297 Poverty Road - Southbury, CT

$650,000

Beds

3.00

Baths

2,878

SqFt

2.86

Acres

Pricing Insight: Originally listed for $650,000, the price has remained unchanged for approximately 18 days. This property has been on the market for approximately 18 days. MLS reports 15 Days on Market (DOM) before it went under contract.

297 Poverty Road, Southbury, CT is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,878 square foot home built in 1981 , featuring cape cod architecture.

This home is within the Southbury school district. Local, with nearby schools including Per Board of Ed.

MLS #: 24189337

Offered Price: $650,000

Residence Type: Single Family

Architectural Style: Cape Cod

Living Area: 2,878 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 2.86 Acres

Neighborhood: N/A

County: New Haven

Year Built: 1981

Design & Construction: Frame

Heating: Baseboard

Cooling: Attic Fan,Central Air

Garage Spaces: 2

Price per Sq Ft as listed: $226

Estimated Tax: $8,787

Days on Market: 15

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Home Automation: Not specified

Energy Features: Generator

Solar Contract: Not specified

Heating Fuel: Oil

Fuel Type: Baseboard

Fuel Tank Location: In Basement

Cooling System: Attic Fan, Central Air

Hot Water System: Tank Size Unknown

Air Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Water Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Price per square foot: $226 / Sq. Ft.

Tax assessed value: $363,100

Estimated Tax: $8,787

Architectural Style: Cape Cod

Design & Construction: Frame

Residence Type: Single Family

Year Constructed: 1981

Living Area: 2,878 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 2.86 Acres

Fuel: Oil

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Active Listings: 101

Average Price: $448,209

Average DOM: 15 days

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Welcome to 297 N Poverty Road, a home lovingly maintained by its original owners for nearly 45 years. Set on a beautiful level lot with a private, tree-lined backyard, this property offers a peaceful setting just minutes from I-84, shopping, restaurants, schools, and everything Southbury has to offer. The highlight of the home is the stunning screened-in porch-a true extension of the living space and the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind after a long day, or entertain while overlooking the serene backyard surrounded by nature. Inside, you'll find generously sized rooms throughout, including a welcoming family room with a gas fireplace, spacious eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and formal living room. A main-level bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living, while a separate laundry room adds everyday convenience. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a walk-in shower. The partially finished lower level with new carpeting provides additional living space, while the unfinished area offers abundant storage. Completing the home is a two-car garage connected by a charming breezeway. Lovingly cared for, beautifully maintained, and ideally located, this is a rare opportunity to own a home offering timeless charm, exceptional space, and peaceful outdoor living.

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Flood Risk Assessment

Location Analysis:

Inland Southbury location

Water Proximity:

No direct water access

Topography:

Standard terrain • 2.9 acres

Recommendations:

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Risk Level: Low

Minimal flood risk indicators. Verify with FEMA flood maps.

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Amenity Access Summary

Dining & Café Access: Low to Moderate
Daily Services: Limited
Recreational Space: Limited Nearby

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101

Homes For Sale

$448,209

Average List Price

Mechanicals & Utilities: Baseboard • Oil • Attic Fan,Central Air • Private Well water • 1 fireplaces

Exterior Features

Exterior Construction: Wood

Roof Type: Asphalt Shingle

Foundation: Concrete

Garage: Attached Garage (2 car)

Patio/Deck: Porch-Screened,Breezeway,Porch,Gutters

Utilities: Water: Private Well

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