Off market apr 2017 for $550K

$896,961

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,457/mo

•

2,888

sq ft

161 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT 06412

About this home

Unique and well-built modern 4 BR Cape with Large Family room open to the Kitchen and Dining Room. Granite Counters, Jen-Air, built-in oven, stainless and amble cabinet space. Master Suite with walk-in California Closets and large Study with slider and balcony. 850 sqft (not included in total sqft) Lower level entertaining and game room with full windows and sliders, Office and Craft room. Additional lower level storage and utility/workroom. Incredible barn with radiant heat and space for about 8 cars. Unfinished bath and very large unfinished 2nd floor. Impressive utilities with both hot water and photovoltaic Solar. Words can’t describe this home, it really is “a must see”.

Single-familyProperty Type

2009Year Built

4.41 acresLot Size

$311Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

10 car garageParking

Listed by Mark Patterson • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Craig Milton • Re/Max Valley Shore

Source:Smart MLS #N10197018

Redfin Estimate

$896,961

$347K since sold in April 2017$5,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 20.9% higher than the average sale price ($742K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 1, 2026
$825,000
A
4 beds3 baths3,343 sq ft
136 Goose Hill Rd, Chester, CT 06412
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$515,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,971 sq ft
12 Meadow Ln, Chester, CT 06412
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$845,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,756 sq ft
78 Meadow Woods Rd, Deep River, CT 06417
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$700,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,419 sq ft
118 Rattling Valley Rd, Deep River, CT 06417
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$826,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,204 sq ft
89 Falls Landing Rd, Deep River, CT 06417

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Market trends in 06412, CT

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.5%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$500K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

13 days MoM

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0 MoM

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OPEN TODAY, 11AM TO 1PM
$525,000
3 beds2 baths1,822 sq ft
6 Gilbert Hill Rd, Chester, CT 06412
$749,900
4 beds2.5 baths2,662 sq ft
13 High Field Ln, Chester, CT 06412
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Sale history for 161 Middlesex Ave

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #N10197018

Apr 28, 2017

Sold

$550,000

$190/sq ft

Mar 2, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Feb 15, 2017

Listed

$539,000

$187/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9115086

Aug 9, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Feb 26, 2009

Listed

$224,900

$78/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9112294

Feb 7, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Aug 14, 2008

Listed

$199,000

$69/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9108611

Jul 26, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jan 26, 2008

Listed

$159,900

$55/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9080419

Mar 22, 2004

Listed

$124,900

$43/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,940 (+0.7%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2022

$11,860

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2021

$11,860 (+3.1%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2020

$11,506 (−0.6%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2019

$11,574 (+2.2%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2018

$11,324 (+5.2%)

$77,810 + $339,890

$417,700

2017

$10,761 (+3.1%)

$77,810 + $330,410

$408,220

2016

$10,438 (+3.0%)

$77,810 + $330,410

$408,220

2014

$10,132 (+14.5%)

$77,810 + $330,410

$408,220

2011

$8,849

$86,600 + $316,550

$403,150

Tax history for 161 Middlesex Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,940 (+0.7%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2022

$11,860

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2021

$11,860 (+3.1%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2020

$11,506 (−0.6%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2019

$11,574 (+2.2%)

$73,720 + $328,310

$402,030

2018

$11,324 (+5.2%)

$77,810 + $339,890

$417,700

2017

$10,761 (+3.1%)

$77,810 + $330,410

$408,220

2016

$10,438 (+3.0%)

$77,810 + $330,410

$408,220

2014

$10,132 (+14.5%)

$77,810 + $330,410

$408,220

2011

$8,849

$86,600 + $316,550

$403,150

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.41 Acres

Year renovated

2013

Sq. Ft.

2,888

Year built

2009

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

940122

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage, Barn
Garages Number: 10

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: First Floor
Interior Features: Audio System, Central Vacuum, Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wall Oven

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Workshop
Room Count: 11
Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Siding: Shake
Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Outside Storage Area, Porch, Underground Utilities

Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Stone

Building Information
Color: Green

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Property Info: Horse Property
Driveway Type: Circular, Gravel

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $408,220

Rental Information
Lease Purchase YN: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Solar Assisted
Heat Type: Hot Air, Radiant
Heat Fuel Type: Propane, Solar, Wood
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Energy Features: Passive Solar, Active Solar, Thermopane Windows
Electric Amperage: 200

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Region 4
High School: Region 4
Elementary School: Chester

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Rt 154 (Middlesex Ave)
County: Middlesex

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,888
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Middlesex County
APN: 940122

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Chester Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

John Winthrop Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi

6/10

Valley Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

77% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Chester, CT • 06412

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$853,000 – $1.03M

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Home values near 161 Middlesex Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
155 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 896 Sq. Ft.	$373,587
181 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1232 Sq. Ft.	$361,836
34 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 846 Sq. Ft.	$388,117
47 E Kings Highway, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3957 Sq. Ft.	—
15 Kirtland Terrace, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1170 Sq. Ft.	$321,436
23 Kings Highway #A, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2018 Sq. Ft.	$569,911
41 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1060 Sq. Ft.	$401,907

Address	Redfin Estimate
156 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1988 Sq. Ft.	$560,025
152 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1751 Sq. Ft.	—
29 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2977 Sq. Ft.	—
48 E Kings Highway, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 3360 Sq. Ft.	$646,125
26 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1092 Sq. Ft.	$355,532
45 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1552 Sq. Ft.	$427,296
25 Story Hill Road, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 976 Sq. Ft.	$340,779

Address	Redfin Estimate
158 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3814 Sq. Ft.	$771,255
177 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$377,453
33 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1482 Sq. Ft.	$504,584
32 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1248 Sq. Ft.	$365,394
23 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1167 Sq. Ft.	$379,769
5 Kirtland Terrace, Chester, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1080 Sq. Ft.	$399,074
42 Kings Highway, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3076 Sq. Ft.	$753,501

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