Roxbury, Connecticut, located in the southern Litchfield County, continues to be a highly desirable place to live for those seeking that spectacular weekend country estate as well as those who live here full time. Home sales in Roxbury, CT are slower than previous years with only 11 homes sold so far this year. One home sold in August of 2011, a notable home on South Street, listing at $1,859,900 and selling at $1,555,000. This home was built in 1792, sits on 6 acres with a heated in ground pool, guest house and had been renovated to perfection. The home had been on the market for 279 days however, it does take time to sell a home in Roxbury these days.
Roxbury Connecticut Real Estate Statistics
Currently in Roxbury, Connecticut there are 71 homes for sale, ranging in price from a small antique on Church Street listed at $225,000 to a 1790's barn style luxury home complete with indoor and outdoor pools, Shepaug River frontage, 5 bedroom guest house on 17.5 acres. This home is currently listed at $4,900,000. Truly a magnificent example of Roxbury Conneticut's finest luxury properties.
Market Stats for 2011 through August 31, 2011.
A bit about Roxbury, Connecticut
Located in the Shepaug River Valley in lower Litchfield County, Roxbury is a wonderfully picturesque town. Covering 27 square miles of rolling Connecticut countryside, Roxbury is home to approximately 2,340 residents.
The Roxbury Land Trust works hard to preserve the character of the land for future generations. Currently 17% of land in Roxbury is conserved as open space. This makes for some scenic hiking trails, the mines, fishing along the Shepaug, great outdoor activities!
Fun facts of interest about Roxbury
Did you know that Roxbury granite, which was found in the Mine Hill quarries, was used to build both the Brooklyn Bridge and Grand Central Station? It was shipped to New York City down the Shepaug River!
If you take a walk on some of the dirt roads in Roxbury you can pick up garnets! I have quite a handful myself.
The above statistics are provided courtesy of Greater Fairfield County Multiple Listing Service (CMLS). Information provided is deemed reliable, but not necessarily accurate.
Andrea Swiedler, Realtor® & Liddy Adams, GRI, Broker Associate
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Andrea this is a great example of a market report. Good luck on finding the perfect family for this lovely estate. Gorgeous! If I were moving there I'd want to look at this one - country life sounds good to me.
Hi Anna Banana, it is a beautiful town and that is a special home for sure. Thank you!
Andrea ~ I'm so glad I ran across your market report as it if fun, informative and definitely has your personality shining through. have a great Labor Day!