Welcome to the Treehouse, a thoughtfully updated Mid-Century Modern home set high above 2.4 acres of private woodland with seasonal views overlooking the West River. Combining architectural character with modern updates, this unique property offers privacy, tranquility, and a seamless connection to nature. The dramatic living room showcases soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, a whitewashed brick wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, and a spectacular wall of windows that fills the home with natural light and frames the surrounding landscape. A sliding glass door opens to an expansive deck, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful wooded views and birdlife. The beautifully updated kitchen features Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, contemporary lighting, a modern tile backsplash, and a charming breakfast nook. An adjacent dining area provides a welcoming space for both everyday meals and gatherings with family and friends. The spacious primary suite offers abundant natural light, refinished hardwood floors, generous closet space, and a stylishly renovated ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms and a second fully remodeled bathroom with double vanity complete the upper level.
The finished lower level has been thoughtfully transformed into flexible living space, currently serving as a family room and playroom, leading to a laundry area and mudroom with direct access to the attached garage. A standout feature is the detached office and art studio with half bath-an exceptional space for remote work, creative pursuits, exercise, or guest overflow. Nature lovers will appreciate the property's private wooded setting, abundant birdlife, and direct proximity to the 136-acre Bittner Park, with its network of hiking trails, playgrounds, pickleball courts, and recreational amenities. A professionally installed staircase provides seamless access between the upper and lower portions of the property, allowing owners to fully enjoy the grounds, sit around the camp fire or access the river. Despite its peaceful, retreat-like setting, the home is just minutes from town, major highways, and only 20 minutes from Downtown New Haven and Yale University. Highest and Best by Tuesday June 9th 5:00. Thanks
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
2.4 acresLot Size
$265Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark McElrath• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Est. $2,630 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1500 Durham Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24174380
Jul 27, 2026
Sold
$640,000
$265/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 6, 2026
Listed
$635,000
$263/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Coming Soon
$635,000
$263/sq ft
Public Records
May 2, 2023
Sold
$530,000
$220/sq ft
Smart MLS #170550353
May 2, 2023
Pending
—
May 2, 2023
Sold
$535,000
$222/sq ft
Mar 15, 2023
Contingent
—
Mar 11, 2023
Listed
$495,000
$205/sq ft
Mar 7, 2023
Coming Soon
$495,000
$205/sq ft
Rare opportunity to purchase a mid century modern that has been beautifully remodeled throughout. The home features a stylish living room with cathedral ceilings, exposed wood beams, white washed brick wood burning fireplace, custom built ins & an incredible wall of windows with striking views of the grounds. A glass sliding door provides access to the deck - perfect for entertaining & enjoying the sounds of nature. Tastefully remodeled kitchen with Corian counters, SS appliances, large center island, breakfast bar, tile backsplash & modern lighting. A cozy dining space is located just off of the kitchen. The spacious primary bedroom suite has great natural light, refinished HW floors, a large closet & an updated bath. Two additional bedrooms and a second remodeled bath with a double vanity complete the floor. The lower level has been beautifully remodeled & is a perfect flex space for modern day living. The room currently has multiple uses as family room, gym, laundry room & mud room & provides access to the 1 car garage. Huge bonus: a detached office/art studio that includes a 1/2 bath-excellent for anyone working from home. The house is a natures lovers dream on 2.40 wooded acres with a gorgeous river running through the property (stocked with trout) & surrounded on two sides by 136-acre Bittner Park with hiking trails, playground, pickle ball courts & more! Conveniently located a short drive from town center, highways & a 20 minute drive to Downtown New Haven & Yale!
Smart MLS #170170135
Jul 15, 2019
Sold
$365,000
$151/sq ft
May 30, 2019
Listing Removed
—
May 4, 2019
Contingent
—
Apr 29, 2019
Relisted
—
Apr 8, 2019
Contingent
—
Mar 12, 2019
Listed
$374,000
$155/sq ft
New, New, New, New. From top-to-bottom this delightful home has been redone. Five years ago a new roof was put on and in the past three years there has been: new siding, new insulation, new septic system, new Central AC, new kitchen and baths and much, much, more! This jewel of a home is a contemporary split-level style with an open floor plan on the main level with a separate family room and three bedrooms and two full baths. The Great room has cathedral ceilings, clean lines, a fireplace and sliders to a deck which looks out to the West River. This home is a nature-lovers paradise. Yhe house is sited far above the river so no flood insurance is required. Private trails along the river link to trails in Bittner Park. The river is stocked with trout. The central Guilford location is convenient to town, schools and all transportation routes (hi-ways and train.). Year-round home or vacation get-away, this house is truly "Turn Key."
Smart MLS #N356391
Jun 29, 2015
Sold
$231,000
$96/sq ft
Oct 12, 2014
Listed
$264,900
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,670 (+1.6%)
$161,840 + $95,900
$257,740
2022
$6,564 (+6.2%)
$135,160 + $62,260
$197,420
2021
$6,179 (+1.0%)
$135,150 + $54,280
$189,430
2020
$6,120 (+2.3%)
$135,150 + $54,280
$189,430
2019
$5,984 (+2.4%)
$135,150 + $51,660
$186,810
2018
$5,843 (+3.5%)
$135,150 + $51,660
$186,810
2017
$5,646 (+2.4%)
$141,000 + $51,290
$192,290
2016
$5,513 (+4.6%)
$141,000 + $51,290
$192,290
2014
$5,273 (−9.5%)
$141,000 + $51,290
$192,290
2011
$5,825
$164,360 + $88,240
$252,600
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.4 Acres
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
1,356
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1115935
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, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Garages Number: 1
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 8
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Location: lower level mudroom
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: Detached, Separate Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding
Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Guest House
Lot Information
Lot Description: Treed, Rocky
Building Information
Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Blue
Property Information
Radon Mitigation Air
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1356
Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $257,740
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Park
Directions: GPS freindly
County: New Haven
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,356
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 1997
County: New Haven County
APN: 1115935
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 3
Around this home
Schools
A. Baldwin Middle School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
E. C. Adams Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
Guilford High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
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Historical weather
Guilford, CT • 06437
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Sun exposure
66/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$619,000 – $749,000
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