For sale

$374,900

8 Canton Road, Simsbury, CT 06092

3beds

1,426sqft

$2,714/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1953

0.55 Acres Lot

$385,100 Zestimate^®

$263/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Expansive backyard oasis

Welcome to 8 Canton Road! A truly unique New England reproduction colonial built on the site of a former farm in 1953 by historian Edgar Brown of Simsbury in collaboration with architect John Berle. Set on a beautiful and private 0.55-acre lot in sought-after West Simsbury, this charming reproduction Colonial offers the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. Inside, the home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, inviting living space with a fireplace, and a full basement renovated to create an authentic Colonial tavern with bar. A special highlight of the property is the expansive backyard oasis, featuring a spacious deck overlooking serene, tree-lined grounds ideal for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or peaceful relaxation. Located just minutes from Simsbury Center, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy a private retreat in a premier location.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Rooms

Room types: Breezeway

Primary bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 187 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 17

Bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 156 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 x 13

Bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10 x 12

Bathroom

Level: Main

Bathroom

Level: Upper

Den

Level: Main
Area: 121 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 121 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 12

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 264 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 x 22

Heating

Baseboard, Oil

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
Laundry: Lower Level

Features

Basement: Full,Finished
Attic: Storage,Walk-up
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,426
Total interior livable area: 1,426 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,426

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Attached
Attached garage spaces: 1

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Exterior features: Garden

Lot

Size: 0.55 Acres
Features: Level

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 694919
Zoning: R-40

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1953

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: West Simsbury

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: West Simsbury

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $263/sqft
Tax assessed value: $188,860
Annual tax amount: $6,610
Date on market: 9/15/2026

Estimated market value

$385,100

$343,000 - $424,000

$2,738/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/15/2026	Listed for sale	$374,900+114.2%$263/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24206800 Report a problem
9/30/1992	Sold	$175,000$123/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$6,451 +2.5%	$188,860
2024	$6,291 +4.7%	$188,860
2023	$6,010 +5.3%	$188,860 +27.8%
2022	$5,709	$147,780
2021	$5,709 +4.2%	$147,780
2020	$5,481 -0.6%	$147,780
2019	$5,515 -0.7%	$147,780
2018	$5,555 +3.2%	$147,780 +6.4%
2017	$5,383 +4.4%	$138,890
2016	$5,156	$138,890