Charming country setting with convenient access to some of southeastern Connecticut's most popular destinations. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Preston offers 1,253 sq ft of comfortable living space set on over 2 acres with a private backyard and room to expand. Inside, you'll find lovely hardwood floors and spacious main-level living areas filled with character. The large kitchen offers abundant storage and space for dining, making it a practical hub for everyday living and entertaining. The bathroom is also generously sized with additional storage. A mudroom provides extra space for storage and organization, while the deck overlooks the peaceful backyard, perfect for enjoying the surrounding natural setting. The property also includes a 2-car garage and a hot tub that conveys with the home. The unfinished basement is dry and spacious with shelving for storage and includes a wood stove that can be used as an additional heating option. Conveniently located just 3.4 miles to Foxwoods Resort Casino, 6 miles to Mohegan Sun, and 4 miles to downtown Norwich, offering easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, and major routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
2.64 acresLot Size
$317Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Olivia Berlinski• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Preston home on 2.64 acres with generous room sizes, 2 car garage, and room for outdoor imaginations. This property borders land owned by the State of CT of over 28 acres which also is contiguous to another 169+ acres owned by the Dept of Fish and Game. Cape Cod style home features include hardwood floors, tile, generous sized center table eat-in kitchen or dining room option with open entry adjoining room, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Home utilities are cared for with a updated septic, furnace, majority of windows replaced, plumbing upgrades, some bathroom items such as newer toilet and sink. Hard to find this much land and a convenient location to major routes, like I-95, I-395, R.I. border and located between Mohegan Sun Resort and Fox-woods Resort. This home will not qualify for gov't financing but call for options all utilities on and in working order. Updating needed, diamond in the rough waiting for you to bring it's sparkle back to life!
Smart MLS #E106639
May 7, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Feb 19, 2000
Listed
$144,000
$115/sq ft
Smart MLS #E102294
Feb 6, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 1999
Listed
$135,500
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,407 (+6.9%)
$42,630 + $105,840
$148,470
2022
$3,187 (+3.5%)
$46,700 + $67,600
$114,300
2021
$3,079 (+0.1%)
$46,700 + $67,600
$114,300
2020
$3,075 (+3.4%)
$46,700 + $67,600
$114,300
2019
$2,973 (+1.5%)
$46,700 + $65,800
$112,500
2018
$2,928 (+7.5%)
$46,700 + $65,800
$112,500
2017
$2,724 (+1.0%)
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
2016
$2,696 (+2.7%)
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
2014
$2,626 (−2.4%)
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
2011
$2,690
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
Tax history for 256 Route 2
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,407 (+6.9%)
$42,630 + $105,840
$148,470
2022
$3,187 (+3.5%)
$46,700 + $67,600
$114,300
2021
$3,079 (+0.1%)
$46,700 + $67,600
$114,300
2020
$3,075 (+3.4%)
$46,700 + $67,600
$114,300
2019
$2,973 (+1.5%)
$46,700 + $65,800
$112,500
2018
$2,928 (+7.5%)
$46,700 + $65,800
$112,500
2017
$2,724 (+1.0%)
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
2016
$2,696 (+2.7%)
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
2014
$2,626 (−2.4%)
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
2011
$2,690
$41,400 + $72,100
$113,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.64 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,253
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New London County
APN
1560293
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
In-Law Apartment: No
Cooling System: Window Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Storage, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Hatchway
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle, Gable
Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Gutters, Hot Tub
Lot Information
Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: White
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1253
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $148,470
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Electric
Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator
Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Preston Vet's Memorial
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
Directions: GPS friendly. Look for sign.
County: New London
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,253
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.64 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: New London County
APN: 1560293
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
Preston Veterans' Memorial School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Preston Plains School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
Ledyard High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
61% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$378,000 – $458,000
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