185 Washington Street
Norwich, CT 06360
5
Bed
2
Bath
3,336Sqft
0.61Acre(Lot)
Known as the Converse House, this c. 1870 High Victorian Gothic landmark was built for Colonel Charles A. Converse, a Norwich businessman and philanthropist. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the Chelsea Parade Historic District, the home is steps from Washington Park and offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree and modern comfort. A distinctive seven-sided front porch welcomes you inside, where historic details include a built-in preacher's bench, pocket doors, a gracious parlor, library, two living rooms, fireplaces, a walnut-paneled dining room, butler's pantry, cedar closets, and a whimsical widow's peak. The thoughtfully updated home offers five bedrooms and has been enhanced for today's living with a new slate and copper roof, new electrical, new se
Property Details
Open House
- 08/20 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
- 08/29 10 AM-12 PM
- 08/30 10 AM-12 PM
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 5Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 11 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full, Partially Finished -
Roofing Information
Metal -
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer Roof: Metal Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Convection Oven, Range Hood Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Fireplace Insert, Natural Gas, Wood, Hot Water, Steam Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Window Unit(s)
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Building Information
Year Built: 1870 Building Area Total: 3336 Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Brick, Frame Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch Private Pool: No -
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden
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Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.61 Lot Description: Level, Wooded
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $525000
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 2411665 Annual Tax: $12684
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Parking Information
Parking Total: 5 Asphalt, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Private, DrivewayGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1
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School Information
Elementary School: Samuel HuntingtonJunior High School:Senior High School: Norwich Free Academy -
Location Information
Direction: Right off Washington St. WaterSource: Public
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