$949,000
SOLD OCT 2, 2024

70 Limekiln Rd Redding, CT 06896

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,323 Sq Ft
2.05 Acres

Recently Sold

$409 Per Sq Ft

68 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • In Ground Pool
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Redding Elementary School Rated A
  • Antique Architecture
  • Patio

About This Home

As of October 2024

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own the enchanting estate of the iconic & beloved Mary Travers, part of the legendary trio, Peter, Paul & Mary, famous for such songs as the 1963 hit "Puff the Magic Dragon" & "Leaving on a Jet Plane". Mary found peace, tranquility & inspiration in this historic 1730 farmhouse, where she lived from 1966 until her death in 2009. This artistic antique will delight with authentic wide board floors, exposed beams, & 2 original fireplaces, plus magnificent post & beam great room addition with soaring vaulted ceilings, massive stone fireplace, built-in book shelves, & French doors to the "secret gardens". There is beauty to behold in all directions with abundant perennial flowers & mature trees; steps up to the in-ground pool & pool shed; delightful "summer house" with stone fireplace; stone walls, walkways, & more. Total 2,323 sf in the main home with 1st floor primary suite featuring fireplace, full bath, WIC, & French doors opening to a secluded wisteria covered porch with magical views of the recirculating waterfall & pond; plus second floor with 3 additional inviting bedrooms & shared hall bath. The main level also features the bright kitchen with beamed/vaulted ceiling, AGA stove, & whimsical soapstone sink, plus light filled breakfast area, built-ins & adjoining butler's pantry/laundry. This rambling estate also boasts a 1,058 sf, two story, 1 BR guest cottage with kitchen, sitting room & full bath, currently rented. Estate being sold as-is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Ancona

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0770587 Listed on: 06/27/2024

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Karla Murtaugh

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0766790

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,042

Year Built

  • Built in 1730

Lot Details

  • 2.05 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,323 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Vinyl Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Additional Homes

  • Detached Guest House

Schools

  • Redding Elementary School
  • John Read Middle School
  • Joel Barlow High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Private Company Owned Well

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 270265

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,042

Year Built

Built in 1730

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Redding
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Antique, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2323
  • Total Sq Ft: 2323
  • Year Built: 1730
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Rt 53 - Redding Road to Limekiln to #70, turn down Whortleberry to enter private drive.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 70

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Shed, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, Guest House, Stone Wall, French Doors, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Vinyl, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage And Parking: None

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Redding
  • Middle School: John Read
  • High School: Joel Barlow

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.05
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped Rolling
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Parcel #: 270265

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 17042
  • Total Assessed Value: 593400
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.72

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Redding
  • Middle Jr High School: John Read
  • High School: Joel Barlow

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Sold $949,000 0.0% $409 / Sq Ft
09/03/2024 09/03/24 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2024 06/27/24 For Sale $949,000 -- $409 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Laura Ancona

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Laura Ancona

    William Pitt

    (203) 733-7053

    77 in this area

    244 Total Sales

    Laura Ancona
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  • Karla Murtaugh

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Karla Murtaugh

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 856-5534

    24 in this area

    346 Total Sales

    Karla Murtaugh
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24028721

SmartMLS

APN: REDD 00209500

Connecticut Fairfield County Redding 06896

70 Limekiln Rd, Redding, CT

This home is located at 70 Limekiln Rd, Redding, CT 06896 and is currently priced at $949,000, approximately $408 per square foot. This property was built in 1730. 70 Limekiln Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Redding Elementary School, John Read Middle School, and Joel Barlow High School.

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