401 Preston Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06450 | $530,000

Welcome to 401 Preston a sprawling grand English-style residence tucked away in a private setting, offering timeless charm and stately elegance. This home offers 4 bedrooms plus an den with 2. 5 bathrooms. Set back from the road on a private rear 2. 6-acre rear lot, this custom-built home offers a rare blend of history, character, and natural beauty. The expansive 1st floor offers a warm & inviting eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, a butler's pantry, space for a large table in the open concept dining room and a breakfast bar, with charming fireplace. Down the hall, you'll find an family room, perfect for entertaining, boasting sunlit views overlooking the backyard and seamlessly connecting to the screened porch-the ideal place to enjoy fresh air while staying protected from sun or rain. An expansive living room featuring a striking Lord Rumford granite fireplace, provides ample space for relaxation and gathering. Also on the main level is a den, currently used as an executive office, along with a first-floor primary suite, full bath and walk-in closet. A second bedroom on the main level adds flexibility and convenience. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing comfortable accommodations for family or guests. The property's natural setting is truly exceptional-nestled adjacent to the scenic Higby Mountain Preserve, with trails that wind up and over the mountain. The grounds feature mature landscaping, level backyard and apple trees. Noteable highlights include a two-car garage, an expansive basement offering abundant storage space with a 25x16 utulity room, a 16x14 storage room as well. This home has been improved throughout the years with city water and sewer connection, data wiring, newer appliances, updated roof & gutters and much more. Too many distinct to list, this property is a MUST SEE today! Check out the features ; screened sunporch, stone facade, pegged oak floors and all of the brownstone on facade and stonewalls. The custom manor was built by the well-known Meriden Wilcox family-founders of International Silver Company-this gracious home showcases timeless craftsmanship, highlighted by an elegant brownstone facade. A unique opportunity to own a piece of local history in a peaceful, nature-rich setting. DON'T WAIT - BOOK AN APPT TODAY

Features

  • Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Baths: 2 full / 1 half
  • Laundry: Lower Level
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Garage: 2-car Under House Garage
  • Heating: Radiator,Other
  • Cooling: Window Unit
  • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Garage Access,Concrete Floor
  • Above Grade Approx. Sq. Feet: 2,743
  • Acreage: 2.6
  • Est. Taxes: $11,264
  • Lot Desc: Secluded,Treed,Sloping Lot
  • Elem. School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Appliances: Cook Top,Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Washer
  • MLS#: 24177607
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Room Information

Type DescriptionDimensionsLevel
Bedroom 1 Hardwood Floor13.1 x 13.5Main
Bedroom 2 8.1 x 11.3Upper
Bedroom 3 12.1 x 10.1Upper
Den Hardwood Floor14.8 x 12.7Main
Dining Room Breakfast Bar12.0 x 20.7Main
Eat-In Kitchen Breakfast Nook,Dining Area,Pantry9.9 x 12.9Main
Family Room Hardwood Floor11.2 x 16.2Main
Full Bath Tub w/ShowerUpper
Half Bath Main
Living Room Beams,Built-Ins,Fireplace16.2 x 25.2Main
Primary Bath Remodeled,Stall ShowerMain
Primary Bedroom Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet16.3 x 14.0Main
Sun Room Ceiling Fan,Slate Floor10.4 x 24.0Main

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401 Preston Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06450

$530,000

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Dave Beckman

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William Raveis Mortgage, LLC

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NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 10930

5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Conforming*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
15 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
Loan Amount $424,000 $424,000 $424,000
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 6.250% 6.490% 5.750%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 6.474% 6.640% 5.972%
Monthly Tax Payment $939 $939 $939
H/O Insurance Payment $92 $92 $92
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $2,611 $2,677 $3,521
Total Monthly Payment $3,642 $3,708 $4,552

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