$458,000
SOLD APR 29, 2025

78 Middle Rd Preston, CT 06365

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,786 Sq Ft
1.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$164 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of April 2025

FABULOUS COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT FOR THIS 3 BEDROOM STRIKING SPLIT LEVEL TUCKED AWAY ON 1.4 ACRES OF PICTURESQUE PRIVACY. THE BRIGHT OPEN FOYER LEADS TO A COZY LIVING ROOM WITH CATHEDRAL CEILINGS. SPACIOUS EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES, BREAKFAST BAR AND PANTRY OPENS TO A GREAT DECK FOR SUMMER GRILLING. 3 BEDROOMS ON THE MAIN LEVEL INCLUDES A PRIMARY SUITE WITH FULL BATH. SPRAWLING LOWER LEVEL FAMILY ROOM FEATURES A BEAUTIFUL FIELDSTONE FIREPLACE AND WET BAR IT'S A WONDERFUL PLACE FOR ENTERTAINING, PLAYROOM OR REC AREA. EXPANSIVE UNFINISHED ROOM ABOVE THE GARAGE BOASTS AN EXCITING SPACE FOR AN IN-LAW SET-UP, UPDATED PRIMARY SUITE OR MANCAVE SPORTS AREA WITH ROOM FOR THE TRENDING GOLF SIMULATOR. PELLET STOVE TO HEAT UP THE ROOMS ON THESE COLD NIGHTS. IMPRESSIVE WORKSHOP NOT TO BE MISSED IN THE DETACHED ADDITIONAL 2 CAR GARAGE. YOUR SEARCH IS OVER THIS IS THE RIGHT HOME FOR YOUR PEACEFUL LIFESTYLE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

BJ Lee

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0758471 Listed on: 02/02/2025

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Collins

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #REB.0794056

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,670

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 1.4 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned R-40

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Split Level Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Pre-Fab Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Unfinished Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Preston Vet's Memorial Elementary School
  • Preston Plains Middle School
  • Norwich Free Academy High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1560229

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,670

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch, Split Level
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1898
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 888
  • Total Sq Ft: 2786
  • Year Built: 1987
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities
  • In Law Access: SECND,GARAG
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: ROUTE 12 TO 2A TO HARRIS FULLER ROAD RIGHT ONTO MIDDLE ROD IMMEDIATE LEFT INTO DRIVEWAY # 78. DRIVEWAY IS BETWEEN 2 BRICK PILLARS
  • Financing Used: VA
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1898
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Garage Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 78

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Porch, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Prefab

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Propane, Other
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Preston Vet's Memorial
  • Middle School: Preston Plains
  • High School: Norwich Free Academy

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.4
  • Lot Description: Treed Level Lot Open Lot
  • Zoning: R-40
  • Parcel #: 1560229

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 5670
  • Total Assessed Value: 242620
  • Mil Rate Total: 23.37

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Preston Vet's Memorial
  • Middle Jr High School: Preston Plains
  • High School: Norwich Free Academy

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2025
Closed on
Apr 24, 2025
Sold by
Gonsalves Alfred H
Bought by
Matthews Jonthan R
Seller's Agent
BJ Lee
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Collins
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$469,500
Sold Price
$458,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-2.45%
Total Days on Market
37
Views
148

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Glander Neil
Bought by
Paul Nicholas W and Paul Carla

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,918
Interest Rate
7.94%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1993
Sold by
Nelson Nels M and Nelson Hazel
Bought by
Glander Neil and Shapiro Jay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,850
Interest Rate
7.47%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $145,000 --
Warranty Deed $145,000 --
Deed $123,500 --
Deed $123,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $144,918 No Value Available
Previous Owner $122,850 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Sold $458,000 -2.4% $164 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2025 02/02/25 For Sale $469,500 -- $169 / 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
2024 $5,670 $242,620 $54,530 $188,090
2023 $5,568 $242,620 $54,530 $188,090
2022 $4,659 $167,100 $47,600 $119,500
2021 $4,502 $167,100 $47,600 $119,500
2020 $4,495 $167,100 $47,600 $119,500
2019 $4,416 $167,100 $47,600 $119,500
2018 $4,350 $167,100 $47,600 $119,500
2017 $4,289 $178,700 $47,600 $131,100
2016 $4,244 $178,700 $47,600 $131,100
2015 $4,110 $178,700 $47,600 $131,100
2014 $4,135 $178,700 $47,600 $131,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • BJ Lee

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    BJ Lee

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (860) 213-2853

    2 in this area

    156 Total Sales

    BJ Lee
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  • Mary Collins

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Mary Collins

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    (860) 336-6677

    1 in this area

    171 Total Sales

    Mary Collins
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24072310

SmartMLS

APN: PRES-000220-M000001ID000078

Connecticut New London County Preston 06365

78 Middle Rd, Preston, CT

This home is located at 78 Middle Rd, Preston, CT 06365 and is currently priced at $458,000, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1987. 78 Middle Rd is a home located in New London County with nearby schools including Integrated Day Charter School and St. Bernard School.

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