Off Market Dec 2025 for $1.2M

$1,352,527

•

2,664

sq ft

47 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 06412

About this home

A unique offering in Chester on the CT. River in the Pattaconk/Fort Hill area, bordering the Chester ferry. A small historic town known for its Main Street, art galleries, restaurants and hiking in the Cockaponset State Forest. Privately situated, fully remodeled charming colonial home sits above the River overlooking 5+ acres of waterfront meadow landscape. Ferry activity, views of Gillette's Castle and an abundance of nature surround you while fishing or swimming. (Dock access is feasible- refer to attachments.) Home parcel is nicely separated with manicured level grounds surrounding the home and an open lower meadow. (subdivision is feasible or expansion of the family compound.) Discriminating buyers will appreciate the detail and craftmanship in this home offering multi-generational appeal. Versatile and open floorplan, sunny, solid, and welcoming. 3 bay garage with full height and flooring provide great workspace for any hobbyist! Detached barn could be used for a horse of course or boat/recreational storage. The current steward of this home has proudly groomed the gardens/grounds and recently added a greenhouse for your enjoyment. Boiler, roof, kitchen, elec/generator, windows are only a few of the home updates that accompany the grounds. (refer to list of upgrades as an attachment) Immediate occupancy is feasible.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

5.38 acresLot Size

$508Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mary Poola • William Raveis Real Estate

Contact: Agent Attribution Contact: (860) 625-1913 | Office Attribution Contact: (860) 739-4455

Bought with Robin Linares • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Bought with Bonnie Foster • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Source:Smart MLS #24135466

Redfin Estimate

$1,352,527

$78K since sold in December 2025$51K since July

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Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 145.6% higher than the average sale price ($551K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$515,000
A
3 beds3 baths2,971 sq ft
12 Meadow Ln, Chester, CT 06412
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$325,000
B
3 beds3 baths1,436 sq ft
102 W Bridge St, Deep River, CT 06417
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$635,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,752 sq ft
1 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 06412
SOLD MAR 24, 2026
$549,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,202 sq ft
7 Hickory Hill Dr, Chester, CT 06412
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$750,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,888 sq ft
9 Hickory Hill Dr, Chester, CT 06412
SOLD FEB 26, 2026
$530,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,664 sq ft
131 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT 06412

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$264,807

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Market trends in 06412, CT

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

103.9%

+2.4% MoM

Median sale price

$556K

$79K MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

11 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 5 HRS AGO
$2,995,000
4 beds5 baths4,926 sq ft
288 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT 06412
$284,900
3 beds1 bath1,217 sq ft
92 Water St, Chester, CT 06412
$269,900
1 bed1 bath1,034 sq ft
90 Water St, Chester, CT 06412
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Sale history for 47 Ferry Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #24135466

Dec 12, 2025

Sold

$1,275,000

$479/sq ft

Nov 1, 2025

Pending

—

Oct 27, 2025

Contingent

—

Oct 23, 2025

Listed

$1,095,000

$411/sq ft

Smart MLS #170249194

Oct 15, 2020

Sold

$506,785

$190/sq ft

Sep 12, 2020

Contingent

—

Aug 28, 2020

Price Changed

$549,000

$206/sq ft

Aug 28, 2020

Relisted

—

Jun 23, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Feb 18, 2020

Price Changed

$570,000

$214/sq ft

Nov 10, 2019

Listed

$575,000

$216/sq ft

Secluded, 5.3 acres of lightly wooded property with over 200 feet on the Connecticut Riverfront. Located near the Chester/Hadlyme Ferry with views of Gillette Castle. Potential for subdivision if desired, as well as possible dock on the Connecticut River. Large, level yard with outbuilding suitable for storage, and the barn has been used for horses. Bathrooms and kitchen have many upgrades. Basement is the full footprint of the house for excellent, dry storage. Wood floors were milled with wood from the property. Wide open floor plan creates natural light throughout. Located near Chester Village and all the town and the area has to offer – restaurants, shopping, theater and more. The Norma Terris Theater is in town and it's only a short drive to the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam or the Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook.

Smart MLS #M9105737

Sep 27, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jul 30, 2007

Listed

$875,000

$328/sq ft

Smart MLS #M9097508

Jul 26, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Jun 23, 2006

Listed

$875,000

$328/sq ft

Smart MLS #E166603

Dec 31, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Aug 10, 2005

Listed

$950,000

$357/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,509 (−32.4%)

$302,940 + $151,900

$454,840

2022

$19,973 (+2.6%)

$525,160 + $151,890

$677,050

2021

$19,461 (+3.1%)

$525,160 + $134,550

$659,710

2020

$18,881 (−0.6%)

$525,160 + $134,550

$659,710

2019

$18,993 (−1.5%)

$525,160 + $134,550

$659,710

2018

$19,285 (+2.8%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2017

$18,751 (+3.1%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2016

$18,189 (+3.0%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2014

$17,656 (+9.4%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2011

$16,145

$577,060 + $158,460

$735,520

Tax history for 47 Ferry Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,509 (−32.4%)

$302,940 + $151,900

$454,840

2022

$19,973 (+2.6%)

$525,160 + $151,890

$677,050

2021

$19,461 (+3.1%)

$525,160 + $134,550

$659,710

2020

$18,881 (−0.6%)

$525,160 + $134,550

$659,710

2019

$18,993 (−1.5%)

$525,160 + $134,550

$659,710

2018

$19,285 (+2.8%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2017

$18,751 (+3.1%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2016

$18,189 (+3.0%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2014

$17,656 (+9.4%)

$583,510 + $127,840

$711,350

2011

$16,145

$577,060 + $158,460

$735,520

*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

5.38 Acres

Year renovated

1984

Sq. Ft.

2,180

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

940998

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garages Number: 3

Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 4

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Main Level
Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
Fireplaces Total: 1
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer
Basement Description: Full, Full With Hatchway
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shake, Cedar
Exterior Features: Shed, Fruit Trees, Barn, Gutters, Garden Area

Lot Information
Lot Description: Fence - Partial, Fence - Electric Pet, Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Water View

Land Information
Encumbrances Restrictions: Right of Way

Building Information
Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: white

Property Information
Waterfront Description: River, Walk to Water, View, Access
Radon Mitigation Air
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2664
Driveway Type: Shared

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $600,880

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
Heat Type: Baseboard, Radiant, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Generator, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Location

School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding
Directions: Rt.154 to Chester, right on Ferry Rd. Last driveway on the left before the Ferry. 3 homes on shared drive, 47 is the first on the left, not visible from road. Signs
Direct Waterfront
County: Middlesex

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,180
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1984
County: Middlesex County
APN: 940998

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 4

Around this home

Schools

Chester Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.5mi

7/10

John Winthrop Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi

4/10

Valley Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi

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

5/10 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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Chester, CT • 06412

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Estimated sale price

$1.29M – $1.56M

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Home values near 47 Ferry Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1784 Sq. Ft.	$549,149
39 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$826,954

Address	Redfin Estimate
31 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1615 Sq. Ft.	$446,911
29 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1182 Sq. Ft.	$324,309

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1592 Sq. Ft.	$421,239
42 Ferry Rd, Chester, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2470 Sq. Ft.	$604,604

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