Off Market Sep 2023 for $520K

$555,171

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,726/mo

•

1,751

sq ft

296 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT 06778

About this home

Welcome to the Elijah Marsh House, a charming c.1764 Cape, landscaped with remarkable specimen trees and plants. The property & grounds create a picture book setting. Elijah Marsh was the grandson of John Marsh one of the founders of Litchfield. It was the site of the Campville Diary from 1916-1949. Step inside to an open floor plan, with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy Living Room has built-in cabinetry and beamed ceilings. The open Dining Room/Kitchen provides a comfortable area to cook, entertain and enjoy your company and has a walk-in pantry. The Library/Study can also be used as a main floor Bedroom complete with double closets. Also on this floor is a full bath, laundry room and a large, sunken family room with a gas fireplace and French doors that lead to a wonderful brick terrace. Upstairs includes two bedrooms and a full bath. There are two enclosed cozy porches with divided light windows, perfect for gardening tools or a "snug" to catch up on your reading. The detached barn/garage has wonderful character and includes a side attached shed. Less than 10 minutes to the village of Litchfield, close to Rt. 8 and 2hrs. to NYC. This is country living at its best. Don't miss this opportunity and all that the northwest hills has to offer, hiking, shopping, vineyards, horseback riding, skiing and so much more! SELLER to find house of choosing.

Single-familyProperty Type

1764Year Built

0.93 acresLot Size

$317Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jane Hinkel • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Bought with Maria Pinheiro • RE/MAX RISE

Source:Smart MLS #170555676

Redfin Estimate

$555,171

$35K since sold in September 2023$18K since August

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This home's estimate is 25.4% higher than the average sale price ($443K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$438,450
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,898 sq ft
69 Fenn Rd, Northfield, CT 06778
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$524,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,283 sq ft
110 Campville Rd, Northfield, CT 06778
SOLD DEC 10, 2025
$314,900
C
3 beds2 baths1,838 sq ft
39 Orchard Hill Rd, Harwinton, CT 06791
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$510,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,392 sq ft
21 Knife Shop Rd, Northfield, CT 06778
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$494,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,890 sq ft
29 Campville Hill Rd, Harwinton, CT 06791
SOLD AUG 28, 2025
$375,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,248 sq ft
104 Wildcat Hill Rd, Harwinton, CT 06791

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Market trends in 06778, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

108.0%

+6.1% MoM

Median sale price

$481K

$32K MoM

Avg. days on market

48d

40 days MoM

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Sale history for 296 Newton Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #170555676

Sep 6, 2023

Sold

$520,000

$297/sq ft

Apr 24, 2023

Pending

—

Apr 7, 2023

Contingent

—

Mar 31, 2023

Listed

$485,000

$277/sq ft

Mar 28, 2023

Coming Soon

$485,000

$277/sq ft

Smart MLS #L147177

Apr 30, 2014

Sold

$380,000

$217/sq ft

Aug 13, 2013

Listed

$389,900

$223/sq ft

A magical and beautifully landscaped property surrounds this delightful and charming 1764 cape. Renovated by its present owner, an open floor plan has been created for today's life style. A first floor bedroom and living rm w/fp are also on this level. A converted summer kitchen is now the attractive sunken living room with fp,vaulted ceiling, beams and large enough for a piano. A spacious brick patio surrounded by lush landscaping is perfect for entertaining. The front porch overlooks gardens and speciman plantings while a river rock garden is a stunning focal point. This is a very charismatic property perfect for weekenders or full time living. A country setting, but minutes to connect to rt 8 and less than 2 hrs. From nyc.

Smart MLS #L146083

Aug 8, 2013

Listing Removed

—

May 13, 2013

Listed

$399,900

$228/sq ft

Smart MLS #L137768

Sep 21, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Mar 22, 2011

Listed

$449,900

$257/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 24, 2002

Sold

$290,000

$166/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$5,382 (−2.9%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2021

$5,543 (−0.4%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2020

$5,563 (−1.8%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2019

$5,663 (+20.9%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2018

$4,685 (+0.4%)

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

2017

$4,668 (+3.4%)

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

2016

$4,516 (+6.0%)

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

2014

$4,262

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

Tax history for 296 Newton Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$5,382 (−2.9%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2021

$5,543 (−0.4%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2020

$5,563 (−1.8%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2019

$5,663 (+20.9%)

$46,190 + $154,640

$200,830

2018

$4,685 (+0.4%)

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

2017

$4,668 (+3.4%)

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

2016

$4,516 (+6.0%)

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

2014

$4,262

$49,250 + $119,890

$169,140

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.93 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,751

Year built

1764

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Litchfield County

APN

819647

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on May 25, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Barn
Garages Number: 1

Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 3

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 5
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Wall Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
Room Count: 7
Basement Description: Partial With Walk-Out, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
Exterior Features: Barn, Garden Area, Patio, Porch, Porch-Enclosed, Shed

Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed, Professionally Landscaped

Building Information
Foundation Type: Stone
Construction Description: Frame

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1751
Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $200,830

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement

Location

School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Center

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: GPS friendly
County: Litchfield

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,751
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1764
Year Renovated: —
County: Litchfield County
APN: 819647

Home facts updated by county records on May 25, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 5

Around this home

Schools

Litchfield Center School

Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 4.2mi

Plumb Hill Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi

Region 20 High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

5/10 Wind Factor

24% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Northfield, CT • 06778

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$528,000 – $639,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
304 Newton Road, Northfield, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1136 Sq. Ft.	$373,770
314 Newton Road, Northfield, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2126 Sq. Ft.	$438,592

Address	Redfin Estimate
283 Newton Road, Northfield, CT 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1176 Sq. Ft.	$317,993
291 Newton Road, Northfield, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1386 Sq. Ft.	$376,849

Address	Redfin Estimate
282 Newton Road, Thomaston, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1132 Sq. Ft.	$359,866
7 Reder Road, Northfield, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1740 Sq. Ft.	$403,939

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