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  • $715,000

    55 West Avon Road, Avon, CT 06001

    4beds
    2,270sqft
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    $5,377/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1796
    2.4 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $315/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    A Rare Avon Opportunity: Circa 1796 Colonial, Versatile Living Space & Exceptional Garage! Discover a truly distinctive property in Avon, Connecticut, where historic New England charm meets extraordinary versatility. Set on 2.4 acres, this circa 1796 Colonial offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, timeless character, and an exceptional collection of additional spaces that open the door to endless possibilities. Inside, the home features an enormous living room with built-in bookcases and a wood-burning fireplace, creating a welcoming setting for quiet evenings and gatherings alike. Wide-board wood floors in the upstairs bedrooms add warmth and authentic period character, celebrating the home's historic roots. A separate three-room apartment with a full bathroom and private entrance offers outstanding flexibility for multigenerational living, extended guests, a home-based business, or potential rental use, subject to applicable approvals. For the collector, hobbyist, or entrepreneur, the property offers an extraordinary additional asset: an approximately 3,634-square-foot detached heated garage with finished interior walls, excellent lighting, and a full security system. Previously used to house a 20-car collection, this impressive space also features plumbing, electricity, and an RV pad. An adjoining approximately 850-square-foot open barn/shed provides additional storage and utility. Combining historic character, flexible living arrangements, substantial garage space, and 2.4 acres in desirable Avon, this unique property offers opportunities rarely found in a single offering. Whether your vision includes a historic residence, a multigenerational home, a collector's retreat, or a property that accommodates both living and working, this exceptional Colonial is ready for its next chapter.
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    Listed by:

    Catherine Evans (860)593-7163,

    Coldwell Banker Realty 860-644-2461

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24215230MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Wide Board Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Features: Wide Board Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Kitchen
      • Features: Bay/Bow Window, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Wood Stove, Kitchen Island, Pantry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Oil
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete
      • Attic: Access Via Hatch
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,270
      • Total interior livable area: 2,270 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,270

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 25
      • Parking features: Attached, Detached, Barn, Paved, Off Street, RV/Boat Pad
      • Attached garage spaces: 4
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      Lot
      • Size: 2.4 Acres
      • Features: Level, Open Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s)
      • Parcel number: 2248793
      • Zoning: R40

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Clapboard
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1796

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Avon

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $315/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $400,980
      • Annual tax amount: $12,330
      • Date on market: 10/17/2026

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/23/2026Listed for sale$715,000-4.7%$315/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24215230 Report a problem
        7/4/2013Listing removed$749,900$330/sqft
        Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #G644785 Report a problem
        3/13/2013Listed for sale$749,900+221.4%$330/sqft
        Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #G644785 Report a problem
        1/7/2013Sold$233,333-75%$103/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/18/2012Price change$935,000-15%$412/sqft
        Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #G644785 Report a problem
        4/21/2012Price change$1,100,000-26.4%$485/sqft
        Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #G644785 Report a problem
        12/30/2011Listed for sale$1,495,000-28.8%$659/sqft
        Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #G644785 Report a problem
        6/14/2011Listed for sale$2,100,000$925/sqft
        Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #G644785 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$12,330 +3.7%$400,980
        2024$11,893 +9.8%$400,980 +31%
        2023$10,833 +2.3%$306,090
        2022$10,594 +1.2%$306,090
        2021$10,471 +4%$306,090
        2020$10,070 $306,090
        2019$10,070 +10.2%$306,090 +5.1%
        2018$9,134 +2.5%$291,350
        2017$8,912 +6.2%$291,350
        2015$8,391 +1.7%$291,350
        2014$8,251 +3.1%$291,350 -4.2%
        2013$8,004 +2.6%$304,120
        2012$7,801 +2.9%$304,120 +0.5%
        2011$7,578 +7%$302,620
        2010$7,084 $302,620
        2009$7,084 +9.3%$302,620 +23.9%
        2008$6,480 +3.8%$244,250
        2007$6,241 +2.8%$244,250
        2006$6,070 +5.9%$244,250 0%
        2004$5,731 -1%$244,300 +19.5%
        2003$5,787 +9.2%$204,500 0%
        2001$5,299 +17%$204,600 -5.8%
        1996$4,529 $217,240
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06001

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        • Middle: Avon,Thompson
        • High: Avon

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