$415,000
SOLD OCT 10, 2025

137 Route 2a Preston, CT 06365

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,858 Sq Ft
0.82 Acres

Recently Sold

$145 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

124 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Covered Deck
  • Attic
  • Fruit Trees
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of October 2025

Back on the market !!! The buyer was unable to secure financing. Charming Victorian Home in Historic Poquetanuck Village nestled along picturesque Poquetanuck Cove. This 2,858 sq. ft. Victorian masterpiece situated on 0.82 acres combines timeless elegance with modern comforts. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and stunning water views, this home offers renovated kitchen with French country style and Victorian-era elements, like open shelving and farmhouse sink.Beautiful hardwood floors throughout and intricate custom woodwork. Upgraded major systems: new heating oil boiler, hybrid hot water heater, well pressure tank, septic tank, oil tank. The property also includes 0.82 acres of spacious outdoor area perfect for gardening and entertaining. Current owners would prefer to sell this home fully furnished. It's a turnkey opportunity, ideal for a family home or Airbnb rental with prime location between two casinos. With a recent $3.46M grant for local improvements like new sidewalks, this historic property offers even more potential as the village grows. Don't miss the chance to own this historical treasure, where every detail tells a story.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Renata Jocaite

eXp Realty Brokerage Phone: (860) 884-0528 License #RES.0806132 Listed on: 05/03/2025

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Ruel

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0761742

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,732

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 0.82 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-40

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,858 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Farmhouse Sink

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1560136

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,732

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Poquetanuck
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Victorian, Other
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2858
  • Total Sq Ft: 2858
  • Year Built: 1880
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: turn onto route 2a, property is right next to the old Brookside Cafe.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Office Attribution Contact: (866) 828-3951
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Hatchway
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Deck, Gutters, Garden Area, Covered Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Brick, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Brook River
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Steam
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.82
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded Historic District Water View
  • Zoning: R-40
  • Parcel #: 1560136

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 4732

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2016
Closed on
Feb 7, 2017
Sold by
Baron John D
Bought by
Period Preservations L
Seller's Agent
Mary Laroux
Vision Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bill Champagne
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-6.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.93%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2016
Closed on
Dec 14, 2016
Sold by
Wadsworth John R
Bought by
Baron John D
Seller's Agent
Mary Laroux
Vision Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bill Champagne
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-6.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1963
Bought by
Wadsworth-Rogers Betty
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Executors Deed $150,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $47,400 No Value Available
Previous Owner $405,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $17,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Sold $415,000 -5.4% $145 / Sq Ft
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Pending -- -- --
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Price Changed $438,900 -2.5% $154 / Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 For Sale $450,000 0.0% $157 / Sq Ft
05/18/2025 05/18/25 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2025 05/10/25 For Sale $450,000 +28.6% $157 / Sq Ft
04/20/2022 04/20/22 Sold $350,000 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/20/2022 04/20/22 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2022 02/04/22 For Sale $349,900 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft
08/20/2019 08/20/19 Rented $1,800 0.0% --
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Under Contract -- -- --
07/14/2019 07/14/19 For Rent $1,800 0.0% --
12/13/2016 12/13/16 Sold $150,000 -6.2% $51 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/20/2016 09/20/16 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2016 03/31/16 For Sale $159,900 -- $55 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $4,732 $188,440 $46,690 $141,750
2024 $4,404 $188,440 $46,690 $141,750
2023 $4,325 $188,440 $46,690 $141,750
2022 $4,854 $174,100 $38,200 $135,900
2021 $4,690 $174,100 $38,200 $135,900
2020 $4,683 $174,100 $38,200 $135,900
2019 $3,938 $149,000 $38,200 $110,800
2018 $3,433 $131,900 $38,200 $93,700
2017 $3,490 $145,400 $39,300 $106,100
2016 $3,453 $145,400 $39,300 $106,100
2015 $3,344 $145,400 $39,300 $106,100
2014 $3,365 $145,400 $39,300 $106,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24090505

SmartMLS

APN: PRES-000220-A000002-000137