$3,799

closing credit¹

261 Middlesex Ave Chester, CT 06412

$319,900
3 beds
1 full
1,248 sqft
2.0 acres
$256 / sqft
House

Property details

About 261 Middlesex Ave

Come & enjoy all that Chester has to offer! Chester is one of the most sought after Connecticut village towns! This sweet Colonial built in 1935 is set back from the road on 2 picturesque acres of land offering plenty of expansion possibilities! Family owned since 1935. First floor offers a living room with stone fireplace, a dining room, a kitchen & mud room. All original hardwood floors throughout & original woodwork. 3 bedrooms & a full bath upstairs & a walk-up attic for storage potential. Living room leads out to a charming side porch with pillars & deck. Mechanicals are all updated: newer well pump in 2015, newer furnace in 2012. Some cosmetics needed but great bones & so much potential. A short drive to Chester village and a great price range for a starter home or for someone looking to downsize. Don't miss this opportunity! Property sold as is.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingSteam
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
Size1,248 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size2 Acres
Year built1935
ParkingNone, Off Street Parking
MLS #24068598
ViewTrees/Woods

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24068598
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
  • Office Phone: (860) 347-4486
  • Office Email: tbitondo@bhhsne.com
  • Listing Agent: Theresa Bitondo

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$319,900

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$171,990$4,205
2023$129,450$3,845
2022$129,450$3,819
2021$129,450$3,819
2020$129,450$3,705
2019$129,450$3,727

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Chester Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.7 mi

23 Ridge Rd

7

Deep River Elementary School

Public District KG-6

3.0 mi

12 River St

7

Essex Elementary School

Public District PK-6

5.6 mi

108 Main St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,697. The majority of Chester, CT residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

13%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Old NavyOld Navy

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ArbysArbys
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • GMCGMC
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 261 Middlesex Ave

This home is located at 261 Middlesex Ave in Chester, CT and zip code 06412. This 1,248 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $319,900.

The number of homes for sale in Chester, CT increased by 25% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 103 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $499,900 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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