239 Main St
Durham, CT 06422
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,803 sqft
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,803 sqft
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Description
18TH CENTRUY CHARM The stately Moses Austin House circa approximately 1700 served as the home of Ebenezer Steadman, than modified and occupied by the family of Moses Austin, this home has maintained is unique charm throughout time and offers the potential buyer a true structure of American History. Located in Durham's stunning Historic District, within walking distance to shops, town amenities including farmers market, public library, schools, fairgrounds and much much more. The Moses Austin House offers 18th century detail throughout, including large prominent beams, wide-board hardwood floors, molding, multiple large brownstone fireplaces, and beehive ovens. After Moses Austin left Durham, and migrated to Texas to eventually have Austin Texas named after his family, the home continues to have a rich history of additions, and changes to this day. It was used at one point in the early 20th as the Durham Post office. With a brand new roof on the main home and the garage, and a private fenced in back yard you have privacy yet you're in the heart of town. The interior offers modern amenities mixed with a sense of preserved history. With 2 oversized bedrooms, a3rd bedroom and a shared walk in closet area on the second floor, and the possibility of a first floor master suite or home office space, the possibilities are endless in how to utilize this space with expansive views of the historic Main Street. A home with a unique and rich history such as this rarely comes around
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Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
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Home Details for 239 Main St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard, OilHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 9 |
Appliances & Utilities DryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodPatio |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1704Year Updated: 1704 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 10454 sqft |
Price History for 239 Main St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2020 | $249,900 | Sold | Smart MLS #170289567 |
| 08/17/2020 | $249,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 08/14/2020 | $249,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/09/2020 | $264,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 05/01/2020 | $274,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 10/04/2019 | $289,999 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 12/01/2013 | $299,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 01/29/2013 | $1,550 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 01/29/2013 | $299,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 12/12/2012 | $1,550 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 12/02/2012 | $1,650 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 12/02/2012 | $300,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 07/18/2012 | $300,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 02/23/2012 | $325,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 12/17/2010 | $325,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 07/24/2010 | $325,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 02/09/2010 | $350,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/19/2009 | $369,400 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 10/16/2008 | $399,900 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 08/23/2008 | $399,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/25/2008 | $464,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/21/2008 | $464,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/23/2007 | $500,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 04/24/1995 | $170,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $7,514 |
| Assessment | $200,970 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 239 Main St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.05 | Single-Family Home | $665,000 | 06/18/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,417 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $565,000 | 02/26/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,853 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $475,000 | 09/26/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,459 | |
0.75 | Single-Family Home | $495,000 | 08/14/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,780 | |
0.71 | Single-Family Home | $315,000 | 09/19/25 | 4 | 1 | 1,529 | |
0.93 | Single-Family Home | $355,000 | 07/03/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,338 | |
0.79 | Single-Family Home | $250,000 | 11/20/25 | 3 | 1 | 924 | |
0.72 | Single-Family Home | $560,000 | 06/12/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,446 | |
1.07 | Single-Family Home | $415,000 | 05/28/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,606 | |
1.15 | Single-Family Home | $365,000 | 01/15/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 2,412 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 239 Main St.
- Coginchaug Regional High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 384 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAnd today I read, again, that more than half do not meet State standards in English, and not only that, but the results are the worst in six years for the remaining subjects tested. Still happy with where more than 80% of your tax dollars are going,are you ?Other Review13y ago - Frank Ward Strong School
- 6-8
- Public
- 308 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageStrong does not give good education to gifted students.Parent Review2y ago - Frederick Brewster School
- PK-1
- Public
- 235 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageDeb Murray is not a good person or respectful to the kids. I had alot of issue with that woman and she is no good, there is no values to this school.Parent Review2y ago - John Lyman School
- 2-3
- Public
- 182 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averagethis school tom ford is not help my famliy they say stuff don't mean itParent Review7mo ago - Middlefield Memorial School
- 4-5
- Public
- 231 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
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What Locals Say about Durham
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93 % Say yards are well-kept
93 % Say there's wildlife
91 % Say car is needed
90 % Say parking is easy
83 % Say there's holiday spirit
83 % Say it's dog friendly
73 % Say it's quiet
57 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say kids play outside
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
33 % Say there are community events
29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
16 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
16 % Say there are sidewalks
12 % Say streets are well-lit
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239 Main St, Durham, CT 06422 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,803 sqft single-family home built in 1704. This property is not currently available for sale. 239 Main St was last sold on Oct 16, 2020 for $249,900. The current Trulia Estimate for 239 Main St is $463,100.