Now is Your opportunity to operate a Bed and Breakfast, or just enjoy life in this beautiful historic home. A Cheney Mansion designed by architect Charles Adams Platt , the home today retains the original superior craftsmanship and detail, while offering modern updates in almost 6000 sq. ft. of finished living space. 9 bedrooms, 6 full baths, 2 half baths, large living and dining rooms with working fireplaces, & breathtaking large chef’s kitchen. The kitchen of dreams WOWS with granite counters, Kraftmaid cabinets, new appliances, original working Magic Chef stove. The 9’ x 7’ granite island is not to be missed! There are 2 butler pantries with built ins and a large laundry room. On the second floor are five large bedrooms with working fireplaces, and five marble tile floor bathrooms, four ensuite. The third floor is over 1000 sq. ft. and lives like its own home with 4 bedrooms, including a large knotty pine room with fireplace, deck, and bath/kitchenette. Updated plumbing and electric, freshly painted exterior and interior, new roof, ac split units on every floor, large basement, 2 new hot water heaters, & refinished original hardwood floors throughout. Exterior has flagstone front and rear courtyards, covered porches, decks, ample parking & a detached 2 car garage. Mature & new plantings & fruit trees on 1.33 acres complete this exceptional property. Prequal letter / POF required.
This 9+ bedrooms, 8+ bathrooms unique home offers almost 6000 sf of living space on a 1.33 acre parcel. The original superior craftsmanship & detail have been maintained, while the updated kitchen and bathrooms are ready for 2021. The first floor includes a large entry room, & living and dining rooms, both with working fireplaces. The large chef’s kitchen has been updated with granite counters, Kraftmaid cabinets, new appliances, 2 dishwashers, & the original working 6 burner gas stove with ovens. The 9’ x 7’ granite island is not to be missed! There are 2 butler pantries with original built ins, & a large laundry room. On the second floor are five large bedrooms all offering a working fireplace. There are five bathrooms, four ensuite, & all include marble tile floors. The third floor is over 1000 sf, and lives like its own home. There are 3 bedrooms, bath/kitchenette, & large knotty pine room with fireplace. There is updated plumbing and electric, large basement, & additional niceties done in 2018 include the roof, 2 hot water heaters, interior painting, & refinished the original hardwood floors throughout. Exterior has flagstone patio, rear courtyard, 2 covered porches, 3 decks, ample parking, & a detached 2 car garage. The mature and new plantings throughout the property including a variety of fruit trees. Exterior scheduled to be painted. This exceptional property is ready for your family home, or you can continue to operate as a bed and breakfast.
Single-familyProperty Type
1800Year Built
1.33 acresLot Size
$133Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kris Lippi• Get Listed Realty
Bought with Diana Brown• William Raveis Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #170425014
Redfin Estimate
$782,579
$148K since sold in April 2022$51K since September
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This home's estimate is 88.2% higher than the average sale price ($416K) of 6 comparable homes.
Live in one of the Cheney Mansion Estate Mansion historical homes with the benefits of modern amenities! Craftsmanship rarely seen in today's new homes. So much useable space. A full bathroom and working fireplace for almost every bedroom in the home. Large updated kitchen with the original range and multiple ovens. Two separate pantries.Huge dining and living rooms perfect for entertaining. The third floor has additional bedrooms and bathrooms and a cozy den. Exterior has a sunken flagstone patio and a covered porch on the opposite side of the home. Lots of parking and a two car garage. PRICED TO SELL! Listing
Smart MLS #G10150354
Jan 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2016
Listed
$484,900
$82/sq ft
Smart MLS #G10051606
Jun 30, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jul 1, 2015
Listed
$499,900
$85/sq ft
Smart MLS #G687390
Jun 30, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 19, 2014
Listed
$524,900
$89/sq ft
Smart MLS #G627394
Dec 31, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jul 12, 2012
Listed
$549,900
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,780 (+2.9%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2024
$16,300 (+4.0%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2023
$15,676 (+3.0%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2022
$15,221 (+11.1%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2021
$13,699 (+0.1%)
$45,500 + $281,200
$326,700
2020
$13,679 (+0.4%)
$45,500 + $281,200
$326,700
2019
$13,623 (+1.7%)
$45,500 + $281,200
$326,700
2018
$13,394 (+2.9%)
$45,500 + $281,900
$327,400
2017
$13,014 (−15.5%)
$45,500 + $281,900
$327,400
2016
$15,404 (+2.7%)
$56,000 + $332,200
$388,200
2014
$15,004 (+3.2%)
$56,000 + $332,200
$388,200
2011
$14,534
$56,000 + $332,200
$388,200
Tax history for 139 Hartford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,780 (+2.9%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2024
$16,300 (+4.0%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2023
$15,676 (+3.0%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2022
$15,221 (+11.1%)
$54,500 + $366,900
$421,400
2021
$13,699 (+0.1%)
$45,500 + $281,200
$326,700
2020
$13,679 (+0.4%)
$45,500 + $281,200
$326,700
2019
$13,623 (+1.7%)
$45,500 + $281,200
$326,700
2018
$13,394 (+2.9%)
$45,500 + $281,900
$327,400
2017
$13,014 (−15.5%)
$45,500 + $281,900
$327,400
2016
$15,404 (+2.7%)
$56,000 + $332,200
$388,200
2014
$15,004 (+3.2%)
$56,000 + $332,200
$388,200
2011
$14,534
$56,000 + $332,200
$388,200
*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
9
Baths
7
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
57,934
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,904
Year built
1800
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hartford County
APN
2426090
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Oct 4, 2024.
Sep 6, 2026 • Final
Residential plumbing general permit application
Bathroom
Kitchen
Plumbing
Dec 15, 2025 • Final
Residential remodel without an addition building permit application
Remove interior finishes including board, plaster, trim, door slabs, and flooring.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Paved, Other
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 17
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
Fireplaces Total: 8
Cooling System: Wall Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 6
# of Baths (Half): 2
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 9
Room Information
Room Count: 1
Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage, Sump Pump
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Deck, Deck, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall
Lot Information
Lot Description: Historic District, Lightly Wooded, Rolling
Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
Directions: GPS Friendly
County: Hartford
Public facts
Beds: 9
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,904
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Hartford County
APN: 2426090
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 4, 2024
Around this home
Schools
Verplanck School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.5mi
2/10
Illing Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Manchester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
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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 95° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Manchester, CT • 06040
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Sun exposure
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.
9 hrs
4.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$744,000 – $900,000
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