New
$665,000
5 bd · 2 ba · 2,980 sqft · 0.50 acre lot
188 Main St, Durham, CT 06422
Single family · Built 1878 · $223/sqft ·
$4,260/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 2 cars
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
A piece of Durham history, reimagined for the way we live today. This distinctive Italianate Colonial was once home to Dr. Ernest Markham, Durham's first physician, who also practiced here. Today, that history creates something especially valuable: flexibility. Nearly 3,000 square feet offers five bedrooms, two full baths, soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, bay windows, period details and a fieldstone gas fireplace. Gracious rooms, abundant natural light and tall windows reflect the character of another era, while thoughtful improvements bring modern-day comfort. The former doctor's office has its own entrance, enclosed porch, office/sitting room and second kitchen, creating possibilities for a home office, extended living, hobbies and more. A standout improvement is 100% owned solar, with recent Eversource electric bills at $0. Other significant updates include a newer septic system, driveway and fencing. Outside, beautifully landscaped grounds surround a peaceful backyard with wonderful sunset views and plenty of room to relax, garden or gather. Best of all, enjoy a true in-town Durham location where you can walk to the library, Allyn Brook Park, Dari Serv and more. A home with a story, a setting and spaces that can evolve right along with you.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
- Bedroom 1 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
- Primary Bedroom Features: Hardwood Floor
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 11
- Basement Features: Full
- Office: Yes
- Sun Room Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
- Office/Study Room Level: Main
- Living Room Features: Hardwood Floor
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Oven/range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
Heating and Cooling
- Heating Features: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Water Heaters: Electric, Tank Size Unknown
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Features: Hardwood Floor
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Level: Main
- 2nd Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Shed,deck,garden area,patio
- Deck: Yes
Land Info
- Lot Description: Professionally Landscaped
- Lot Size Acres: 0.5
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 21780
Schools
- 5
Frank Ward Strong School
middle · 6-8 · 0.1 mi
- 7
Coginchaug Regional High School
high · 9-12 · 0.6 mi
Frederick Brewster School
elementary · K-1 · 1.2 mi
Lake Grove-Durham School
elementary · 1.7 mi
Rushford Academy School
high · 9-11 · 1.7 mi
Yeshiva Gedolah of Waterbury- Mesivta Durham
high · 9-12 · 1.7 mi
Price history
- Sep 25, 2026 · Listed$665,000
- Jun 20, 2026 · Listing Removed—
- Jun 8, 2026 · Listed$599,000
- Jan 7, 2022 · Sold$440,000
Tax history
- 2026$10,562 tax · $377,230 assessed
- 2022$6,882 tax · $199,080 assessed
- 2021$7,079 tax · $199,080 assessed
- 2020$7,536 tax · $210,630 assessed
- 2019$7,560 tax · $210,630 assessed
- 2018$7,688 tax · $210,630 assessed
- 2017$8,320 tax · $210,630 assessed
- 2016$7,437 tax · $210,630 assessed
Home value
$667,003
- Quantarium$667,003
- Cotality$606,300
- Collateral Analytics$925,000
Where it is
Listed by Debbie Huscher · Real Broker Ct, Llc · SMARTMLS
