Charming 26 Bridle Rd, Cape Cod Home on 1.6 Acres Located in a peaceful cul-de-sac, this spacious 9-room Cape Cod home sits on 1.6 acres of beautiful land. Featuring 2 bedrooms on the main floor and 3 full bathrooms, including one conveniently located on the main level, this home offers comfort and practicality. The main floor boasts a bright kitchen with access to a screened-in porch, perfect for enjoying views of the expansive backyard. The family room features a cozy fireplace, while the living room provides an inviting space to relax and entertain. Hardwood floors can be found throughout where seen, adding warmth and charm to the home. Upstairs, you'll find 2 additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing ample space for family or guests. At the back of the home, a fully updated mother-in-law apartment awaits, complete with a new kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a new backsplash, new flooring, and new carpet. This self-contained space includes a Kitchen/living room, 1 bedroom, and a full bathroom, with its own private entrance that leads to the backyard and access to the basement.
Additional highlights of the property include a newly paved driveway, a 2-car garage, and a generator hookup for peace of mind during any weather event. Conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from the New Milford shopping center, and within easy reach of Kent, CT, where you can explore the scenic Bulls Bridge Hiking trails and charming shops. Don't miss the chance to make this beautiful home yours in a desirable location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
1.06 acresLot Size
$283Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Peggy Macleay-Generoso• McGrath Realty Inc.
Bought with Alta Liranzo• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:Smart MLS #24079992
Redfin Estimate
$597,301
$62K since sold in July 2025$13K since August
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This home's estimate is 4.4% higher than the average sale price ($572K) of 6 comparable homes.
IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY This newly listed home located on a very peaceful Cul-De-Sac is within a short drive to New Milford's Center with its fine restaurants, quaint shops and Historic Town Green. This nine room home offers 2 Bedrooms on its main level, Tile full bath, living room, family room w/FPL that abuts to an eat-in kitchen w/access to a large screened porch. Its upper level has 2 more bedrooms and another tiled full bath. Abutting the rear of the dwelling is a 22' x 18' mother in/law apartment with a nice kitchen/living room combo, bedroom and yet another full bath. This unit also has a separate outside entrance. This space would also be ideal for an older teenager or independent family member. Won't last long in this market.
Smart MLS #99152563
Dec 13, 2016
Listing Removed
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Dec 12, 2016
Sold
$260,000
$123/sq ft
Jul 14, 2016
Listed
$275,000
$130/sq ft
Beautiful brick cape on quiet cul-de-sac in bucolic Merryall. This home has it all: eat-in-kitchen, family room with brick fireplace, living room with hardwood floor, huge screened porch off kitchen plus 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Two of the bedrooms are on the main floor. Wait, that's not all: separate apartment with private entrance for additional family member! The 2 car garage is level with the kitchen for easy grocery transfer. Walk-in attic from master bedroom offers great storage. Full dry LL is waiting to be finished. Mature plantings include magnificent lilacs. Don't wait!!
Smart MLS #98470042
Jul 13, 2010
Listed
$265,000
$126/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,317 (+2.2%)
$59,000 + $158,970
$217,970
2022
$6,179 (+1.3%)
$59,000 + $158,970
$217,970
2021
$6,097 (+2.0%)
$59,000 + $158,970
$217,970
2020
$5,976
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2019
$5,980 (+1.9%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2018
$5,870 (+3.4%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2017
$5,678 (+1.8%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2016
$5,578 (+1.8%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2014
$5,480
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
Tax history for 26 Bridle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,317 (+2.2%)
$59,000 + $158,970
$217,970
2022
$6,179 (+1.3%)
$59,000 + $158,970
$217,970
2021
$6,097 (+2.0%)
$59,000 + $158,970
$217,970
2020
$5,976
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2019
$5,980 (+1.9%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2018
$5,870 (+3.4%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2017
$5,678 (+1.8%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2016
$5,578 (+1.8%)
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
2014
$5,480
$65,420 + $142,940
$208,360
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.06 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,108
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Litchfield County
APN
1878661
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: Basement
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
In-Law Apartment: Yes
In-Law Access: Lower Level, Separate Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer