Highest and best offer requested by 5:00 PM Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - Architectural Masterpiece - 1901 Historic Mansion Step back into the elegance of the Gilded Age with this extraordinary historic mansion, nestled in the heart of Waterbury - once hailed as the Brass Center of the World. This distinguished estate stands as a rare architectural gem, echoing the opulence of Newport's famed cliffside mansions. Built at the height of Waterbury's industrial prominence, the home features period details throughout: soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, leaded glass windows, and a grand staircase that speaks to a bygone era of craftsmanship and prestige. There is a full third floor for servant quarters with 4 bedrooms and 7 closets complete with its own staircase. If interest, will make arrangements to see the finished area above the garage.
Sold for $625,000
$625,000
70 Hillside Avenue, Waterbury, CT 06710
5beds
5,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
1.15 Acres Lot
$636,300 Zestimate®
$112/sqft
$4,119 Estimated rent
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Soaring ceilingsIntricate woodworkLeaded glass windowsGrand staircase
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Listed by:
Dot Dorso (203)558-3441,
Weichert REALTORS Briotti Group 203-754-5171
Bought with:
Dot Dorso, RES.0774522
Weichert REALTORS Briotti Group
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24130604
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 149.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 12.7
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 241.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 15.7
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 149.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 12.7
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 349.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 21.6
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 139.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 12.9
Den
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 12.5
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Great room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 406.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 31
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Country, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 248 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 16
Library
- Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, French Doors
- Level: Main
- Area: 262.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.7 x 15.7
Other
- Features: High Ceilings
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 191.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.8 x 19.5
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Country, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 59.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.11 x 11.6
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Dressing Room, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 141.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10.11
Sun room
- Features: Bookcases
- Level: Main
- Area: 213.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 20.1
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- In-Law Floorplan
- Basement: Full,Concrete
- Attic: Finished,Floored,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,590
- Total interior livable area: 5,590 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,590
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Garage spaces: 5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 1.15 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Sloped, Historic District
Details
- Parcel number: 1378179
- Zoning: RM
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Medical Facilities
- Subdivision: Hillside
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waterbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $112/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $96,075
- Annual tax amount: $4,321
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Sold | $625,000+4.2%$112/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24130604 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Pending sale | $600,000$107/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24130604 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $600,000+103.4%$107/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24130604 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2018 | Listing removed | $850 |
Source: Dave Jones Realty, LLC #170094458 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2018 | Listed for rent | $850 |
Source: Elite Realty Management, Inc. #170094458 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/1990 | Sold | $295,000$53/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,698 -9% | $104,440 |
| 2024 | $5,164 -8.8% | $104,440 |
| 2023 | $5,660 +32.4% | $104,440 +47.1% |
| 2022 | $4,274 | $70,980 |
| 2021 | $4,274 +0% | $70,980 |
| 2020 | $4,274 0% | $70,980 |
| 2019 | $4,274 | $70,980 |
| 2018 | $4,274 -54.5% | $70,980 -54.5% |
| 2017 | $9,392 -20% | $155,980 -20% |
| 2016 | $11,740 +3.4% | $194,980 |
| 2015 | $11,352 | $194,980 |
| 2014 | $11,352 +2.2% | $194,980 |
| 2013 | $11,110 -14.8% | $194,980 -37.4% |
| 2012 | $13,033 0% | $311,710 |
| 2011 | $13,036 | $311,710 |
| 2010 | $13,036 +4.8% | $311,710 |
| 2009 | $12,443 | $311,710 |
| 2008 | $12,443 +46.5% | $311,710 +98.1% |
| 2005 | $8,493 -2.8% | $157,360 -1.2% |
| 2002 | $8,740 +61.4% | $159,320 +187.7% |
| 2001 | $5,415 | $55,370 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Hillside
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