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Sold for $170,000
  • $170,000

    279 River Road, Putnam, CT 06260

    3beds
    1,606sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1840
    2.03 Acres Lot
    $196,200 Zestimate®
    $106/sqft
    $2,677 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $196,200

    $186,000 - $206,000

    $2,677/mo

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    What's special

    ***INVESTORS TAKE NOTICE***The ideal candidate for this home is someone who has the skills or knows someone with the skills to do renovation work. Opportunity and character come together in this 1840 home set on 2.03 acres in Putnam. Rich with charm, the home features wide board flooring, built-ins in both the living and dining rooms, and butcher block countertops that bring warmth to the space. The layout includes a quarter bath on the main level and three bedrooms with a full bath upstairs. A spacious enclosed breezeway creates a flexible living area with its own feel-offering potential for an in-law arrangement, home office, or additional living space. A covered front porch, back deck and attached one-car garage add to the home's functionality and appeal. While potential for the right buyer to restore and make it their own. Newer water heater already in place. Property is best suited for cash or Rehab financing.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Scott S. Pempek (770)329-4555,

    Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-928-1995,

    Lauren Heidelberger 860-933-0735,

    Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

    Bought with:

    Lauren F. Heidelberger, RES.0805831

    Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24166547MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Propane
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Basement: Full,Dirt Floor
    • Attic: None
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,606
    • Total interior livable area: 1,606 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,606

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 2.03 Acres
    • Features: Level, Open Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2843103
    • Zoning: AG-2

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1840

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Cesspool
    • Water: Well

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Gary District
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Putnam

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $106/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $199,500
    • Annual tax amount: $3,771
    • Date on market: 4/15/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/7/2026Sold$170,000-14.6%$106/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24166547 Report a problem
    7/9/2026Pending sale$199,000$124/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24166547 Report a problem
    7/9/2026Listed for sale$199,000$124/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties #24166547 Report a problem
    6/2/2026Contingent$199,000$124/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties #24166547 Report a problem
    5/27/2026Price change$199,000-27.6%$124/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24166547 Report a problem
    5/3/2026Price change$275,000-16.4%$171/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24166547 Report a problem
    4/22/2026Listed for sale$329,000+25207.7%$205/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24166547 Report a problem
    6/27/2016Sold$1,300$1/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,771 $199,500
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06260

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