Charming New England Cape on a 1.2-acre lot with stone walls and flowering hydrangeas, hostas, lilacs and rhododendron bushes. Thoughtful updates in the kitchen include granite countertops, tile backsplash and stainless-steel appliances. The kitchen opens to the dining area and flows to the screened-in porch for easy entertaining. The bright and spacious living room offers a cozy fireplace and connects to the family room with a second fireplace and sweeping views of the expansive backyard. The upper level features a primary bedroom suite with a renovated full bathroom, plus two additional bedrooms and the updated hallway bathroom with traditional details. Hardwood floors run throughout and modern systems include new central air condensers (2016), natural gas heat, a new roof (2022), vinyl siding (2022), natural gas boiler and on-demand water heater (2019), stamped concrete patio and septic system (2015). Convenient to schools, parks, hiking trails, shopping and easy commute to Route 44. Simsbury's vibrant downtown includes the Simsbury Performing Arts Center, Flower Bridge, restaurants, coffee shops and boutique shops. This well maintained Cape combines classic finishes with practical updates and the picturesque lot borders Town of Simsbury open space.
Under contract
$550,000
281 West Mountain Road, Simsbury, CT 06092
3beds
2,236sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
1.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 52 days |
- 86 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nancy B. Reardon (860)836-7506,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-653-4507,
Jackie Battos 860-841-5254,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24170355
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Family room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 21
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 21
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,236
- Total interior livable area: 2,236 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,236
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 1.2 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 701290
- Zoning: R-40
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Simsbury
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Simsbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $246/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $308,560
- Annual tax amount: $10,540
- Date on market: 5/2/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Pending sale | $550,000$246/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24170355 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+67.7%$246/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170355 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2016 | Sold | $328,000+157.3%$147/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #G10172919 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2014 | Sold | $127,500-36.3%$57/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #G664381 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2005 | Sold | $200,000+8.1%$89/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/1994 | Sold | $185,000-5.1%$83/sqft |
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| 4/13/1987 | Sold | $195,000$87/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,540 +2.5% | $308,560 |
| 2024 | $10,278 +4.7% | $308,560 |
| 2023 | $9,818 +25.2% | $308,560 +52% |
| 2022 | $7,843 | $203,040 |
| 2021 | $7,843 +4.1% | $203,040 |
| 2020 | $7,531 -0.6% | $203,040 |
| 2019 | $7,577 -0.7% | $203,040 |
| 2018 | $7,632 +4.3% | $203,040 +7.6% |
| 2017 | $7,316 +36.4% | $188,760 +30.7% |
| 2016 | $5,362 | $144,460 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West Simsbury
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Tootin' Hills SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Henry James Memorial SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 10/10Simsbury High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Simsbury
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- Connecticut
- Hartford County
- Simsbury
- 06092
- West Simsbury
- 281 West Mountain Road
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