About 42 Straits Road
Welcome home this beautifully redesigned house set on over 2.5 acres in picturesque Chester, a quintessential New England town celebrated for its art, history, music, theater and exceptional dining. Completely renovated for today's lifestyle while retaining its warmth and character, this three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers beautifully refinished hardwood floors, 9-foot ceilings and thoughtfully designed living spaces throughout. The main level is ideal for entertaining, featuring an inviting living room with fireplace and sliders opening to a balcony/deck overlooking the property. The stunning new kitchen features quartz countertops, new cabinetry, a center island, new appliances, wine cooler and a charming dining nook. A spacious 17' x 13 room provides wonderful flexibility as a home office, or guest room. An updated half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a beautifully remodeled luxury bath and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a remodeled full bath complete the second floor. The finished lower level adds even more living space with an 11' x 21' family room, interior and direct garage access. The auxiliary generator has you covered for New England winters. Move-in ready and beautifully updated inside and out, this special property combines privacy, space and modern comfort with the charm of one of Connecticut's most desirable small towns. The home you've been waiting for-just in time for the holidays!
Features of 42 Straits Road
| MLS® # | 24212291 |
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| Price | $699,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,882 |
| Acres | 2.71 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 42 Straits Road |
|---|---|
| Area | N/A |
| City | Chester |
| County | Middlesex |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06412 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 6 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Not Applicable |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Wine Chiller |
|---|---|
| Heating | Hot Air, Oil |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Garage Access, Cooled, Interior Access, Full With Walk-Out |
Exterior
| Exterior | Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Deck |
| Lot Description | Lightly Wooded, Treed, Sloping Lot |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete |
School Information
| Elementary | Chester |
|---|---|
| High | Per Board of Ed |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 6th, 2026 |
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| Zoning | R-2 |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Great Estates, CT |
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