“Moss Hill” Inspired by medieval England and his love of Italian architecture, renowned architect- Alfredo Taylor- designed “Moss Hill” in 1903. Moss Hill rises three stories with tall gables and bands of windows on all sides, taking full advantage of its elevated site and dramatic views to the north and west and over the beautifully landscaped English perennial gardens with specimen trees and lush rolling green lawns. In addition to the original carriage house is a 1920's Lloyd and Burnham greenhouse with an attached garage/storage barn. Beautifully proportioned and appointed rooms, plaster crown moldings, hardwood and marble floors, paneled mahogany doors, wainscoting, magnificent staircase lit by a double height Palladian window, original french hardware designed specifically for the house. Recently renovated and updated, the home includes 6 bathrooms, one half baths, 5 fireplaces, a Christopher Peacock kitchen with top of the line appliances, wet bar, butlers pantry and serving pantry. Two conservatories, two terraces, a library, living room, music room, formal dining room. The second floor consists of 5 bedrooms and an office. The third floor includes a library/sitting room, 3 bedrooms, a media room and a paneled game room. The beautiful village of Norfolk, Connecticut is just two hours from NYC and home to the Yale music school, theater and cultural events, including Infinity Hall. Close to the southern Berkshires and Tanglewood as well.
Single-familyProperty Type
1903Year Built
10.25 acresLot Size
$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Mimi Harson• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listed by John Borden• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Andrew Gates• Houlihan Lawrence
Source:Smart MLS #170016908
Redfin Estimate
$1,887,664
$763K since sold in May 2019$79K since August
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This home's estimate is 48.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.27M) of 6 comparable homes.
“Moss Hill” Inspired by medieval England and his love of Italian architecture, renowned architect- Alfredo Taylor- designed “Moss Hill” in 1903. Moss Hill rises three stories with tall gables and bands of windows on all sides, taking full advantage of its elevated site and dramatic views to the north and west and over the beautifully landscaped English perennial gardens with specimen trees and lush rolling green lawns. In addition to the original carriage house is a 1920's Lloyd and Burnham greenhouse with an attached garage/storage barn. Beautifully proportioned and appointed rooms, plaster crown moldings, hardwood and marble floors, paneled mahogany doors, wainscoting, magnificent staircase lit by a double height Palladian window, original french hardware designed specifically for the house. Recently renovated and updated, the home includes 6 bathrooms, one half baths, 5 fireplaces, a Christopher Peacock kitchen with top of the line appliances, wet bar, butlers pantry and serving pantry. Two conservatories, two terraces, a library, living room, music room, formal dining room. The second floor consists of 5 bedrooms and an office. The third floor includes a library/sitting room, 3 bedrooms, a media room and a paneled game room. The beautiful village of Norfolk, Connecticut is just two hours from NYC and home to the Yale music school, theater and cultural events, including Infinity Hall. Close to the southern Berkshires and Tanglewood as well.
Smart MLS #L10166373
Sep 5, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 7, 2016
Listed
$2,450,000
$350/sq ft
BCMLS #217023
Sep 5, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 5, 2016
Listed
$2,450,000
$350/sq ft
Smart MLS #99154851
Sep 1, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jul 26, 2016
Listed
$3,400,000
$486/sq ft
Smart MLS #L10078978
Aug 31, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 11, 2015
Listed
$3,400,000
$486/sq ft
Smart MLS #L149233
Jul 29, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 2014
Listed
$4,900,000
$700/sq ft
Smart MLS #L137244
Dec 31, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jan 27, 2011
Listed
$3,950,000
$565/sq ft
Smart MLS #L133077
Jan 24, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jan 19, 2010
Listed
$3,950,000
$565/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 2004
Sold
$2,000,000
$286/sq ft
Smart MLS #98191881
Mar 26, 2004
Listed
$2,500,000
$357/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1999
Sold
$50,000
$7/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 22, 1996
Sold
$670,000
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,280 (−0.5%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2022
$27,427 (+3.5%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2021
$26,511 (+3.6%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2020
$25,595 (−3.7%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2019
$26,580 (−20.9%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2018
$33,602 (+5.0%)
$240,630 + $1,184,990
$1,425,620
2017
$32,005 (+1.6%)
$240,630 + $1,184,990
$1,425,620
2016
$31,492 (+25.2%)
$240,630 + $1,184,990
$1,425,620
2013
$25,152
$152,600 + $1,091,300
$1,243,900
Tax history for 165 Litchfield Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,280 (−0.5%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2022
$27,427 (+3.5%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2021
$26,511 (+3.6%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2020
$25,595 (−3.7%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2019
$26,580 (−20.9%)
$176,910 + $808,270
$985,180
2018
$33,602 (+5.0%)
$240,630 + $1,184,990
$1,425,620
2017
$32,005 (+1.6%)
$240,630 + $1,184,990
$1,425,620
2016
$31,492 (+25.2%)
$240,630 + $1,184,990
$1,425,620
2013
$25,152
$152,600 + $1,091,300
$1,243,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 5
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Hot Water
Room Information
# of Rooms: 16
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Wall: Stone/Stucco
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 6,996
Gross Sq. Ft: 12,238
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 446,490
Municipality Name: NORFOLK
Acres: 10.25
Zoning Code: L-007
State Use Description: 1-FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2023
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,996
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1903
Year Renovated: —
County: Litchfield County
APN: 2197082
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 20, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Botelle Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
Northwestern Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 9.0mi
6/10
Northwestern Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.0mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Norfolk, CT • 06058
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.79M – $2.17M
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