$593,000
SOLD AUG 22, 2025

18 Chestnut Hill Rd West Simsbury, CT 06092

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,636 Sq Ft
0.78 Acres

Recently Sold

$225 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Tootin' Hills School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 18 Chestnut Hill Road, where charm, updates, and outdoor beauty come together in a truly special West Simsbury setting. This 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home offers 2,626 square feet of living space & thoughtful upgrades throughout. Step inside to a bright living room w/ brand-new picture windows (2024) and a double-sided wood-burning fireplace that flows into the dining area. The remodeled kitchen features natural gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, & a lovely eat-in area w/ sliders to the beautiful composite deck (2019). The spacious primary suite includes a remodeled bath & large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms-two on the main level & one on the garden level--offer flexibility for any lifestyle. Relax and unwind in the family room anchored by a stunning oak gas fireplace (2021) and featuring a custom bar area. Just off the family room is a mudroom w/ direct walkout access to the fenced backyard area- ideal for letting pets out with ease. Outside, the setting is something special. The newer composite deck creates the ideal space for grilling, relaxing, and entertaining. The fenced area is beautifully landscaped with flowering gardens and fruit trees, a firepit, a peaceful koi pond, and a greenhouse ready for year-round growing. The yard connects directly to the Farmington River Trail, providing instant access to scenic paths for walking, jogging, or biking right from your backyard. Sought-after Mountain Farms neighborhood & Tootin' Hills school district.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Mendes

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0767869 Listed on: 07/03/2025

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Co-Listed By

Jennifer Petron

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0781861

Last Buyer's Agent

Amber Fischer

Lewis Real Estate Services License #RES.0809615

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,888

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 0.78 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R40OS

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Tootin' Hills Elementary School
  • Henry James Middle School
  • Simsbury High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 700975

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,888

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Simsbury
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1832
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 804
  • Total Sq Ft: 2636
  • Year Built: 1968
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: West Mountain Rd to Chestnut Hill
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1832
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Separate laundry area off family room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 18

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Underground Utilities, Shed, Fruit Trees, Wrap Around Deck, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Tootin' Hills
  • Middle School: Henry James
  • High School: Simsbury

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.78
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded
  • Zoning: R40OS
  • Parcel #: 700975

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 8888
  • Total Assessed Value: 260190
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.16

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tootin' Hills
  • Middle Jr High School: Henry James
  • High School: Simsbury

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 3, 2025
Closed on
Aug 18, 2025
Sold by
Howard David J and Howard Karen J
Bought by
Sokolski Mark L
Seller's Agent
Karen Mendes
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Amber Fischer
Lewis Real Estate Services
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$593,000
Premium/Discount to List
$44,000
8.01%
Views
49

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-63.50%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2020
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Leighton Adam W and Leighton Susanne M
Bought by
Howard David J and Howard Karen J
Seller's Agent
Carole Margolis
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Kramberg
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$332,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$67,400
-16.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2005
Sold by
Maza Ileana V
Bought by
Leighton Adam W and Leighton Susanne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.95%
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
Warranty Deed $593,000 --
Warranty Deed $332,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $332,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $340,000 --
Warranty Deed $340,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $210,110 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $225,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $225,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Sold $593,000 +8.0% $225 / Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2025 07/12/25 For Sale $549,000 +65.1% $208 / Sq Ft
11/30/2020 11/30/20 Sold $332,500 -2.2% $126 / Sq Ft
11/05/2020 11/05/20 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2020 10/29/20 Price Changed $339,900 -15.0% $129 / Sq Ft
10/29/2020 10/29/20 For Sale $399,900 -- $152 / 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 $8,888 $260,190 $81,480 $178,710
2024 $8,667 $260,190 $81,480 $178,710
2023 $8,279 $260,190 $81,480 $178,710
2022 $8,205 $212,390 $88,460 $123,930
2021 $8,205 $212,390 $88,460 $123,930
2020 $7,878 $212,390 $88,460 $123,930
2019 $7,926 $212,390 $88,460 $123,930
2018 $7,984 $212,390 $88,460 $123,930
2017 $7,524 $194,120 $86,700 $107,420
2016 $7,206 $194,120 $86,700 $107,420
2015 $7,206 $194,120 $86,700 $107,420
2014 $7,210 $194,120 $86,700 $107,420
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24107050

SmartMLS

APN: SIMS-000015B-000303-000166