NOT LISTED FOR SALE

181 Rope Ferry Rd Waterford, CT 06385

Waterford Area
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,491 Sq Ft
0.45 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 20, 2026

Last sale price $440,000 $295 Per Sq Ft

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Bonus Room
  • Waterford High School Rated A-
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of May 2026

Beautifully restored and maintained, this circa 1800's 4BR 2 Bath colonial farmhouse offers a perfect blend of historic New England charm, classic style and modern comfort, all in a prime location! Great setup with a possible 1st Floor Bedroom (currently used as an office) and full bath with laundry. Gleaming HW flooring, custom designed kitchen with granite, SS appliances & breakfast bar. LR with gas fireplace. Amazing two-car detached garage with great bones & incredible potential for additional living/entertainment space above! You'll fall in love with the expansive backyard, which is ideal for gardening, summer games, or simply relaxing around the firepit. Located just minutes from Waterford Beach, Harkness Memorial State Park, and beautiful downtown Niantic, you'll have easy access to some of Connecticut's most beloved shoreline destinations. Close to shopping, dining, and all local conveniences.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Erin Pepas

RE/MAX on the Bay Brokerage Phone: (860) 961-3996 License #REB.0792942 Listed on: 04/14/2026

RE/MAX on the Bay

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Czaja

CENTURY 21 Shutters & Sails License #RES.0813656

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,100

Year Built

  • Built in 1840

Lot Details

  • 19,602 Sq Ft Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned R-40

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,491 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Smart Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Hatchway
  • Dirt Floor

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Locks
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • Clark Lane Middle School
  • Waterford High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 60 Gallon+ Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • Property is near golf course and shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1587607

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,100

Year Built

Built in 1840

Lot Details

0.45 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1491
  • Total Sq Ft: 1491
  • Year Built: 1840
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Pool, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly-Spithead Rd to Rope ferry Rd.
  • Financing Used: VA
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Office Attribution Contact: (860) 739-0888
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Hatchway Access, Dirt Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 1st Floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Appliances, Lighting, Lock(s), Security System, Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Lighting, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights Water Community Harbor Access
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 80 Gallon Tank, Upright Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.45
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Cleared
  • Zoning: R-40
  • Parcel #: 1587607

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 5100

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Clark Lane
  • High School: Waterford

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2026
Closed on
May 19, 2026
Sold by
Brouillard Ryan
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Erin Pepas
RE/MAX on the Bay
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Czaja
CENTURY 21 Shutters & Sails
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.76%
Views
122

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2010
Sold by
Ponder Anna R Est and Ponder
Bought by
Cardoza Alison
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$440,000 --
Cardoza Alison $110,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $56,800
Previous Owner Brouillard Bryan J $166,400
Previous Owner Ponder Anna $18,540
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/20/2026 05/20/26 Sold $440,000 +4.8% $295 / Sq Ft
05/20/2026 05/20/26 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2026 04/17/26 For Sale $420,000 +47.4% $282 / Sq Ft
01/31/2022 01/31/22 Sold $285,000 -1.7% $178 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/06/2022 01/06/22 Price Changed $289,900 -3.3% $181 / Sq Ft
12/02/2021 12/02/21 Price Changed $299,900 -6.3% $187 / Sq Ft
10/28/2021 10/28/21 For Sale $319,900 -- $200 / Sq Ft
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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 $5,100 $218,340 $100,850 $117,490
2024 $4,869 $218,340 $100,850 $117,490
2023 $4,629 $218,340 $100,850 $117,490
2022 $4,402 $159,730 $80,390 $79,340
2021 $4,415 $159,730 $80,390 $79,340
2020 $4,452 $159,730 $80,390 $79,340
2019 $4,469 $159,730 $80,390 $79,340
2018 $4,380 $159,730 $80,390 $79,340
2017 $4,829 $178,660 $102,310 $76,350
2016 $4,785 $178,660 $102,310 $76,350
2015 $4,615 $178,660 $102,310 $76,350
2014 $4,615 $178,660 $102,310 $76,350
Source: Public Records

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Map

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MLS Number: 24164677

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APN: WATE 0654400

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