$1,650,000
SOLD FEB 17, 2026

143 Dorman Rd Oxford, CT 06478

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,857 Sq Ft
1,089,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$241 Per Sq Ft

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • 25 Acre Lot
  • Viking Appliances

About This Home

As of February 2026

An exceptional private estate set on 25 pastoral acres, custom designed and built with timeless Victorian influences and uncompromising attention to detail. Offering 6,800 square feet of living space, the quality of construction is immediately evident and complemented by sweeping views across the spectacular grounds. The arrival is striking, featuring a stone bridge, manicured landscaping, a tranquil pond, and a circular driveway with covered portico. Inside, extraordinary finishes are paired with thoughtfully designed, functional living spaces offering an abundance of amenities. The kitchen features ample cabinetry, farmhouse sink, pellet stove, Sub-Zero, Viking range, an expansive walk-in pantry and dining area. Additional highlights include a formal dining room with built-ins, spacious living room with wet bar and gas fireplace, hardwood floors with detailed inlays, high-end millwork, and an elevator serving all four levels. The main level also includes a private office, playroom, four-season room, and powder room. The primary suite offers a fireplace, dressing and sitting rooms, walk-in closet, spa-like bath with soaking tub and custom built-ins. Additional bedrooms include two sharing a bath, one en-suite, plus a bonus room. A separate in-law apartment or guest quarters features a combined kitchen and living area, bedroom, and bathroom. The finished third level offers a spacious game/recreation room, versatile flex space, and storage room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Newnham

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l Brokerage Phone: (203) 994-4123 License #REB.0758034 Listed on: 01/01/2026

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Penny Oudheusden

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0835544

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,454

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 25 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RESA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 6,857 Sq Ft Home
  • Elevator
  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Viking Appliances
  • Farmhouse Sink

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Pool Slide
  • Vinyl Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Porch

Schools

  • Oxford High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Heating system powered by active solar
  • Property is near golf course

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: As per inclusion/exclusion addendum
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1306910

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,454

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

25 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Governor's Hill
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6857
  • Total Sq Ft: 6857
  • Year Built: 1990
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • In Law Access: Over Garage
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Extensive use of balconies, porches, and French doors enhances seamless indoor-outdoor living, ideal for entertaining. Outdoor amenities include a pool, outdoor pizza oven, gazebo, established garden areas, and an impressive pond suitable for kayaking or rowing. Potential horse property. Additional features include SolarCity solar panels and a Generac whole-house generator. Ideally located near restaurants, shopping, golf, and recreational destinations including Jackson Cove, Kettletown State Park, and Southford Falls, with convenient access to I-84 and Route 8. Approximately 80 miles to NYC. A rare offering in an idyllic setting.
  • Exclusions: As per inclusion/exclusion addendum
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: **Route 67 to Governors Hill Road to Dorman Rd follow #s to 143. Driveway is near Highland Rd (off Dorman). NO SIGN. Mail boxes 143/145. Follow long shared driveway to end. *Not GPS friendly. Property access is ONLY off Dorman Rd.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Street Type: Road
  • Office Attribution Contact: (203) 796-7700
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Heated, Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Staff Quarters
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Underground Utilities, Gazebo, Porch, Garden Area, Lighting, French Doors, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond View
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Slide, Vinyl, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 3
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Active Solar, Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 25
  • Lot Description: Secluded Level Lot Sloping Lot Professionally Landscaped Water View Open Lot
  • Zoning: RESA
  • Parcel #: 1306910

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 25454

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2023
Sold by
Dlwr Realty Llc
Bought by
Fuchs Daniella L and Welchselblatt Jeffrey H

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2021
Closed on
Jul 19, 2021
Sold by
Archer Teri A
Bought by
Fuchs Daniella I and Wechselblatt Jeffrey H
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Newnham
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Andrea Swiedler
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.76%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2021
Closed on
Jul 13, 2021
Sold by
Archer Teri A
Bought by
Archer Walter R
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Newnham
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Andrea Swiedler
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2014
Sold by
Dorman Properties Llc
Bought by
Dorman Properties Llc
Source: Public Records

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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 -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $1,500,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,500,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,200,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $187,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $191,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/17/2026 02/17/26 Sold $1,650,000 0.0% $241 / Sq Ft
02/07/2026 02/07/26 Pending -- -- --
01/01/2026 01/01/26 For Sale $1,650,000 +10.0% $241 / Sq Ft
07/19/2021 07/19/21 Sold $1,500,000 0.0% $219 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/01/2021 07/01/21 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2021 05/09/21 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $219 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $25,454 $1,272,040 $214,060 $1,057,980
2024 $22,873 $886,200 $223,400 $662,800
2023 $21,721 $886,200 $223,400 $662,800
2022 $23,351 $958,600 $223,400 $735,200
2021 $25,116 $1,092,000 $288,900 $803,100
2020 $26,899 $1,128,300 $338,200 $790,100
2019 $26,899 $1,128,300 $338,200 $790,100
2018 $26,007 $1,128,300 $338,200 $790,100
2017 $25,060 $1,128,300 $338,200 $790,100
2016 $27,316 $1,128,300 $338,200 $790,100
2015 $29,058 $1,164,200 $338,100 $826,100
2014 $28,954 $1,164,200 $338,100 $826,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24146688

SmartMLS

APN: OXFO-000028-000065-000005-000001

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