Known as the Converse House, this c. 1870 High Victorian Gothic landmark was built for Colonel Charles A. Converse, a Norwich businessman and philanthropist. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the Chelsea Parade Historic District, the home is steps from Washington Park and offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree and modern comfort. A distinctive seven-sided front porch welcomes you inside, where historic details include a built-in preacher's bench, pocket doors, a gracious parlor, library, two living rooms, fireplaces, a walnut-paneled dining room, butler's pantry, cedar closets, and a whimsical widow's peak. The thoughtfully updated home offers five bedrooms and has been enhanced for today's living with a new slate and copper roof, new electrical, new sewer line, new gas furnace, and an on-demand hot water heater. The front porch features new Indonesian Batu wood flooring, complemented by a new slate patio. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with mature trees, flowering gardens, a fountain, carriage barn, and one-car garage, this is a truly move-in-ready opportunity to become the next steward of one of Norwich's most memorable homes.
For sale
$525,000
185 Washington Street, Norwich, CT 06360
5beds
3,336sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
0.61 Acres Lot
$514,100 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Carriage barnHistoric detailsSeven-sided front porchMature treesOne-car garageGracious parlorBeautifully landscaped grounds
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
GREG BROADBENT TEAM,
Victoria V. Obrotsa (860)222-6140,
RE/MAX Coast and Country 860-536-7600
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24199518
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breezeway, Laundry, Sitting Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Library
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Third,Other
Heating
- Gas on Gas, Radiator, Steam, Wood/Coal Stove, Gas In Street, Natural Gas, Wood
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Partially Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,336
- Total interior livable area: 3,336 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,336
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Barn, Detached, Paved, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony, Breezeway, Garden, Lighting
- Fencing: Partial,Stone,Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level, Landscaped, Historic District
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 2411665
- Zoning: R40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Putting Green
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Norwich
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $157/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $322,100
- Annual tax amount: $12,684
- Date on market: 8/19/2026
Estimated market value
$514,100
$488,000 - $540,000
$3,181/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+87.5%$157/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24199518 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2020 | Sold | $280,000-6.6%$84/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170244755 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2020 | Price change | $299,900-3.2%$90/sqft |
Source: Nathan Clark & Associates #170244755 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2019 | Price change | $309,900-4.6%$93/sqft |
Source: Nathan Clark & Associates #170244755 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2019 | Price change | $325,000-7.1%$97/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes #170149850 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $350,000+25.4%$105/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Cahoone #170092968 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2015 | Sold | $279,000$84/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #E275114 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2015 | Pending sale | $279,000$84/sqft |
Source: Heritage Properties SPC #E275114 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2014 | Price change | $279,000-6.7%$84/sqft |
Source: Heritage Properties SPC #E275114 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2014 | Price change | $299,000-3.5%$90/sqft |
Source: Heritage Properties SPC #E275114 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2014 | Listed for sale | $310,000-21.5%$93/sqft |
Source: Heritage Properties SPC #E275114 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2013 | Listing removed | $395,000$118/sqft |
Source: Heritage Properties SPC #E266430 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2013 | Listed for sale | $395,000-20.2%$118/sqft |
Source: Heritage Properties SPC #E266430 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2010 | Listing removed | $495,000$148/sqft |
Source: BARATZ REALTY #E239953 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2010 | Listed for sale | $495,000$148/sqft |
Source: BARATZ REALTY #E239953 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,035 +5.9% | $322,100 |
| 2024 | $12,304 +20.2% | $322,100 +52.4% |
| 2023 | $10,237 -0.1% | $211,300 |
| 2022 | $10,244 -0.3% | $211,300 |
| 2021 | $10,278 +0.4% | $211,300 |
| 2020 | $10,242 +1% | $211,300 |
| 2019 | $10,140 -3.5% | $211,300 -2.7% |
| 2018 | $10,505 -0.7% | $217,100 |
| 2017 | $10,581 +1.4% | $217,100 |
| 2015 | $10,434 +4.6% | $217,100 |
| 2014 | $9,971 +25.6% | $217,100 -11.7% |
| 2013 | $7,938 +3.8% | $246,000 |
| 2012 | $7,651 +7.9% | $246,000 |
| 2011 | $7,092 +2.9% | $246,000 |
| 2010 | $6,893 +3.4% | $246,000 |
| 2009 | $6,669 -3.1% | $246,000 +6% |
| 2008 | $6,881 -11% | $232,000 |
| 2007 | $7,730 +4.1% | $232,000 |
| 2006 | $7,429 +4.1% | $232,000 |
| 2005 | $7,134 +24.7% | $232,000 +70.7% |
| 2003 | $5,723 +23.4% | $135,900 +0.2% |
| 2001 | $4,638 | $135,600 |
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Neighborhood: 06360
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Samuel Huntington SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10Kelly Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Samuel Huntington
- High: Norwich Free Academy
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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