242 River Road, West Cornwall, CT 06796

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242 River Road,Cornwall, CT 06796
$475,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,038 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: lenore mallett, elvia gignoux(203) 209-1777
Office: william pitt sotheby's int'l(860) 435-2400
MLS#:24167948
Source:CT

Price summary

  • Price:$475,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$457.61

About this home

Meet Estella. A riverside retreat spanning 26 acres on rural, scenic River Road. Arrive at this historic cottage and you are immediately greeted by the rushing sounds of the Housatonic River just across the way. The landscape, which possibly offers the potential for subdivision, provides endless opportunities to imagine building a new dream home tucked into the quiet countryside. Because the property borders the Housatonic River, you have the rare, coveted ability to pop out your front door and spend the afternoon fly fishing. The cottage itself, originally built in 1940 as a local schoolhouse, is brimming with quintessential New England charm. Upon entering, the dining room pulls you in; framed by large windows, natural light floods into every corner, highlighting the classic wood floors that stretch across the space. The kitchen, rustic and simple in its own right, provides a modest space for meal preparation alongside a convenient pantry. Step down into the inviting living room,...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1940
  • Listing ID #:24167948
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:April 21, 2026 at 08:47 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:5
  • Kitchen Description:Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Crawl Space
  • Living area:1,038 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Baseboard

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt Shingle
  • Year built:1940
  • Building area:1,038 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:26.81 Acres
  • Lot Features:Lightly Wooded, Rolling, Water View
  • Architectural Style:Cottage
  • Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding

Schools

  • High school:Per Board of Ed
  • Elementary school:Per Board of Ed

Utilities

  • Water:Private Well

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$475,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$457.61
  • Tax amount:$5,302 (July 2025-June 2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
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