About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 188 Main Street in Durham, CT is listed for $665,000 ($223 per sqft). Built in 1878, the home offers 2,980 sqft of living space on a 0.50 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1878
  • 0.50 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 full
2-car garage
1878

Amenities

SolarFireplace
Listing Description

A piece of Durham history, reimagined for the way we live today. This distinctive Italianate Colonial was once home to Dr. Ernest Markham, Durham's first physician, who also practiced here. Today, that history creates something especially valuable: flexibility.

Nearly 3,000 square feet offers five bedrooms, two full baths, soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, bay windows, period details and a fieldstone gas fireplace. Gracious rooms, abundant natural light and tall windows reflect the character of another era, while thoughtful improvements bring modern-day comfort.

The former doctor's office has its own entrance, enclosed porch, office/sitting room and second kitchen, creating possibilities for a home office, extended living, hobbies and more. A standout improvement is 100% owned solar, with recent Eversource electric bills at $0.

Other significant updates include a newer septic system, driveway and fencing. Outside, beautifully landscaped grounds surround a peaceful backyard with wonderful sunset views and plenty of room to relax, garden or gather. Best of all, enjoy a true in-town Durham location where you can walk to the library, Allyn Brook Park, Dari Serv and more. A home with a story, a setting and spaces that can evolve right along with you.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$3,557/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$481
Interest$2,882
Insurance$194

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

188 Main Street

Durham, CT 06422

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Shed,Deck,Garden Area,Patio

Property Details

Outdoor Features

Patio

Heating

Hot Water(Heating)

Appliances

Oven/RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 188 Main Street is listed at $665,000 ($223/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $3,557 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1878, 0.50 acre lot, Fireplace. Exterior Features: Shed,Deck,Garden Area,Patio.

This property is listed by Debbie Huscher and can be reached at 8609184580.

DH

Debbie Huscher

Agent at Real Broker CT, LLC

(860) 918-4580
Agent website

Listed by Real Broker CT, LLC · Broker phone: (855) 450-0442 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

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188 Main Street, Durham, CT 06422

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