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Property Description
Discover the charm and rustic appeal of this New England Cape Cod-style home located at 80 Orchard Road, East Haddam, CT. Originally built around 1820 and known as the "Darius Gates" home, this property offers a perfect blend of historic character and contemporary conveniences. Set on over 4 acres of tranquil land, it features original wide board flooring assembled with cut nails, antique hardware, and original doors showcasing its rich heritage. Recent updates enhance the home's comfort and efficiency, including a brand new 200-amp electrical service, a new hot water heater, and a new well pump. These improvements ensure that modern conveniences are integrated into this rustic gem. The property includes a restored barn that has been town-approved, making it great for animal & horse lovers. Additionally, the expansive land is perfect for those with a passion for gardening, outdoor hobbies and for pet lovers a Canine Company invisible dog fence was installed. The additional space in the attic could be used as a home office, studio or extra storage. There are options, expand upon the present home or a possible sub-divide. With its prime location close to East Haddam Village, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, shows at the iconic Goodspeed Opera House, walking trails, dining and convenient routes to highways & airports. The possibilities are endless, bring your vision and create your ideal dream home. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of New England history.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 80 Orchard Rd
General
- Sold For: $265,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24139051
- Added to Site: 108 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Ceiling Fan, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 11 x 14, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 9 x 11, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 14 x 15, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Country, Main
- Loft: Loft - Hardwood Floor, 13 x 15, Upper
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Barn, Stone Wall
- Color: White
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Take Landing Hill Road to Orchard Rd # 80 on the left
School Information
- Elementary School: East Haddam
- Middle School: Nathan Hale
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Nathan Hale
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, Upright Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 738
- Above Ground: 738 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1800
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 4.08
- Zoning: R1
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Historic District
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $143,720
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 970758
Listed by Compass Connecticut, LLC, Gigi Giordano
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate, The Bill Heenan Team, Eliesha Johnson
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Schools
Schools serving 80 Orchard Rd
School District:East Haddam School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
East Haddam Elementary School 45 Joe Williams Rd., East Haddam, CT 06469 | PK-3 | 1.6 mi |
Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School 73 Clark Gates Rd., East Haddam, CT 06469 | 4-8 | 2.8 mi |
Nathan Hale-Ray High School 15 School Drive, East Haddam, CT 06469 | 9-12 | 1 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 80 Orchard Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/26/2026
Sold
$265,000
-5.02%
MLS
1/12/2026
Price Reduced
$279,000
-6.69%
MLS
11/17/2025
Listed
$299,000
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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.
80 Orchard Road, East Haddam, CT 06423 (MLS# 24139051) is a Single Family property that was sold at $265,000 on February 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 80 Orchard Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in East Haddam? You can browse all East Haddam real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

