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Property Description
Magical 1929 English cottage style, free standing home at Balbrae. The former carriage house for the Balbrae Mansion, this gorgeous home is surrounded by perennial gardens and looks out to beautiful views of the Mansion grounds, pastoral fields and the western hills beyond. Architectural features include a slate roof, leaded style windows, copper gutters, multiple gables, two staircases. The first floor of this spacious home features an updated eating space kitchen with custom cabinetry, stone counters and high-end appliances and adjoining cozy den with a fireplace. There is also a stunning front to back living room with a fireplace and windows on three sides. Off the foyer is a lovely formal dining room, and cozy den/office with a third fireplace. The large solarium at the rear of the house provides gorgeous views of the scenery. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, a library and a laundry. The amazing master suite with his and her closets with built-ins, a dressing area, lovely adjacent bath with two sinks, a soaking tub and walk-in shower, and French doors to a private patio overlooking the views. There is an ensuite bedroom and two additional good-sized bedrooms that share a bathroom. The cozy library/office has built-in shelving for books or collectables. There is a large, dedicated storage area for the cottage in the mansion basement. This exciting property has been impeccably maintained and beautifully updated for the future owners.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 164 Balbrae Dr #164
General
- Sold For: $900,000
- HOA FEE: $869/month
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24165618
- Added to Site: 76 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer, Laundry Room
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Vaulted Ceiling, Balcony/Deck, Built-Ins, French Doors, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 17.11 x 13.4, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, 13.1 x 13.1, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Stall Shower, 11.11 x 9, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, 13.3 x 12.5, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, 25.11 x 14.1, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Built-Ins, Entertainment Center, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 12.9 x 9.4, Main
- Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Remodeled, Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Pantry, Hardwood, 23 x 10, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 15 x 13.9, Main
- Study: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 14.5 x 11.1, Main
- Library: Library - Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor, 9.1 x 9, Upper
- Laundry: Upper Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Pool, Tennis Courts
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Underground Utilities, Terrace, Garden Area, Lighting, French Doors, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
Location
- County: Hartford
- Complex: Balbrae
- Driving Directions: Balbrae Drive to Mansion, take road on left side of mansion to Carriage House behind mansion.
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- Middle School: Per Board of Ed
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Bloomfield
Community
- Association: Yes
- Home Owners Assn.: 1
- Assoc. Fees Include: Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Sewer, Property Management, Pest Control, Road Maintenance
- Pet Restrictions: no more than 2 dogs and n
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric, 50 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Single Family Detached
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle
- Basement Desc.: None
- Unit on End: Yes
- Square Feet: 4,318
- Above Ground: 4,318 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1929
Lot Features
- Zoning: PLR
- Lot Description: Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Treed, Level Lot
Green Features
- Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $869
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Amount: $305,150
- Sewer Assmt: included in condo mo
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 2209476
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., Maryalice Widness
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate, Barbie Butler
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Schools
Schools serving 164 Balbrae Dr #164
School District:Bloomfield School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Laurel School 1 Filley Street, Bloomfield, CT 06002 | K-2 | 3.2 mi |
Metacomet School 185 School Street, Bloomfield, CT 06002 | 3-4 | 3.4 mi |
Carmen Arace Middle School 390 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 06002 | 7-8 | 3.1 mi |
Bloomfield High School, Bloomfield, CT 5 Huckleberry Lane, Bloomfield, CT 06002 | 9-12 | 2.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 164 Balbrae Dr #164
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/15/2026
Sold
$900,000
5.89%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$849,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
164 Balbrae Drive #164, Bloomfield, CT 06002 (MLS# 24165618) is a Single Family property that was sold at $900,000 on June 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 164 Balbrae Drive #164? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bloomfield? You can browse all Bloomfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

