248 Main Street

Durham, CT 06422

$595,000 PRICE
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,417 Sqft
0.5 Acres
1745 Built

Restored to perfection in 1969 and updated by the current owners, this cherished post and beam center chimney Colonial is stylish and well-appointed, blending warmth and classic elegance with modern comforts. Its spacious and light-drenched interiors total 2, 417 sf, and offer 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a custom-built mudroom, and abundant storage throughout. Gathering spaces, each with working fireplace and paneling, include the family room and study/dining room, and cook's kitchen with soapstone counters, Miele induction range, Perrin and Rowe gooseneck faucet, Shaw's sink, and pantry. Located on the main floor at the rear of the home is one of two en-suite bedrooms, with its own fireplace and dressing room. Original antique details abound with hand-hewn timbers and chiseled millwork, wide-plank floors, custom cabinetry, beautiful 8 over 12 windows, and 6 working fireplaces. Two staircases lead to 3 additional large bedrooms on the 2nd floor, a bathroom with custom built-in laundry with Miele washer/dryer, and a second en-suite with luxe marble bathroom and twin closets. The front stairwell leads to the walk-up attic for additional storage or future finished space. Set on a deep, level and private lot, the home rewards with breathtaking sunsets and views of Beseck Mountain. Multiple outdoor areas are yours to explore; relax on the covered porch; entertain on the terraced bluestone patio, or keep warm by the fire pit. Don't miss floor plans in photo gallery.

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACRES: 0.5
ATTIC DESCRIPTION: Storage Space, Floored, Walk-up
BASEMENT DESCRIPTION: Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Hatchway Access, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Hatchway
GARAGE: Attached Garage
GARAGE COUNT: 1
HIGH SCHOOL: Coginchaug
IS OCCUPIED?: Owner
LIVING AREA SQFT: 2,417
MIDDLE SCHOOL: Memorial
PROPERTY TAX: $8,254
SEWER: Septic
STYLE: Colonial, Antique
TAX AMOUNT: $8,254
YEAR BUILT: 1745
YEAR BUILT DETAILS: Public Records
ZONING: MR

AMENITIES

Health Club
Library
Medical Facilities
Park
Playground/Tot Lot
Private School(s)
Stables/Riding
Cable - Available
Auto Garage Door Opener

INTERIOR FEATURES

AIR CONDITIONING: Window Unit
APPLIANCES INCLUDED: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
ATTIC: Yes
BEDS: 4
COOLING: Window Unit
FIREPLACES: 6
FULL BATHS: 3
FURNACE TYPE: Natural Gas
HEAT: Natural Gas
HEAT FUEL: Natural Gas
HOT WATER: Other
LAUNDRY ROOM: Upper Level
LAUNDRY ROOM ACCESS: Located in full bathroom on second floor
ROOMS: 8
TOTAL BATHS: 3

EXTERIOR FEATURES

EXTERIOR FEATURES: Sidewalk,Shed,Fruit Trees,Porch,Gutters,Garden Area,Stone Wall,Patio
EXTERIOR SIDING: Clapboard, Wood
HOUSE COLOR: Ivory
ROOF: Asphalt Shingle

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Location for 248 Main Street, Durham, CT

Schools for 248 Main Street, Durham, CT

Our community offers residents access to a number of fine private and public schools for all grade levels. Please read below for information on each of the schools in our area.

Elementary School
Brewster/Lyman
Middle School
Frank Ward Strong School
191 Main Street
Durham, CT 06422

Grades: 6-8
(860) 349-7222
High School
Coginchaug Regional High School
135 Pickett Lane
Durham, CT 06422

Grades: 9-12
(860) 349-7215

Private Schools

SCHOOL	LOCATION	GRADE
Lake Grove-Durham School	459r Wallingford Road, Durham, CT, 06422	UG*
Rushford Academy School	459 Wallingford Road, Durham, CT, 06422	9-11
The Independent Day School	115 Laurel Brook Road, Middlefield, CT, 06455	PK-8
Dolphin Days	9 Ozick Drive, Durham, CT, 06422	PK-K
Middlefield Children's Center	Po Box 441, Middlefield, CT, 06455	PK-K
Little People's House	616 Long Hill Road, Middletown, CT, 06457	PK-K
Mercy High School	1740 Randolph Road, Middletown, CT, 06457	9-12
Creative Beginnings Learning Center	3 Technology Drive, Wallingford, CT, 06492	PK-K
Bristol-Myers Squibb Cdc	7 Research Parkway, Wallingford, CT, 06492	PK-K
Child Dev Center at Bristol	7 Research Pkwy, Wallingford, CT, 06492	PK-K
Lake Grove-Durham School	459r Wallingford Road, Durham, CT, 06422	UG*
Rushford Academy School	459 Wallingford Road, Durham, CT, 06422	9-11
The Independent Day School	115 Laurel Brook Road, Middlefield, CT, 06455	PK-8
Dolphin Days	9 Ozick Drive, Durham, CT, 06422	PK-K
Middlefield Children's Center	Po Box 441, Middlefield, CT, 06455	PK-K
Little People's House	616 Long Hill Road, Middletown, CT, 06457	PK-K
Mercy High School	1740 Randolph Road, Middletown, CT, 06457	9-12
Creative Beginnings Learning Center	3 Technology Drive, Wallingford, CT, 06492	PK-K
Bristol-Myers Squibb Cdc	7 Research Parkway, Wallingford, CT, 06492	PK-K
Child Dev Center at Bristol	7 Research Pkwy, Wallingford, CT, 06492	PK-K

*UG = ungraded.
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