256 Nichols Ave Shelton, CT 06484
Estimated payment $3,692/month
Highlights
- Barn
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 2 Fireplaces
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- Wrap Around Porch
About This Home
Experience the charm of this beautiful antique Colonial home located in Huntington at 256 Nichols Avenue, on a picturesque, park-like grounds, complete with a small barn, gardening shed, and elegant stonework. This residence combines classic historic features with modern updates, showcasing solid mechanics and evident pride of ownership. Original wide plank floors grace the living room, dining room, and lower-level bedroom, while exposed beams throughout the home highlight its timeless appeal. The warm, inviting country kitchen features a cathedral ceiling and a large skylight, flooding the space with natural light. Cozy fireplaces enhance both the living and dining rooms, one with a gas log and the other with a wood-burning stove insert. The primary bedroom on the main floor boasts a charming brick fireplace. The expansive, partially covered wrap-around porch offers an ideal spot for outdoor entertaining, and the backyard feels like a private park.
Listing Agent
Real Estate Two Brokerage Phone: (203) 314-2981 License #RES.0820846 Listed on: 02/02/2026
Co-Listing Agent
Real Estate Two Brokerage Phone: (203) 314-2981 License #RES.0799488
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,366
Year Built
- Built in 1719
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Ridge Vents on the Roof
- Wood Siding
- Clap Board Siding
- Cedar Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,941 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 2 Fireplaces
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Thermal Windows
- Concrete Flooring
- Walkup Attic
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
- Wrap Around Porch
Schools
- Booth Hill Elementary School
- Shelton Middle School
- Perry Hill Middle School
- Shelton High School
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Power Generator
- Private Company Owned Well
- Oil Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- 40,075 Sq Ft Lot
- Barn
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 295723
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,366 | $285,110 | $112,000 | $173,110 |
| 2024 | $5,468 | $285,110 | $112,000 | $173,110 |
| 2023 | $4,981 | $285,110 | $112,000 | $173,110 |
| 2022 | $4,981 | $285,110 | $112,000 | $173,110 |
| 2021 | $4,534 | $205,800 | $57,890 | $147,910 |
| 2020 | $4,614 | $205,800 | $57,890 | $147,910 |
| 2019 | $4,614 | $205,800 | $57,890 | $147,910 |
| 2017 | $4,571 | $205,800 | $57,890 | $147,910 |
| 2015 | $4,743 | $212,590 | $61,880 | $150,710 |
| 2014 | $4,743 | $212,590 | $61,880 | $150,710 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 04/21/26 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -3.2% | $309 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/11/2026 03/11/26 | Price Changed | $619,000 | -1.0% | $319 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/02/2026 02/02/26 | For Sale | $625,000 | +25.0% | $322 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/01/2022 06/01/22 | Sold | $500,000 | +4.2% | $258 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/09/2022 05/09/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/01/2022 04/01/22 | For Sale | $479,900 | -- | $247 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $500,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $500,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $450,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $450,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | No Value Available |
About the Listing Agent
After 22 years in the Interior Design industry, I decided to follow my dreams and become a Real Estate Agent. I worked with countless clients, helping them make their environments their own, and now I want to help you with finding your ideal home.
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 24151757
APN: SHEL-000035-000000-000079
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