Perched over the CT River on one of the largest lots on Main, the David Watrous House offers water views from each room. This 1850 architectural treasure offers over 4,000 square feet of living space, plus an additional 1,500+ square foot walkout lower level. A detached oversized 3-bay post-and-beam carriage house offers exceptional workshop/studio space, stained glass windows and crowned by a copper cupola with antique weathervane. A side porch entry leads to chef's kitchen with handcrafted Vermont solid cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, a tin ceiling and dramatic 10-foot island. Formal dining with antique chandelier and fireplace make for elevated home entertaining. The dramatic riverfront great room with wall-to-wall windows, a river-facing 2nd kitchen, fireplace, and expansive deck captures ever-changing water views. A den, living room, office with cherry built-ins, 10+ foot ceilings and full bath offer flexibility on 1st flr. Upstairs, restored original chestnut floors lead to multiple living spaces, full laundry, a 3rd kitchen and a primary suite with gas fireplace with marble en suite. Recent upgrades include new windows, patio, driveway, refreshed landscaping, Buderus furnace, upgraded 400-amp electrical, restored chimneys, whole-house generator, and updated roofing. Stone pathways lead to private riverside seating areas for amazing sunsets. Rare chance to claim a home of notable architectural significance with recognized press coverage.
For sale
$1,600,000
77 Main Street, East Haddam, CT 06423
4beds
4,070sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
0.87 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$393/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Side porch entryExpansive deckRestored original chestnut floorsStained glass windowsTin ceilingStainless appliancesFull laundry
- 40 days |
- 1,709 |
- 84 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sacha Armstrong (860)538-7778,
William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty 860-682-9991
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24178395
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Gas Log Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Great room
- Features: Fireplace, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor, Marble Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, High Ceilings, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Study
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,070
- Total interior livable area: 4,070 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,070
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Detached, Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Private
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Access
Lot
- Size: 0.87 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Rolling Slope, Open Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 969926
- Zoning: EHVD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: East Haddam
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $393/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $675,280
- Annual tax amount: $18,948
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+433.3%$393/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24085093 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/1995 | Sold | $300,000-25%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/1995 | Sold | $400,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,948 +4.9% | $675,280 |
| 2024 | $18,070 +3.9% | $675,280 |
| 2023 | $17,388 +25.7% | $675,280 +55.2% |
| 2022 | $13,830 +4.4% | $435,040 |
| 2021 | $13,243 | $435,040 |
| 2020 | $13,243 | $435,040 |
| 2019 | $13,243 +2.6% | $435,040 |
| 2018 | $12,903 -17.7% | $435,040 -17.9% |
| 2017 | $15,669 +3.1% | $529,720 |
| 2015 | $15,192 +2.8% | $529,720 0% |
| 2014 | $14,780 +7.3% | $529,760 |
| 2013 | $13,779 +18.1% | $529,760 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $11,669 +2.5% | $542,220 |
| 2011 | $11,387 +0.6% | $542,220 |
| 2010 | $11,316 +1.6% | $542,220 |
| 2009 | $11,143 -8% | $542,220 -8% |
| 2008 | $12,108 +21% | $589,200 +63.5% |
| 2007 | $10,010 +2% | $360,320 |
| 2006 | $9,812 +3.3% | $360,320 -0.3% |
| 2005 | $9,498 +3.7% | $361,400 |
| 2004 | $9,161 -27.3% | $361,400 -30% |
| 2003 | $12,602 +34.5% | $516,280 +64.9% |
| 2001 | $9,371 -12% | $313,100 -26% |
| 1995 | $10,643 | $422,830 |
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Neighborhood: 06423
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- 6/10East Haddam Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Nathan Hale-Ray Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 6/10Nathan Hale-Ray High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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