$485,000

279 Plainville Ave Farmington, CT 06085

$5,759
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,366 sqft
0.6 acres
$205 / sqft
House

Property details

About 279 Plainville Ave

This fantastic Colonial, built in 1868, is situated on a .64-acre corner lot in Unionville. Boasting over 2,300 square feet of living space, this home features 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The first floor offers beautifully refinished hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen with a dining area, a large island with a breakfast bar seating, a pantry, and a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and skylights, providing a sunny space for all your culinary endeavors. The dining room includes a built-in hutch and access to a huge, bright and airy sunroom, while the spacious living room features a cozy brick fireplace and a large bay window. The Primary Bedroom includes an en-suite full bath, and an additional bedroom and half bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find three more bedrooms, two of which include walk-in closets, and a full bath. The home's expansive outdoor space includes a large deck overlooking a fenced-in backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The property also offers two detached garages - one with a single bay and the other with four bays - the ideal setup for auto-enthusiasts. Located near local restaurants, shops and outdoor activities like hiking, biking and kayaking on the nearby Farmington River, this property offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern conveniences. Don't miss your opportunity to make the gem the backdrop for memories for years to come - Schedule today!

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Size2,366 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.64 Acres
Year built1868
ParkingAttached Garage
MLS #24052402
Attached garage5 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24052402
  • Office Name: KW Legacy Partners
  • Office Phone: (860) 313-0700
  • Office Email: Matt@themialeteam.com
  • Listing Agent: Matt Miale

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Nearby schools

9

Union School

Public District KG-4

0.7 mi

173 School St

10

West District School

Public District KG-4

0.9 mi

114 W District Rd

7

Lake Garda Elementary School

Public District PK-4

1.3 mi

61 Monce Rd

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 $72,308. Most Farmington, CT residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 279 Plainville Ave

This home is located at 279 Plainville Ave in Farmington, CT and zip code 06085. This 2,366 square foot home, which was built in 1868, sits on a 0.64 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $485,000.

Over 6 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Farmington, CT. In the same period over 7 listings were sold below the listed price and 6 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Farmington, CT decreased by 6% between December and January 2025.

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

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