For sale

$279,900

254 Commonwealth Avenue, New Britain, CT 06053

3beds

1,160sqft

$2,038/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1936

8,276 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$241/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcome home to this charming Cape in the heart of New Britain! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is move-in ready and packed with updates you'll love. The bright, eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and tile flooring, while hardwood floors flow throughout the living room, dining room, and first-floor bedroom. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms with plenty of natural light. Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including a brand-new hot water heater, renovated bathroom, roof installed in 2017 and more. Step outside to a large, level backyard complete with a detached one-car garage. Conveniently located just minutes from CCSU, Stanley Quarter Park, shopping, dining, and major highways, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, updates, and location. Don't miss your chance to make this charming Cape your new home-schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Hardwood Floor
Level: Main
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 12

Bedroom

Features: Hardwood Floor
Level: Upper
Area: 143 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 13

Bedroom

Features: Laminate Floor
Level: Upper
Area: 187 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 17

Bathroom

Features: Tub w/Shower
Level: Upper

Dining room

Features: Hardwood Floor
Level: Main
Area: 110 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 10

Kitchen

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Tile Floor
Level: Main
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 12

Living room

Features: Hardwood Floor
Level: Main
Area: 187 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11 x 17

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater

Features

Basement: Full,Concrete
Attic: None
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,160
Total interior livable area: 1,160 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,160

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

Size: 8,276 Square Feet
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: 641662
Zoning: S3

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape Cod
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1936

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: New Britain

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $241/sqft
Tax assessed value: $134,750
Annual tax amount: $5,280
Date on market: 7/24/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/31/2026	Listed for sale	$279,900+108.9%$241/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24194333 Report a problem
6/9/2017	Sold	$134,000-10.7%$116/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #G10192561 Report a problem
7/28/2006	Sold	$150,000+100%$129/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #N240523 Report a problem
7/23/1999	Sold	$75,000$65/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,280 -1%	$134,750
2024	$5,335 +3.4%	$134,750
2023	$5,158 +21.7%	$134,750 +57.4%
2022	$4,238	$85,610
2021	$4,238 -2%	$85,610
2020	$4,323	$85,610
2019	$4,323	$85,610
2018	$4,323 +12.3%	$85,610 +12.3%
2017	$3,850	$76,230
2016	$3,850 +3.1%	$76,230
2015	$3,735	$76,230