
296 Newton Rd Northfield, CT 06778
Estimated Value: $517,000 - $567,000
Highlights
- Barn
- Cape Cod Architecture
- 1 Fireplace
- Center School Rated A-
- Attic
- Enclosed patio or porch
About This Home
As of September 2023Welcome to the Elijah Marsh House, a charming c.1764 Cape, landscaped with remarkable specimen trees and plants. The property & grounds create a picture book setting. Elijah Marsh was the grandson of John Marsh one of the founders of Litchfield. It was the site of the Campville Diary from 1916-1949. Step inside to an open floor plan, with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy Living Room has built-in cabinetry and beamed ceilings. The open Dining Room/Kitchen provides a comfortable area to cook, entertain and enjoy your company and has a walk-in pantry. The Library/Study can also be used as a main floor Bedroom complete with double closets. Also on this floor is a full bath, laundry room and a large, sunken family room with a gas fireplace and French doors that lead to a wonderful brick terrace. Upstairs includes two bedrooms and a full bath. There are two enclosed cozy porches with divided light windows, perfect for gardening tools or a "snug" to catch up on your reading. The detached barn/garage has wonderful character and includes a side attached shed. Less than 10 minutes to the village of Litchfield, close to Rt. 8 and 2hrs. to NYC. This is country living at its best. Don't miss this opportunity and all that the northwest hills has to offer, hiking, shopping, vineyards, horseback riding, skiing and so much more! SELLER to find house of choosing.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0782182 Listed on: 03/27/2023

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,362
Year Built
- Built in 1764
Lot Details
- 0.93 Acre Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned RR
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Clap Board Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,751 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Partial Basement
- Crawl Space
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Shed
Schools
- Center Elementary School
Farming
- Barn
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Private Company Owned Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 819647
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Similar Home in Northfield, CT
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Wright Karen L | $520,000 | None Available | |
Jones William | $380,000 | -- | |
Macmaster Pam | $290,000 | -- | |
Condon Jeff | $157,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | Jones Carol | $266,300 | |
Previous Owner | Jones Carol | $263,454 | |
Previous Owner | Condon Jeff | $259,200 | |
Previous Owner | Condon Jeff | $190,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/06/2023 09/06/23 | Sold | $520,000 | +7.2% | $297 / Sq Ft |
04/14/2023 04/14/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/31/2023 03/31/23 | For Sale | $485,000 | +27.6% | $277 / Sq Ft |
04/30/2014 04/30/14 | Sold | $380,000 | -2.5% | $206 / Sq Ft |
02/21/2014 02/21/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/13/2013 08/13/13 | For Sale | $389,900 | -- | $211 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $5,655 | $305,700 | $53,940 | $251,760 |
2023 | $5,362 | $200,830 | $46,190 | $154,640 |
2022 | $5,382 | $200,830 | $46,190 | $154,640 |
2021 | $5,543 | $200,830 | $46,190 | $154,640 |
2020 | $5,563 | $200,830 | $46,190 | $154,640 |
2019 | $5,663 | $200,830 | $46,190 | $154,640 |
2018 | $4,685 | $169,140 | $49,250 | $119,890 |
2017 | $4,668 | $169,140 | $49,250 | $119,890 |
2016 | $4,516 | $169,140 | $49,250 | $119,890 |
2015 | -- | $169,140 | $49,250 | $119,890 |
2014 | $4,262 | $169,140 | $49,250 | $119,890 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
JANE HINKEL
William Pitt
(860) 459-0718
32 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Maria Pinheiro
RE/MAX
(203) 982-1187
3 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2014
Suzanne Doyle
William Pitt
(860) 868-6924
-
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Christina Scigulinsky
Coldwell Banker Realty
(860) 906-7726
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170555676

APN: LITC-000053-000005-000004A
- 22 Lazo Dr
- 73 Mcbride Rd
- 115 Mcbride Rd
- 0 Northfield Rd
- 59 Campville Hill Rd
- 604 Wildcat Hill Rd
- 137 Buell Rd
- Lot 2 Birch Hill Rd
- 34 Old Northfield Rd
- 93 Northfield Rd
- 7 Old Highway Rd
- 0 Wheeler Rd
- 104 Wildcat Hill Rd
- 264 E Litchfield Rd
- 798 High Street Extension
- 645 Fenn Rd
- 13 Turner Rd
- 544 Litchfield Rd
- 25 Spruce Dr
- 225 Michelle Ln S