#24093088, Jane Hinkel, Listing Office: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

168 Fern Ave Litchfield, CT 06759
Property details
About 168 Fern Ave
Fern House, a luxurios countryside estate with 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths, 3 stall horse barn, grazing area, fab gunite pool with waterfall & fireplace...outdoor shower and hot tub. Mature gardens and set back with circular drivewauy and complete privacy. Double height foyer, open floor plan with double height fireplace in the downstairs living room, chef's kitchen with top appliances, double Kitchen Aid wall oven & KA dishwasher, 5 burner cooktop and office area. Formal dining room, laundry room, pantry and half bath. There's also a first floor en-suite bedroom with walk-in closet. 2nd floor with family room open to below with a Juliet balcony, primary suite with spa bath, jacuzzi tub, separate shower and a plethora of closets, including a massive walk-in. 2 additional bedrooms share a bath and one having a balcony overlooking the lush grounds and pool. Full basement is housed with the best mechanicals including a Buderus furnace. Attached 2 car garage with EV charger and additional storage shed. The horse barn with 3 stalls has electricity & hot water with an upstairs studio/office and easily converted to one's suitability. Behind the barn is a dedicated hard paddock with all weather gravel which can also be used to make an outdoor ice-rink. The property also features an established kitchen garden with raised beds. Coveted area of major, high-end homes. Seconds to the storybook town of Litchfield with fabulous shops & dining. Fern House is quintessential New England at its best!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Attached Garage
- Waterfront: Water Access
- View: Agricultural
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,795,000
- Price/SqFt: $496
- Annual Tax Amount: $14,823
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Farm, Cleared, Rolling/Hilly, Open Lot
- Directions: gps
- Year Built: 1996
- Living Area: 3,614 SqFt
- Lot Size: 3.71 Acres
- MLS Number: 24098626
- Office Name: Klemm Real Estate Inc
- Office Phone: (860) 868-7313
- Office Email: josephlorino@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Joseph Lorino
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jan 30, 2018 | Home Sold | $795,000 |
Aug 26, 2011 | Home Sold | $550,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $801,260 | $14,823 |
2023 | $537,100 | $14,341 |
2022 | $537,100 | $14,394 |
2021 | $537,100 | $14,824 |
2020 | $537,100 | $14,878 |
2019 | $537,100 | $15,146 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Southwest Elementary School
Public District 4-5
3.3 mi
•340 Litchfield St
2
Vogel-Wetmore Elementary School
Public District KG-3
3.9 mi
•68 Church St
5
Forbes Elementary School
Public District 4-5
4.1 mi
•500 Migeon Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $93,750. The most common annual income of people living in Litchfield, CT is between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 168 Fern Ave
The listing price of 168 Fern Ave property is $1,795,000.
The property 168 Fern Ave is a house located in Litchfield, Connecticut, 06759.
Active Listing: 168 Fern Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 168 Fern Ave are: Southwest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Vogel-Wetmore Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Forbes Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Litchfield Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Litchfield Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Torrington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Litchfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Wamogo Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Oliver Wolcott Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $14,823 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 30, 2018 for $795,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 168 Fern Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 168 Fern Ave is 3,614 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 168 Fern Ave is 1996.
This home is located at 168 Fern Ave in Litchfield, CT and zip code 06759. This 3,614 square foot home, which was built in 1996, sits on a 3.71 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,795,000.
Litchfield, CT housing market in May 2025 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Litchfield, CT increased by 23.5% between April and May 2025.