Off Market Sep 2015 for $282K

$578,910

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,426/mo

•

1,264

sq ft

5 Gelston Rd, Sherman, CT 06784

About this home

Picture perfect,story-book setting on 3.5 acres abuts protected land w/hiking & riding trails.Set on quaint country lane find this Circa 1790-Vintage Cape w/oodles of charm-nooks & crannies,where one room is more adorable than the next. Hemlock Post & Beam Floors/Stone frplc in LR w/woodstove insert.Antique corncob wood stove in Eat-In Country Kitchen.Office Nook Area.Sunroom is perfect flex space room w/bay window & laundry closet. UL offers 3 adorable bedrooms w/hardwood floors. Updated/remodeled Baths.Private deck backed by beautiful natural rock outcropping provides privacy.Seasonal Brook of course! Detached Garage. Detached (built in 1986) 20x26 Pole Barn w/loft, water & electric - CRITTERS WELCOME! 1M to Town Beach on Candelwood Lake.

Single-familyProperty Type

1790Year Built

3.57 acresLot Size

$458Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Kathleen Harrison • Fazzone & Harrison

Bought with Kathleen Harrison • Fazzone & Harrison

Bought with Kathy Fazzone • Fazzone & Harrison

Source:Smart MLS #99078244

Redfin Estimate

$578,910

$296K since sold in September 2015$19K since August

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This home's estimate is 20.2% higher than the average sale price ($482K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 1, 2026
$599,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
11 Gelston Rd, Sherman, CT 06784
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$462,500
B
4 beds2 baths1,261 sq ft
84 Squash Hollow Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$439,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft
35 Route 39 S, Sherman, CT 06784
SOLD AUG 29, 2025
$555,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,740 sq ft
96 Sherman Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$449,999
E
3 beds2 baths1,867 sq ft
20 Zachary Ln, New Milford, CT 06776
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$385,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,224 sq ft
7 River Rd, New Milford, CT 06776

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Market trends in 06784, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$832K

$75K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

$599,900
3 beds3 baths2,724 sq ft
158 Route 39 S, Sherman, CT 06784
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Sale history for 5 Gelston Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Sep 29, 2015

Sold

$282,000

$223/sq ft

Smart MLS #99078244

Sep 27, 2015

Sold

$282,500

$223/sq ft

Aug 7, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Aug 30, 2014

Listed

$299,000

$237/sq ft

Smart MLS #F988981

Jun 9, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Jun 9, 2014

Listed

$425,000

$336/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 28, 2007

Sold

$405,000

$320/sq ft

Smart MLS #98331536

May 6, 2007

Listed

$425,000

$336/sq ft

Smart MLS #98308879

Apr 29, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Nov 7, 2006

Listed

$489,900

$388/sq ft

Smart MLS #98281721

Oct 31, 2006

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 2006

Listed

$499,900

$395/sq ft

Smart MLS #98241080

Apr 30, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Jun 12, 2005

Listed

$535,000

$423/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$3,986 (−2.0%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2022

$4,067 (−2.5%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2021

$4,170 (−2.5%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2020

$4,275 (−3.5%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2019

$4,431 (+14.1%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2018

$3,885

$91,500 + $99,600

$191,100

2017

$3,885

$91,500 + $99,600

$191,100

2016

$3,885 (−17.6%)

$91,490 + $99,610

$191,100

2014

$4,714

$91,490 + $146,090

$237,580

Tax history for 5 Gelston Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$3,986 (−2.0%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2022

$4,067 (−2.5%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2021

$4,170 (−2.5%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2020

$4,275 (−3.5%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2019

$4,431 (+14.1%)

$91,500 + $132,200

$223,700

2018

$3,885

$91,500 + $99,600

$191,100

2017

$3,885

$91,500 + $99,600

$191,100

2016

$3,885 (−17.6%)

$91,490 + $99,610

$191,100

2014

$4,714

$91,490 + $146,090

$237,580

*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

3.57 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,120

Year built

1790

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

309133

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 1

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Location: main level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Room Count: 7
Basement Description: Full
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
Exterior Features: Barn, Deck

Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Fence - Stone

Building Information
Foundation Type: Stone
Construction Description: Frame
Color: red

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Brook
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Property Info: Horse Property
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1120

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $237,580

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Heat Type: Wood/Coal Stove
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement

Location

HOA Information
Association Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Sherman

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
Directions: Route 39 North / Gelston
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1790
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 309133

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2023

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Schools

Sherman School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

New Milford High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.8mi

6/10

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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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$550,000 – $666,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Gelston Rd, Sherman, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1561 Sq. Ft.	$603,233
3 Gelston Rd, Sherman, CT 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 536 Sq. Ft.	$380,216

Address	Redfin Estimate
6 Gelston Rd, Sherman, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2255 Sq. Ft.	$594,777
2 Gelston Rd, Sherman, CT - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$600,906

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