A prime Kensington location at this historic, charming and sprawling 1774 home on a picturesque lot with functional opportunities. Proudly occupied by the same family for five generations! This old house feels much younger with evident past remodeling. This 5 bedroom, 2 bath home is nestled into a scenic lot offering a peaceful nature lover's oasis, a patio overlooking a pond. The two level garage/barn offers OH SO many possibilities: party central, small contractor, artist studio, storage, hobbyist. The multilevel home offers much opportunity for private spaces and suitable for multigenerational living. The designated fifth bedroom can easily be used as a semiprivate in-law space or home office. The finished walk out level is primarily above grade and adds to the unique floor plan. Featuring touches of the past with preserved woodwork, root cellar, stonework, low taxes and updated heating and electrical. Close proximity to schools, shopping and highways. A pedestrian friendly neighborhood, an easy walk to Paper Goods Pond Park and a local favorite pizza place. Value priced to avail real sweat equity opportunity. Sold in AS IS condition. Kensington Fire District tax approximately $250.
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DAYS ON MARKET
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1
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LAST UPDATED
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4/29/2026
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YEAR BUILT
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1774
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GARAGE SPACES
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1.0
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COUNTY
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Hartford
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STATUS
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Active
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PROPERTY TYPE(S)
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Single Family
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| Elementary School |
Mary Griswold |
| Jr. High School |
McGee |
| High School |
Berlin |
| AIR |
Window Unit(s) |
| AIR CONDITIONING |
Yes |
| APPLIANCES |
Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
| BARN/EQUESTRIAN |
Yes |
| BASEMENT |
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION |
Aluminum Siding, Frame |
| FIREPLACE |
Yes |
| GARAGE |
Yes |
| HEAT |
Hot Water, Oil |
| INTERIOR |
Entrance Foyer |
| LOT |
0.37 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Rolling Slope, Waterfront |
| PARKING |
Carport |
| SEWER |
Public Sewer |
| STYLE |
Antique, Cape Cod |
| TAXES |
5686 |
| VIEW |
Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION |
Water |
| WATER |
Public |
| WATERFRONT |
Yes |
| WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION |
Pond |
| ZONING |
R-15 |
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