Under contract

$539,000

18 Bates Road, Chaplin, CT 06235

5beds

3,615sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1785

1.6 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$149/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Step into history with this beautifully updated antique Colonial, originally built in 1785, offering timeless charm with modern updates throughout. A standout feature is the fully equipped in-law suite, complete with its own kitchen, living room, bedroom, full bathroom, and washer/dryer- perfect for multigenerational living, guests, or potential rental income. The property also features a new detached 2 car garage, an insulated barn with electricity, and an additional large barn with newer roof ready for your finishing touches. Enjoy the peaceful setting surrounded by non-buildable land and scenic river views from your back porch.

17 days

1,054

137

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Upper

Bedroom

Level: Upper

Bedroom

Level: Upper

Bedroom

Level: Upper

Bedroom

Level: Main

Dining room

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Steam, Electric, Propane

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level

Features

In-Law Floorplan
Basement: Crawl Space
Number of fireplaces: 4

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,615
Total interior livable area: 3,615 sqft
Finished area above ground: 3,615

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Has view: Yes
View description: Water
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water

Lot

Size: 1.6 Acres
Features: Few Trees, Borders Open Space, Level

Details

Parcel number: 1681731
Zoning: RA

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Masonry
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1785

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Chaplin

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $149/sqft
Tax assessed value: $365,000
Annual tax amount: $11,454
Date on market: 4/21/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/28/2026	Pending sale	$539,000$149/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24161631 Report a problem
4/24/2026	Listed for sale	$539,000+199.4%$149/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24161631 Report a problem
2/16/2001	Sold	$180,000$50/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$11,454 +4.8%	$365,000
2024	$10,932 +19%	$365,000 +41%
2023	$9,187 +2.9%	$258,800
2022	$8,929 +6.2%	$258,800
2021	$8,411	$258,800
2020	$8,411	$258,800
2019	$8,411 +4.2%	$258,800 +4.2%
2018	$8,070 -7.3%	$248,300
2017	$8,703	$248,300
2016	$8,703 -4%	$248,300
2015	$9,063	$248,300
2014	$9,063 +5.8%	$248,300 -12.6%
2013	$8,569	$284,200
2012	$8,569 +3.5%	$284,200 +3.5%
2011	$8,279	$274,600
2010	$8,279 +1%	$274,600
2009	$8,197 +4.3%	$274,600 +24.1%
2007	$7,856 +5%	$221,300
2006	$7,480 +2.4%	$221,300
2005	$7,303 +85%	$221,300 +135.4%
2003	$3,948 -18%	$94,000 -30.4%
2002	$4,814 +27.7%	$135,000 -29.1%
1996	$3,769	$190,350