It's in the top 10% of views. Tour it before it's gone!
Today:
About this home
Imagine mornings and evenings on Guilford's East River. This 2,238 sq ft Antique Cape sits on more than 300 feet of river frontage with the water right in your backyard. Launch a kayak, canoe, or boat from your own dock and head out to Long Island Sound. This home began as a barn on Podunk Road in North Guilford in 1781 and was moved to East River Road in the 1930s. In 1979, local builder James E. Goodridge rebuilt it into a winterized, year-round residence of 7+ rooms full of architectural character. The owner has made recent renovations making this home remarkable. Today it is a diamond in the rough, ready for a new owner to update and modernize to their own taste. A detached garage stands to the left of the house. Its second level adds two rooms, a full bath and studio which make for the perfect in-law or rental opportunity overlooking the river. The location is convenient to Route 1 and I-95, and the home also has public water and natural gas.
Come and Enjoy the picturesque location of this 2,238 square foot Antique Cape boasting a prime area of over 300 feet of river frontage with both an in-ground swimming pool AND The East River in your back yard. Kayak, canoe or boat to Long Island Sound from your own BOAT DOCK providing a place to tie up your personal watercraft. Pull a few Adirondack chairs out to the dock and take in the spectacular views of the "River". This home is beautifully sited on Guilford's East River. Rich in history, what was originally built as a barn on Podunk Road in the North Guilford section of town in 1781, was transformed into a 7+ room residence bursting with architectural oddities. The barn was moved to East River Road in the 1930's. Over the years the barn was improved and in 1979 was dramatically rebuilt and transformed into a winterized year-round residence by local homebuilder, James E. Goodridge. In 1981 the parents of the current owner did a major renovation of the interior. Almost 40 years later this diamond in the rough is waiting for the next owner to modernize and update to their personal liking. To the left of the home is an impressive two car detached garage with additional space on its second level, including two rooms and a 1/2 bath for use as an office or studio. This bonus space can easily be transformed into an apartment. Prime area with close proximity to Route 1 and I-95. Extra bonuses - City Water and Natural Gas.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,420 (+28.4%)
$209,860 + $192,780
$402,640
2022
$8,116 (+1.9%)
$139,120 + $104,980
$244,100
2021
$7,963 (+1.0%)
$139,120 + $104,980
$244,100
2020
$7,887 (+0.9%)
$139,120 + $104,980
$244,100
2019
$7,819 (+2.4%)
$139,120 + $104,980
$244,100
2018
$7,635 (+1.5%)
$139,120 + $104,980
$244,100
2017
$7,519 (+2.4%)
$143,200 + $112,900
$256,100
2016
$7,342 (+4.6%)
$143,200 + $112,900
$256,100
2014
$7,022 (+13.1%)
$143,200 + $112,900
$256,100
2011
$6,208
$159,110 + $110,120
$269,230
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.36 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,238
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,238
Year built
1750
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1121656
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 94° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
77% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Guilford, CT • 06437
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
35
22
37
23
52
34
61
42
69
52
81
61
84
67
81
61
77
58
65
47
54
38
40
26
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Guilford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.2 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 17 E River Rd
$754,368
$4,369 over list price of $750K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $530K to $1.0M.