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FOR SALE

NEW - 7 HRS AGO

0.37 ACRES

81 River Road
Preston, CT 06365

3 Beds
1 Bath
960 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

$270,000

Est. Mortgage $1,837/mo*

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$270,000

Est. Mortgage $1,837/mo*

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3 Beds

1 Bath

960 sqft

(on 0.37 acres)

Home Highlights

Parking

Open Parking

Climate Control

Heating & Cooling

Price/Sqft

$281

Listed

Less than a day ago

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School
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About this House

Beautiful River Road in Preston is one of the most desirable street in town. Starting with the good stuff.. The home feature central air, 200 amp electric, thermophane windows and hardwood floors. The exterior feature a newer roof, vinyl siding and a yard with multiple shade trees. Now for the challenge.. The interior needs significant renovations in all areas. The septic system needs replacement. A considerable concession on price has been built in. This home is either a cash purchase or a renovation loan to bring it to its full potential and create instant equity. A great opportunity in a special location.

Home Details for 81 River Road

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 960 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water HeaterDryerLaundry: Main LevelWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Thermopane Windows

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Paved,Driveway,Private
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 960 Square Feet

Days on Market
Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information Parcel Number: 1558737

Price & Status
Price List Price: $270,000Price Per Sqft: $281
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Location
Direction & Address City: Preston
School Information Elementary School: Per Board of EdHigh School: Per Board of Ed

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 24193854

Building
Building Area Building Area: 960 Square Feet

HOA
No HOA

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Energy
Energy Efficiency Features: Windows

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 24193854Attic: Storage, Pull Down StairsAttribution Contact: (860) 447-8839Above Grade Unfinished Area: 960

Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Leo Chomen, (860) 447-8839

Signature Properties of N.E., (860) 447-8839

Monica Obuchowski, (860) 334-7614

Signature Properties of N.E., (860) 447-8839

Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24193854

Also Listed on Smart MLS.

Market trends in Preston

Last updated June 2026

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Price History for 81 River Road

Date	Price	Event	Source
07/30/2026	$270,000	Listed For Sale	Smart MLS #24193854

07/28/2000	$125,000	Sold	Smart MLS #E107990
Recording Date 07/28/2000 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/30/1995	$105,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 06/30/1995 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

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Comparable Sales for 81 River Road

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
70 River Road, Preston, CT	0.13	Single-Family Home	$475,000	09/15/25	3	2	1,466
16 Julian Drive, Preston, CT	0.72	Single-Family Home	$380,000	06/26/26	3	2	1,808
19 Icehouse Road, Lisbon, CT	1.18	Single-Family Home	$365,000	09/05/25	3	1.5	1,404
6 Stanton Lane, Preston, CT	0.57	Single-Family Home	$549,000	12/04/25	4	3	2,240
22 Round Hill Court, Lisbon, CT	1.12	Single-Family Home	$435,000	08/29/25	3	3	1,800
317 Old Jewett City Road, Preston, CT	0.76	Single-Family Home	$300,000	05/29/26	4	2.5	2,980
36 Blueberry Lane, Lisbon, CT	1.56	Single-Family Home	$300,000	05/07/26	3	1	1,184
47 McClimon Road, Preston, CT	1.19	Single-Family Home	$420,000	12/19/25	2	1	1,584
120 Bundy Hill Road, Lisbon, CT	1.11	Single-Family Home	$460,000	09/12/25	4	2	1,835

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What Locals Say about Preston

At least 12 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
94 % Say car is needed
85 % Say parking is easy
75 % Say there's wildlife
65 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say it's dog friendly
58 % Say it's quiet
52 % Say neighbors are friendly
47 % Say kids play outside
46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
33 % Say people would walk alone at night
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Christa B.
Resident
6y ago
"Quiet and serene but close to local stores and highways. Feels like the country without being stuck in the middle of no mans land. "
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Gabbysam
Resident
6y ago
"It’s a quiet country town. It’s about 10 minute drive to the highway in either direction. We are close to downtown Norwich, 10 minutes to Lisbon Landing. Very close to both casinos."
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Gabbysam
Resident
7y ago
"Nice country roads to walk on the only downside is there aren’t sidewalks. Sometimes cars travel too fast on the back roads"
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Yvonne M.
12y ago
"this place is very convenient to Mohegan sun and Foxwoods... it is so much fun on the weekends too.. they have the best DJs playing! My friends and i have gone here many many times, and have always had a blast! "
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pchao728
12y ago
"This area is close to Preston School and the Lisbon Shopping Malls, yet it is quiet and most homes are kept very nice!"
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Yvonne M.
13y ago
"This place is a blast! Any time... if you want to just relax during the day on the deck, that is always nice.... Thurs, fri & Sat get a little nuts, especially when school is in session! If you are looking for fun, and good food! Come here! I have been here on weekend nights many times in the past..so i actually know. :) "
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Leo Chomen, Signature Properties of N.E., (860) 447-8839

Agent Phone: (860) 447-8839

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81 River Road, Preston, CT 06365 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 960 sqft single-family home built in 1962. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Smart MLS on Jul 30, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 24193854.

81 River Road
Preston, CT 06365

$270,000