If you're looking to own a piece of History....This home is for You ! The Historic Benjamin Howd Home in the Village of Northford is waiting for you to make it yours.This Center Chimney Saltbox was built in 1740 and sits on over an acre of land, offering 2,889 square feet of comfortable living space. The main level features a front parlor/living room, sitting area, a keeping room that now serves as a dining room, a cozy private library or office space, and an expanded kitchen with newer appliances featuring a brand new dishwasher and a 3 year old electric stove. Sliders lead to the right side patio, while the left side of the kitchen has a greenhouse attachment with side entry and a mudroom. The main level also includes a full bath and laundry room with ample room for storage. The upper level features two front rooms, including the primary bedroom that opens to an office or craft space, and a separate additional front bedroom. The rear of the home includes a bedroom/play area with a half bath tucked within the blue doors, a slider to a deck with stairs to the yard. This home offers easy access to the main roads of Rte. 17 and Rte. 22, as well as nearby highways, making it an ideal location. The property includes an oversized garage w/ 200 Amps service and a large shed for all your storage needs. Come see for yourself the charm and character this historic home has to offer. Make the Historic Benjamin Howd Home your own today ! The town states that it is a 2BR, but the main level parlor with a nearby full bath has been used as a third bedroom. the septic tank is 5 years old and was last serviced last fall.
Sold for $290,000
$290,000
58 Old Post Road, North Branford, CT 06472
3beds
2,889sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1740
1.35 Acres Lot
$489,300 Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$2,920 Estimated rent
Home value
$489,300
$445,000 - $533,000
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 30, 2023 at 11:33am
Listed by:
Erin Mancino 860-637-1302,
Century 21 AllPoints Realty 860-621-8378
Bought with:
Joan Cisneros
BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170563317
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island, Sliders
- Level: Main
Library
- Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor, Wood Stove
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Rec play room
- Features: Sliders
- Level: Upper
Sun room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: Floored
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,889
- Total interior livable area: 2,889 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,889
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 1.35 Acres
- Features: Historic District, Open Lot, Corner Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 1274777
- Zoning: R40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Saltbox
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1740
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Northford
- Subdivision: Northford
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/30/2023 | Sold | $290,000-15.9%$100/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170563317 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2023 | Pending sale | $344,900$119/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170563317 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $344,900-3.9%$119/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170563317 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $358,800$124/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170512971 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,059 +3.2% | $291,900 +34.3% |
| 2024 | $7,811 +4.1% | $217,400 |
| 2023 | $7,505 +3.9% | $217,400 |
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Neighborhood: Northford
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Totoket Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10North Branford Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 7/10North Branford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
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- Connecticut
- New Haven County
- North Branford
- 06472
- Northford
- 58 Old Post Road