Please submit highest and best by tuesday may 20th at 5pm. Welcome to the exquisite Russell Benton House, a stunning Greek Revival masterpiece that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Restored and updated with the highest quality materials, this home sits on a beautifully landscaped 2.55-acre lot just a mile from the vibrant Guilford Green. The heart of the home is the beautifully renovated kitchen, featuring high-end appliances, custom cabinets, and stunning reclaimed teak counters, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. The striking family room, a newer addition to the home, features a fireplace constructed with stone sourced from the property. For guests or additional rental income, the charming 1,225 square foot Guest House has been thoughtfully remodeled and includes a high-end kitchen, a magnificent marble bath, a murphy bed, a sleeping loft, and a soaring two-story open living area. A third building on the premises has its own driveway and offers versatile space for an office, gym, or studio. Additional highlights include custom trim, reclaimed wide board hardwood floors, new Marvin windows, and energy-efficient upgrades such as owned solar panels and a high-efficiency gas heating system. With impeccable craftsmanship, this unique property combines timeless elegance with modern conveniences. The images displayed are from when the current owners purchased the property.
Sold for $1,755,000
$1,755,000
521 State Street, Guilford, CT 06437
4beds
4,766sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1854
2.55 Acres Lot
$1,816,200 Zestimate®
$368/sqft
$6,668 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,816,200
$1.62M - $2.05M
$6,668/mo
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Listed by:
Barbara Goetsch 203-927-7146,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-453-2533
Bought with:
Abbey Scott, RES.0819943
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24094951
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Remodeled, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 241.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 18.6
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 172.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13.3
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 25
Primary bathroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Double-Sink, Hydro-Tub, Marble Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Marble Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Den
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 198.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15.3
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 189.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 15.3
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 404.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 23.4
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Dining Area, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Remodeled, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 435 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 29
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 209.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 15.5
Other
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 585 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23.4 x 25
Rec play room
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 407.27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.9 x 29.3
Other
- Features: Remodeled, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 585 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23.4 x 25
Heating
- Baseboard, Zoned, Other, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Sound System, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Storage Space
- Attic: Heated,Partially Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,766
- Total interior livable area: 4,766 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,766
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Fencing: Partial,Stone
Lot
- Size: 2.55 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 1117089
- Zoning: R-5
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1854
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Guilford
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2025 | Sold | $1,755,000+4.8%$368/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24094951 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Pending sale | $1,675,000$351/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24094951 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,675,000+17.3%$351/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24094951 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $1,428,000-4.2%$300/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170318187 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2020 | Pending sale | $1,490,000$313/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170318187 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Price change | $1,490,000+7.2%$313/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170318187 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,390,000$292/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170318187 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2018 | Listing removed | $1,390,000$292/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170001893 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,390,000+101.4%$292/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170001893 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2011 | Sold | $690,000-23.3%$145/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #M9119123 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2010 | Listing removed | $899,500$189/sqft |
Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #M9119123 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2010 | Price change | $899,500-4.3%$189/sqft |
Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #M9119123 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2009 | Price change | $940,000-5.5%$197/sqft |
Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #M9119123 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2009 | Price change | $995,000-15.3%$209/sqft |
Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #M9113911 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2008 | Price change | $1,175,000-6%$247/sqft |
Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #M9113911 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+54.3%$262/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #M9110624 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2005 | Sold | $810,000+110.4%$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/1989 | Sold | $385,000$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,380 +4% | $664,720 |
| 2024 | $17,668 +2.7% | $664,720 |
| 2023 | $17,203 +16.2% | $664,720 +49.3% |
| 2022 | $14,801 +1.9% | $445,130 |
| 2021 | $14,520 +1% | $445,130 |
| 2020 | $14,382 +0.9% | $445,130 |
| 2019 | $14,258 +5.5% | $445,130 +3% |
| 2018 | $13,520 +3.8% | $432,210 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $13,025 +32.5% | $443,620 +27.4% |
| 2015 | $9,832 +3.3% | $348,150 +0.3% |
| 2014 | $9,514 -6.4% | $346,960 -21.3% |
| 2013 | $10,161 +3.1% | $440,630 |
| 2012 | $9,852 +3.9% | $440,630 |
| 2011 | $9,482 +3.3% | $440,630 |
| 2010 | $9,178 +3.9% | $440,630 |
| 2009 | $8,830 +119.8% | $440,630 +110.5% |
| 2008 | $4,017 -21.1% | $209,340 |
| 2007 | $5,091 +5% | $209,340 |
| 2006 | $4,848 +4% | $209,340 |
| 2005 | $4,662 +5.2% | $209,340 +0% |
| 2003 | $4,431 -22.6% | $209,300 +16.1% |
| 2001 | $5,725 | $180,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06437
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Calvin Leete SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10E. C. Adams Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Guilford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Adams,Baldwin
- High: Guilford
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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