NOT LISTED FOR SALE

185 Broad St Wethersfield, CT 06109

Estimated Value: $1,890,000

7 Beds
12 Baths
7,529 Sq Ft
$251/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2018

Last sale price $1,800,000 $239 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,235/month

773 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • Property is near golf course and public transit
  • 4-minute walk to Broad Street Green

About This Home

As of June 2018

New price: BRING ALL OFFERS. The owners of the Silas W. Robbins House of 1873 are ready to hear from you! A place of extraordinary beauty and romance, this Victorian mansion stands apart as one of the great period homes in Connecticut. Built for the family of a prominent businessman and now operating as a magnificent 5-7 room Bed-and-Breakfast, this historic treasure is a luxury dream home, or income-producing property, or both. In 2001, a masterful 6-year restoration lavishly transformed its 7,500 sf to create resplendent interiors and ready the home for top-notch 21st century living and function, while preserving its timeless elegance. In an area known for its historic architecture, this masterpiece is an aesthetic tour-de-force.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joelle Bentley

Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0754466 Listed on: 03/01/2016

Higgins Group Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Joelle Bentley

Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0754466 Listed on: 03/01/2016

Higgins Group Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,984

Year Built

  • Built in 1870

Lot Details

  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 7,529 Sq Ft Home
  • Elevator
  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Workshop

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Hatchway
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Hammer Elementary School
  • Silas Deane Middle School
  • Wethersfield High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Property is near golf course and public transit

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,984

Year Built

Built in 1870

Lot Details

1.21 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Victorian
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7529
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 7529
  • Total Sq Ft: 7529
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Exterior architectural refinements include a mansard slate roof w/cast-iron cresting and porte cochere entry while the interiors feature ornate millwork, stenciled ceilings and stained glass. Highlights include a grand foyer and upper hallway with magnif
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 11427
  • Directions: Exit 26 off I-91; turn right then immediately left on Marsh St.; left on Broad to end of historic green. No sign.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Total Bathrooms: 12.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 9
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Full, Hatchway Access, Heated, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, French Doors, Gazebo, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Slate
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Radiant, Radiator, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Extra Insulation, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.2100
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: xx

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 35984
  • Mil Rate Base: 38.540
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 764264

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hammer
  • Middle Jr High School: Silas Deane
  • High School: Wethersfield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2016
Closed on
Jun 1, 2018
Sold by
John F Aforismo Ret 20
Bought by
Silas W Robbins Inn Ll
Seller's Agent
Joelle Bentley
Higgins Group Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joelle Bentley
Higgins Group Real Estate
List Price
$2,195,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$395,000
-18%
Current Estimated Value
$1,890,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,000
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2016
Sold by
Aforismo John F and Aforismo Shireen D
Bought by
John F Aforismo Ret

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2001
Sold by
Meller Charles E and Meller Gail K
Bought by
Aforispro John F and Aforispro Shireen D
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Silas W Robbins Inn Ll $1,500,000 --
John F Aforismo Ret -- --
Aforispro John F $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Aforispro John F $1,500,000
Previous Owner Aforispro John F $500,000
Previous Owner Aforispro John F $765,899
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/01/2018 06/01/18 Sold $1,800,000 -9.8% $239 / Sq Ft
04/13/2018 04/13/18 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2017 07/02/17 Price Changed $1,995,000 -9.1% $265 / Sq Ft
03/01/2016 03/01/16 For Sale $2,195,000 -- $292 / 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 $40,810 $990,060 $110,190 $879,870
2024 $36,033 $833,700 $95,970 $737,730
2023 $34,742 $831,550 $95,970 $735,580
2022 $34,160 $831,550 $95,970 $735,580
2021 $33,819 $831,550 $95,970 $735,580
2020 $33,836 $831,550 $95,970 $735,580
2019 $33,877 $831,550 $95,970 $735,580
2018 $36,898 $904,800 $116,200 $788,600
2017 $35,984 $904,800 $116,200 $788,600
2016 $34,871 $904,800 $116,200 $788,600
2015 $34,554 $904,800 $116,200 $788,600
2014 $33,228 $904,400 $116,200 $788,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99135667

SmartMLS

APN: WETH-000263-000000-000013

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