521 State Street, Guilford, CT 06437 - Photo 1

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$1,755,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
4,766 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Please submit highest and best by tuesday may 20th at 5pm. Welcome to the exquisite Russell Benton House, a stunning Greek Revival masterpiece that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Restored and updated with the highest quality materials, this home sits on a beautifully landscaped 2.55-acre lot just a mile from the vibrant Guilford Green. The heart of the home is the beautifully renovated kitchen, featuring high-end appliances, custom cabinets, and stunning reclaimed teak counters, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. The striking family room, a newer addition to the home, features a fireplace constructed with stone sourced from the property. For guests or additional rental income, the charming 1,225 square foot Guest House has been thoughtfully remodeled and includes a high-end kitchen, a magnificent marble bath, a murphy bed, a sleeping loft, and a soaring two-story open living area. A third building on the premises has its own driveway and offers versatile space for an office, gym, or studio. Additional highlights include custom trim, reclaimed wide board hardwood floors, new Marvin windows, and energy-efficient upgrades such as owned solar panels and a high-efficiency gas heating system. With impeccable craftsmanship, this unique property combines timeless elegance with modern conveniences. The images displayed are from when the current owners purchased the property.

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General

Sold For: $1,755,000
Taxes: (July 2024-June 2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SMARTMLS
MLS ID: 24094951
Added to Site: 251 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 11
Rooms/Areas: Foyer, Mud Room
Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 4
Appliances: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Primary Bathroom: Primary Bath - Built, Upper
Full Bath: Remodeled, Tile Floor, Main
Partial Bath: Tile Floor, Main

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Remodeled, Wide Board Floor, 18.6 x 13, Upper
Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 13.3 x 13, Upper
Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Wide Board Floor, 14 x 13.5, Upper
Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Wide Board Floor, 25 x 12, Upper

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room - Hardwood Floor, 15.5 x 13.5, Main
Family Room: Family Room - Vaulted Ceiling, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor, 23.4 x 17.3, Main
Kitchen: Kitchen - Built-Ins, Dining Area, Fireplace, Island, Remodeled, Wide Board Floor, 29 x 15, Main
Dining Room: Dining Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 15.3 x 12.4, Main
Den: Den - Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 15.3 x 13, Main
Game room: Yes
Game Room: Rec/Play Room - Wide Board Floor, 29.3 x 13.9, Upper
Rec Room: Wide Board Floor, 29.3 x 13.9, Upper
Laundry: Main Level
Other Room 1: Other - Wide Board Floor, 25 x 23.4, Main
In-Law/Au Pair Suite: Yes

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden Area, Lighting, Guest House, Stone Wall, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
Color: green

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Detached Garage

Location

County: New Haven
Driving Directions: State st at the corner of Golden Hill

School Information

Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Middle School: Adams
Intermediate School: Baldwin
High School: Guilford

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air, Split System
Heating Type: Baseboard, Zoned, Other, Electric, Natural Gas
Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas, Tankless Hotwater

Utilities

Sewer: Septic
Water: Private Well

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Construction Status: No/Resale
Exterior Const.: Clapboard, Wood
Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Partial With Hatchway
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Attic: Yes
Square Feet: 4,766
Above Ground: 4,766 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1854

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 2.55
Zoning: R-5
Lot Description: Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Corner Lot, Professionally Landscaped

Green Features

Energy Features: Active Solar, Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Financial Considerations

Assessment Amount: $664,720
Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 1117089

Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Barbara Goetsch
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate, The One Team At William Raveis Real Estate, Abbey Scott

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Schools

Schools serving 521 State St

School District:Guilford School District

Name	Grades	Distance
A. Baldwin Middle School 68 Bullard Drive, Guilford, CT 06437	5-6	3.3 mi
E. C. Adams Middle School 233 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437	7-8	0.5 mi
Guilford High School 605 New England Road, Guilford, CT 06437	9-12	2 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 521 State St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/18/2025

Sold

$1,755,000

4.78%

MLS

5/18/2025

Listed

$1,675,000

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MLS

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Beds
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Interior

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Bedrooms

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Exterior

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Location

School Information

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Utilities

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