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    • $495,000

    42 Straits Road, Chester, CT 06412

    3beds
    2,068sqft
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    $3,484/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    2.71 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $239/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Discover the incredible potential of this custom-built Colonial, ready for your personal style and finishing touches. Designed with comfort and functionality in mind, the main level features a dedicated home office complete with extensive shelving and abundant storage, perfect for staying organized while working from home. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full baths, including a beautifully glass tiled hall bath that adds beachy vibes. The spacious primary suite offers both a walk-in closet and an additional traditional closet, with ample room for a king-sized bed and your favorite furnishings. The bright, functional kitchen boasts an abundance of cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and the convenience of a first-floor laundry room just steps away, between the kitchen and the powder room. The finished lower level provides valuable additional living space, ideal for a family room, recreation area, home gym, or hobby room, with direct access to the oversized two-car garage. With fresh paint and your personal decorating touches, this home can truly shine. Best of all, you're just a short walk from Chester's picturesque town center, where you'll enjoy charming shops, restaurants, galleries, and community events. Experience firsthand why Chester is consistently celebrated as one of Connecticut's most beloved small towns.
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    Listed by:

    Stephanie Stone (860)324-7253,

    William Raveis/First Town RE 860-688-1868

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24192544MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Full Bath, Stall Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, Sliders
      • Level: Main
      Office
      • Features: Bookcases, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Open Floorplan
      • Basement: Full,Garage Access,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Liveable Space
      • Attic: None
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,068
      • Total interior livable area: 2,068 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,068

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Attached, Paved, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private, Shared Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 2.71 Acres
      • Features: Few Trees, Wooded, Sloped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 941076
      • Zoning: R-2

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Chester

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $239/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $325,220
      • Annual tax amount: $8,807
      • Date on market: 7/20/2026

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/25/2026Listed for sale$495,000+23.7%$239/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24192544 Report a problem
        12/16/2003Sold$400,272$194/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,807 +10.8%$325,220
        2024$7,952 +8%$325,220 +31.2%
        2023$7,364 +0.7%$247,950
        2022$7,315 $247,950
        2021$7,315 +3.1%$247,950
        2020$7,096 -0.6%$247,950
        2019$7,138 +4.8%$247,950 -1.3%
        2018$6,810 +2.8%$251,210
        2017$6,622 +4.1%$251,210
        2015$6,361 +2%$251,210
        2014$6,235 -5.9%$251,210 -16.8%
        2013$6,627 -2.3%$301,910
        2012$6,784 +1.6%$301,910
        2011$6,675 $301,910
        2010$6,675 +4.7%$301,910
        2009$6,373 +6.8%$301,910 +20.8%
        2008$5,965 +3.2%$249,900
        2007$5,778 +3.4%$249,900
        2006$5,590 +1.1%$249,900
        2005$5,528 +17.6%$249,900 +16.4%
        2004$4,702 +297.1%$214,700 +399.3%
        2003$1,184 +10.9%$43,000
        2001$1,068 +10.9%$43,000 -13.6%
        1995$963 $49,770
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Chester Center

        Getting around

        18 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        5 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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