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1596 Elm Street

Stratford, CT 06615
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,305

Sqft

Acres0.45

Acre(Lot)

Welcome to 1596 Elm Street, a rare waterfront retreat along the scenic Housatonic River in Stratford. Overlooking Mac's Harbor - the historic landing site of Stratford's first settlers in 1639 - this distinctive costal home blends timeless 1860 character with contemporary updates. Vaulted ceilings and an open-concept main level create a bright, airy living space designed to capture the beauty; of the surrounding landscape. Two spacious decks overlook the river, perennial gardens, and winding paths, offering a private oasis where egrets, swans and passing boats become part of everyday life. Conveniently located near the Metro-North train station, Stratford Library, Sterling Community Center, Baldwin Senior Center, beaches, restaurants, a par-3 golf course, marinas, and many other local amen ities. The main house features a welcoming living room with a raised-hearth wood-burning fireplace and vaulted ceiling, a dining room, study, table-sized kitchen, half bath and utility room/closet. Rich hardwood wide-plank and peg floors add warmth and historic charm throughout the main level. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom, a hallway bath w/laundry, and an office currently used as a bedroom. Connected through the main living area is a versatile two-level in-law apartment with it's own private entrance. This space includes a living/dining area with built-ins, kitchen, upstairs bedroom and full bath with skylight. The upper level is cooled by a mini-split system.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $609,000

AD Id : 79611645

MLS Id : 24177633

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.45 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,305

Year Built : 1860

County : Fairfield

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 10 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partial, Unfinished, Concrete
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Interior Features

    In-Law Floorplan Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air Water front: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1860 Building Area Total: 2305 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No Water front Features: River Front View: Water
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Garden

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 0.45 Lot Description: Level, Waterfront

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $609000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 367853 Annual Tax: $9135

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 6 Off Street, Paved

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
    Junior High School: Per Board of Ed
    Senior High School: Stratford
  • Location Information

    Direction: From Main Street, South Avenue towards the river to right on Elm. Parking area behind white fence.
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/16/2026 @ 16:02

MLS: 24177633 LISTED BY: Emily Karolyi, Century 21 AllPoints Realty SOURCE: SmartMLS

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