***Highest and Best due 7/21 at 5:00pm*** Enjoy scenic views, exceptional indoor-outdoor living, and a home designed for entertaining in this beautiful Seymour property. The heart of the home is a beautiful gourmet spacious kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, and a unique gas-fired pizza oven, perfect for entertaining family and friends. The open-concept living and dining areas are filled with natural light and feature a stunning stone fireplace and large windows overlooking the surrounding landscape. The home offers comfortable living spaces, updated bathrooms, generous bedrooms, and flexible areas that can accommodate a home office, gym, or playroom. Step outside to an expansive deck overlooking the backyard, where you'll find an above-ground pool with pool house, beautifully maintained landscaping, and peaceful views that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you're hosting gatherings, relaxing by the pool, or enjoying a quiet evening outdoors, this home offers the perfect setting. Owner is a licensed real estate agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
1.25 acresLot Size
$285Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Chris Carey• Carey & Guarrera Real Estate
Est. $3,298 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 70 N Benham Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24191421
Sep 4, 2026
Sold
$725,000
$285/sq ft
Jul 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 15, 2026
Listed
$699,900
$276/sq ft
Smart MLS #98096628
Apr 4, 2001
Listed
$229,900
$91/sq ft
Smart MLS #W1001307
Apr 4, 2001
Listed
$229,900
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 1987
Sold
$175,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,692 (+1.1%)
$61,740 + $179,830
$241,570
2022
$8,597 (+2.5%)
$61,740 + $179,830
$241,570
2021
$8,385 (−3.8%)
$61,740 + $179,830
$241,570
2020
$8,717
$72,450 + $169,680
$242,130
2019
$8,717
$72,450 + $169,680
$242,130
2018
$8,717
$72,450 + $169,680
$242,130
2017
$8,717
$72,450 + $169,680
$242,130
2016
$8,717 (−1.7%)
$72,450 + $169,680
$242,130
2014
$8,869 (+2.4%)
$79,450 + $181,090
$260,540
2011
$8,658
$79,450 + $181,090
$260,540
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,540
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1321170
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: Separate laundry area
Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air, Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Basement Description: Crawl Space, Partial, Partial With Walk-Out
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Cedar
Exterior Features: Shed, Deck, Patio
Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: Pool House, Above Ground Pool
Building Information
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2540
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $352,170
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Propane, Tankless Hotwater
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Propane
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Energy Features: Active Solar, Generator
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Seymour
Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
High School: Seymour
Elementary School: Bungay
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Great hill to North Benham
County: New Haven
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,540
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1321170
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2
Around this home
Schools
Bungay School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
Seymour Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Seymour High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
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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 98° expected this year, 16 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
Seymour, CT • 06483
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Seymour. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.3 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$652,000 – $789,000
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