Gorgeous c1938 historic Cape Cod on 3+ pastoral acres built by American wood engraver Thomas Nason. Designed by architect Alberta Pfeiffer, and situated on Shippee Hill, this property is rich with original stone walls, charming outbuildings, extensive gardens and plenty of space for outdoor entertaining. 100 acres of conservation land abuts to the North and the Essex Steam train whistle can be heard in the distance. Enter through the front foyer into a gracious wood-paneled living room with large windows overlooking the gardens & built-in bookshelves. Flow through to the charming dining room w Dutch door to the stone patio off the back of the house. The sunny galley kitchen has plenty of counter space, subzero refrigerator & exterior door leading to the backyard and driveway. Spacious 1st floor primary bedroom w charming passage to full bath w white subway tile is rare to find in a house of this era. Upstairs there are two additional bedrooms, large cedar closet & full updated bath. The lower level offers additional living space perfect for an office and was once used by Thomas Nason as his artist studio. Idyllic setting on a quiet country road close to conservation hiking trails & the Hadlyme Ferry. Outbuildings include a 2 car garage fully rebuilt & re-roofed in 2022, wood shed, garden shed, chicken coop, cottage & root cellar. All outbuildings are to be considered "as is." Septic tank replaced in 2021 and feeds to two drywells. System approved by Town of Lyme and Ledgelight Health District in 2021. All fireplaces are decorative.
Sold for $725,000
$725,000
282 Joshuatown Road, Lyme, CT 06371
3beds
2,304sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
3 Acres Lot
$895,100 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$3,222 Estimated rent
Home value
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$832,000 - $967,000
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Stone patioLarge windowsLarge cedar closetFull updated bathBuilt-in bookshelvesSunny galley kitchenGarden shed
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pam Johnstone 860-857-6684,
PJ Residential, PLLC 860-857-6684
Bought with:
Terry M. Kemper, RES.0766534
Coldwell Banker Realty
Kyle Hinding
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170573394
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 18
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 18
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Living room
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Office
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Concrete Floor, Studio
- Level: Lower
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 24
Heating
- Radiator, Steam, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete,Liveable Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,304
- Total interior livable area: 2,304 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,304
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Private, Circular Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Stone
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Open Lot, Dry, Borders Open Space, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1520947
- Zoning: RU120
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Other
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Joshuatown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lyme
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $268,700
- Annual tax amount: $5,240
- Date on market: 10/24/2023
- Exclusions: See attached inclusion exclusion addendum
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2023 | Sold | $725,000-5.8%$315/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170573394 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2023 | Pending sale | $770,000$334/sqft |
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| 8/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $770,000$334/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170573394 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Smart MLS #170573394 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2023 | Price change | $770,000-3.1%$334/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170573394 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $795,000-3.6%$345/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170573394 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Smart MLS #170557852 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $825,000+13.8%$358/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170557852 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2022 | Sold | $725,000+4.3%$315/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170447421 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2021 | Contingent | $695,000$302/sqft |
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| 11/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $695,000-50.4%$302/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170447421 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2004 | Sold | $1,400,000+188.7%$608/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2004 | Sold | $485,000$211/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,149 | $493,000 |
| 2024 | $7,149 -28.9% | $493,000 -4.3% |
| 2023 | $10,048 +87.4% | $515,300 +91.8% |
| 2022 | $5,361 | $268,700 |
| 2021 | $5,361 | $268,700 |
| 2020 | $5,361 | $268,700 |
| 2019 | $5,361 -8.7% | $268,700 -14.9% |
| 2018 | $5,874 +1.9% | $315,800 |
| 2017 | $5,763 | $315,800 |
| 2016 | $5,763 +2.8% | $315,800 |
| 2015 | $5,605 +4.4% | $315,800 |
| 2014 | $5,369 +2.3% | $315,800 -15.8% |
| 2013 | $5,249 +3.7% | $374,900 |
| 2012 | $5,061 | $374,900 |
| 2011 | $5,061 -0.4% | $374,900 |
| 2010 | $5,080 +6.3% | $374,900 |
| 2009 | $4,780 +8.4% | $374,900 +23.2% |
| 2008 | $4,411 +3.6% | $304,200 |
| 2007 | $4,259 +1.8% | $304,200 |
| 2006 | $4,183 +5.8% | $304,200 |
| 2005 | $3,955 +4.9% | $304,200 |
| 2004 | $3,772 +1.5% | $304,200 +55.5% |
| 2003 | $3,716 +13.4% | $195,600 |
| 2001 | $3,276 +31% | $195,600 -8.1% |
| 1995 | $2,500 | $212,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06371
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mile Creek SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 9 mi
- 9/10Lyme-Old Lyme Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 8/10Lyme-Old Lyme High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lyme Consolidated
- High: Lyme-Old Lyme
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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