Welcome to 159 Bear Swamp Road, a truly one-of-a-kind country contemporary set on 2.73 private, wooded acres. Set well back from the road and surrounded by nature, this property offers a rare sense of seclusion and tranquility while still close to town! Offering over 3,000 square feet of living space, the home features 4 beds, 3 full baths, and a flexible floor plan that could easily accommodate additional bedrooms, home offices, hobby rooms, guest space, or multigenerational living. The unique layout provides endless possibilities for how the space can be used, making it ideal for those seeking versatility and room to grow. Outside, you'll find a huge deck overlooking the awesome yard, creating the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying the privacy of the surrounding landscape. A detached 24' x 48' two-story barn with electricity and its own separate driveway provides exceptional space for storage, a workshop, home gym, recreational vehicles, equipment, or all your favorite toys! The level lot offers plenty of room for outdoor activities and may offer potential for those seeking a horse property. Additional features include a two-car attached garage, expansive yard space, and wood and pellet stoves that help keep the home comfortable and efficient throughout the colder months. Properties like this are hard to find, offering the perfect combination of privacy, flexibility, usable acreage, and country charm. Come check it out today!
For sale
$639,900
159 Bear Swamp Road, East Hampton, CT 06424
4beds
2,989sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
2.73 Acres Lot
$655,800 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car attached garagePrivate wooded acresSurrounded by natureWood and pellet stovesFlexible floor planExpansive yard space
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carl J. Guild carlguild@gmail.com,
Carl Guild & Associates 860-474-3500
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24179933
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Wood/Coal Stove, Electric, Wood
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,989
- Total interior livable area: 2,989 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,989
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Barn, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 2.73 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 981145
- Zoning: R-4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: East Hampton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $243,770
- Annual tax amount: $9,680
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
Estimated market value
$655,800
$623,000 - $689,000
$3,634/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $639,900+152.9%$214/sqft |
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| 7/3/2014 | Sold | $253,000-2.7%$85/sqft |
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| 10/1/2008 | Sold | $260,000+42.9%$87/sqft |
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| 12/31/2002 | Sold | $182,000-9.9%$61/sqft |
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| 8/12/2002 | Sold | $202,000$68/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,680 +4.4% | $243,770 |
| 2024 | $9,273 +5.5% | $243,770 |
| 2023 | $8,790 +4% | $243,770 |
| 2022 | $8,449 +0.4% | $243,770 |
| 2021 | $8,417 +5.6% | $243,770 +1.3% |
| 2020 | $7,971 -0.1% | $240,540 -0.1% |
| 2019 | $7,976 +5.8% | $240,690 |
| 2018 | $7,538 | $240,690 |
| 2017 | $7,538 +6.4% | $240,690 |
| 2016 | $7,086 | $240,690 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06424
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Memorial SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10East Hampton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10East Hampton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- East Hampton
- 06424
- 159 Bear Swamp Road




