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Property Description
Highest and best offer requested by 5:00 PM Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - Architectural Masterpiece - 1901 Historic Mansion Step back into the elegance of the Gilded Age with this extraordinary historic mansion, nestled in the heart of Waterbury - once hailed as the Brass Center of the World. This distinguished estate stands as a rare architectural gem, echoing the opulence of Newport's famed cliffside mansions. Built at the height of Waterbury's industrial prominence, the home features period details throughout: soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, leaded glass windows, and a grand staircase that speaks to a bygone era of craftsmanship and prestige. There is a full third floor for servant quarters with 4 bedrooms and 7 closets complete with its own staircase. If interest, will make arrangements to see the finished area above the garage.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 70 Hillside Ave
General
- Sold For: $625,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24130604
- Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 6
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Suite: 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 12.7 x 11.8, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, 12.7 x 11.8, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, 12.9 x 10.8, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Bedroom Suite, Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 15.7 x 15.4, Upper
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, 21.6 x 16.2, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, French Doors, 15.7 x 16.7, Main
- Great Room: Great Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 31 x 13.1, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Country, Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor, 16 x 15.5, Main
- Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Den: Den - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, 12.5 x 9.9, Main
- Library: Library - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Fireplace, Fr, Main
- Laundry: Lower Level
- Other Room 1: Other - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Country, Pantry, Hardwood Floor, 11.6 x 5.11, Main
- Other Room 2: Other - 9 ft+ Ceilings, 14 x 10, Main
- Other Room 3: Other - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, 19.5 x 9.8, Main
- Other Room 4: Other - Built-Ins, Dressing Room, Hardwood Floor, 10.11 x 14, Upper
- In-Law/Au Pair Suite: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Terrace, Garden Area
- Color: Brick
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Location
- County: New Haven
- Neighborhood: Hillside
- Driving Directions: Willow St to Pine St - cross over Hillside Ave - on right hand side just behind the green house on the right is a narrow shared driveway between the walls with a sign for 54-70-86-96 - turn in there - look for sign for 70 on right and go down driveway
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Community
- Community Name: Hillside
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit
- Heating Type: Steam, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Other
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Georgian Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Full, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out
- Roof: Slate
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 5,590
- Above Ground: 5,590 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1901
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.15
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
- Zoning: RM
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Historic District
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $96,075
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1378179
Listed and Sold by Weichert REALTORS Briotti Group, Dot Dorso
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Schools
Schools serving 70 Hillside Ave
School District:Waterbury School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Driggs School 77 Woodlawn Terrace, Waterbury, CT 06710 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
West Side Middle School 483 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
John F. Kennedy High School 422 Highland Avenue, Waterbury, CT 06708 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 70 Hillside Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/09/2026
Sold
$625,000
4.17%
MLS
11/07/2025
Listed
$600,000
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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.
70 Hillside Avenue, Waterbury, CT 06710 (MLS# 24130604) is a Single Family property that was sold at $625,000 on January 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 70 Hillside Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Waterbury? You can browse all Waterbury real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

