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Property Description
Nestled on 6.5 serene acres next to the Fresh Meadows open space in Cheshire, CT, this worldclass property offers privacy, peace and elegance. The home boasts 4,896 sq ft of living space, complemented by an additional 4,400 sq ft dedicated to studios, a gym, garages, a woodshop, and ample storage - perfect for working from home or pursuing hobbies. Designed by Tom Pritchard and Edward Tufte, the property features a thoughtful kitchen, spacious dining area, visitor suite, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a network of walking trails. The entire property exudes a park-like charm with practical features like a swimming pool, natural windbreaks of trees, stone walls and high ground reducing risk of flooding. The location is enhanced by Cheshire's highly-rated schools. This home was the residence of Yale Professor Edward Tufte for over 40 years. Renowned as the "Galileo of Graphics" (Bloomberg) and the "da Vinci of Data" (NY Times), Tufte used this space as a creative haven, writing and designing six acclaimed books, crafting sculptures, and planning his 234-acre art park at Hogpen Hill Farms in Litchfield County. The property is 15 miles from Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital, 5 miles from Quinnipiac University, and within easy reach of Wesleyan University and major airports. New York City and Boston are both accessible in under two hours by car or train, making this an ideal location for those seeking a balance of rural tranquility and urban accessibility.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1161 Sperry Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,075,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24067776
- Added to Site: 373 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Security System
- Appliances: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room, Main
- Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground Pool
Exterior
- Color: Green
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking
Location
- County: New Haven
- Driving Directions: Rt 10 to Jinny Hill to Sperry or Cook Hill to Sperry
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil, Domestic, 50 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Heated, Partial With Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 8,558
- Above Ground: 4,896 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 3,662 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1953
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 6.59
- Zoning: R-80
- Lot Description: Secluded
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $572,670
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 2341776
Listed by Derek Greene, Derek Greene
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., THE SALLY BOWMAN TEAM, Katherine Smith
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Schools
Schools serving 1161 Sperry Rd
School District:Cheshire School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Highland School, Cheshire, CT 490 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT 06410 | 1-6 | 2.6 mi |
Dodd Middle School 100 Park Place, Cheshire, CT 06410 | 7-8 | 2.7 mi |
Cheshire High School 525 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1161 Sperry Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/07/2025
Sold
$1,075,000
-10.42%
MLS
3/25/2025
Price Reduced
$1,200,000
-14.29%
MLS
2/03/2025
Price Reduced
$1,400,000
-20%
MLS
1/09/2025
Listed
$1,750,000
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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.
1161 Sperry Road, Cheshire, CT 06410 (MLS# 24067776) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,075,000 on July 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 1161 Sperry Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cheshire? You can browse all Cheshire real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

