full bath features a soaking tub and is also completely renovated. Imagine waking to the gentle chirping of birds and enjoying your morning coffee on the deck or screened-in porch while bathed in the soft glow of natural light filtering through the trees. The rustic barn hints at a simpler time and offers endless possibilities, from a creative studio to additional storage or even a quaint guest space. This property is more than a home; it's an opportunity to embrace a tranquil lifestyle! According to the tax records, the home was built in 1900 but there are some historical references to 1899 being the year it was built.
Sold for $575,000 on 10/29/25
$575,000
6 Old Mailcoach Road, Redding, CT 06896
2beds
842sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
3.08 Acres Lot
$582,000 Zestimate®
$683/sqft
$2,861 Estimated rent
Home value
$582,000
$524,000 - $646,000
$2,861/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 29, 2025 at 10:43am
Listed by:
The Mary Phelps Team,
Mary Phelps 203-546-0315,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531
Bought with:
Peter Michaelis, RES.0820203
Ginnel Real Estate
Kim Morris
Ginnel Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24119322
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Wood Stove, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 842
- Total interior livable area: 842 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 842
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Barn
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 3.08 Acres
- Features: Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 270105
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Lake, Library, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Redding
- Subdivision: Redding Center
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | Sold | $575,000+9.5%$683/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24119322 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Pending sale | $525,000$624/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24119322 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+71%$624/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24119322 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2016 | Sold | $307,000-1%$365/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99155695 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2013 | Sold | $310,000$368/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,348 +2.9% | $282,600 |
| 2024 | $8,116 +3.7% | $282,600 |
| 2023 | $7,825 +7.5% | $282,600 +29.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06896
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Redding Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10John Read Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Joel Barlow High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Redding
- Middle: John Read
- High: Joel Barlow
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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