Own your slice of History, in the Charles Cheney Mansion. Built by Charles Cheney but meticulously finished by his son, Frank, and designed by renowned architect Hammatt Billings, this home was often visited by Mark Twain and other prominent persons in the early 1900's. Quite literally a competition between Frank Cheney and Mark Twain to have the most grandiose house, you can now form your own opinion! This home is the most true to its time Cheney Mansion, as it has been lovingly cared for by its current owners and decorated to match the mid 1800's. While you will fall in love with the unmatched character of the home, the 5+ acres, the "great lawn", the nine garage bays, and koi pond, all add to the allure. Modern convenience is not barren here either, with natural gas furnaces + boiler, all maintained + working fireplaces, a large kitchen with modern appliances, and another suite on the third floor featuring an updated kitchen and apartment. The estate itself boasts 8 bedrooms spread over three sprawling floors with 5.5 lovely baths. The hardwood has been waxed, not sanded, to shine but still preserve the original flooring wherever possible. The endless built-ins, bookcases, trim work and wainscot tie this house together as it truly deserves. City utilities provide the house with additional convenience, meanwhile the house is located at near the Center point of Boston & New York, all while sitting in walking distance to the vibrant Manchester Street Center.
Live in the gilded age at the Charles Cheney mansion and truly be the admiration of everyone you know.
Single-familyProperty Type
1864Year Built
5.38 acresLot Size
$167Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
9 car garageParking
Listed by Jeffrey Anderson• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listed by Wendy Anderson• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Tony Walstra• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #24112474
Redfin Estimate
$994,986
$4,986 since sold in October 2025$39K since September
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This home's estimate is 161.8% higher than the average sale price ($380K) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
8
Baths
5.5
Stories
3
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.38 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
5,948
Year built
1857
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hartford County
APN
629812
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Nov 15, 2022 • Final
Residential electrical new service permit application
Electrical
Generator
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Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Garages Number: 9
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 6
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 15
Laundry Room Location: Main level in rear of home.
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
Lighting, Security System
Fireplaces Total: 4
Cooling System: Window Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 8
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Interior Access, Walk-out, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out