Peaceful tranquility describes the setting of this contemporary home. Built in 1962 with extensions and renovations since then. This 1 floor home has a large Family Room with a fireplace, a south facing Living Room and Dining Room with walls of glass and access to the large deck and a vintage kitchen with skylight and large pantries. There is expansion potential into the Sitting Room on the north side of the house. There is a dedicated Office off the Sitting Room. A large coat closet in the foyer plus laundry and a 1/2 bath check many of the "must have, " boxes. The home has 4 bedrooms. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and full bath. There are 3 other BRs plus a recently renovated full bath that is handicapped accessible. Above the Living Room there is a loft that could be another study space or artist’s space. Off the family room is a delightful screened porch with cathedral ceiling. The views of the gardens and the lawn are especially wonderful from the porch. There is a 2-car garage located on the lower level plus a workshop with walkout access to the yard. The partial basement holds the new Furnace plus the 200-amp electrical circuit breakers and generator switch. The home has central air. Located on Chaffinch Island Road with easy access to Chaffinch Island Park there is a sense of neighborhood while the setting for the house is very private. Just a few miles to the Guilford Center, Train, Beaches, and Marinas this lovely home is a rare find.
Sold for $760,000 on 01/23/23
$760,000
39 Chaffinch Island Road, Guilford, CT 06437
4beds
2,632sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
2.34 Acres Lot
$850,900 Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$4,352 Estimated rent
Home value
$850,900
$800,000 - $910,000
$4,352/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 23, 2023 at 02:33pm
Listed by:
The Whiteman Team at William Raveis Real Estate,
Leigh Whiteman 203-430-1467,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-453-0391
Bought with:
Susan Santoro, RES.0601790
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170539877
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Sliders, Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 11
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Skylight, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Full Bath, Stall Shower, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Full Bath, Stall Shower
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Wall/Wall Carpet, Wood Stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 22
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 24
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Bay/Bow Window, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Skylight, Sliders, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 22
Loft
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3 x 16
Office
- Features: Half Bath, Hardwood Floor, Skylight
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight, Stone Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Wood/Coal Stove, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Storage Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,632
- Total interior livable area: 2,632 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,632
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Private, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 32" Minimum Door Widths, Bath Grab Bars, Lever Door Handles, Lever Faucets, Raised Toilet
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 2.34 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot, Open Lot, Wetlands
Details
- Parcel number: 1117503
- Zoning: R-5I
- Other equipment: Generator Ready
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Cedar, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt,Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Basketball Court, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities
Location
- Region: Guilford
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2023 | Sold | $760,000+8.7%$289/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170539877 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $699,000$266/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170539877 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2022 | Contingent | $699,000$266/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170539877 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2022 | Pending sale | $699,000$266/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170539877 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $699,000$266/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170539877 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,668 +4% | $385,840 |
| 2024 | $10,256 +2.7% | $385,840 |
| 2023 | $9,986 +29.1% | $385,840 +65.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06437
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10A. W. Cox SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10E. C. Adams Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Guilford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: A. W. Cox
- High: Guilford
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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