Price cut
$679,900
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,500 sqft · 2.34 acre lot
68 High St, Portland, CT 06480
Single family · Built 1998 · $151/sqft ·
$4,442/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 5 cars
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
Custom-built, Salt Box Colonial by renowned local builder McGinley, this exceptional home is tucked away at the end of a peaceful private road, in the desirable The Highlands subdivision, privately situated on 2.34 acres. Thoughtfully designed and built as the builder's own residence, this spacious home offers quality craftsmanship, character, and incredible versatility throughout. A grand foyer welcomes you into the impressive front-to-back living room featuring an oversized fireplace with a stately mantle, ceilings with exposed beams and a sunken area with a slider that leads you out to a private deck creating warm inviting spaces perfect for gathering. The expansive kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, custom wood block island, pantry, hardwood floors, and a cozy seating nook overlooking the backyard. Formal dining room , mudroom and laundry area conveniently located off the kitchen. Elegant crown molding and hardwood throughout the home.The upper level offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet and full bath.The finished walk-out lower level provides excellent in-law potential with an additional bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and flexible living space. Enjoy the outdoors from the wraparound deck overlooking the tranquil, private backyard setting. Additional features include stamped concrete walkway, detached 42x28 garage/barn/workshop with overhead door and second floor, plus a separate two-story "man shed" complete with double doors, walk up loft and electricity - ideal for hobbies, workspace, or retreat. Close to 3 beautiful golf courses and multiple marinas on the picturesque Connecticut River. Winter views of the Arrigoni Bridgeand gorgeous sunset views over the CT River Valley. Home of the BRAND NEW Yora Nordic Spa opening 11/26. A rare opportunity to own one of the signature homes in this sought-after subdivision.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 26.11' x 15.11'
- Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 18.11' x 16.8'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15.1' x 13.9'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 14.1' x 14.9'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
- Bedroom 1 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 11
- Other Dimensions: 14.1' x 9.3'
- Other Level: Lower
- Basement Features: Full, Full With Walk-Out
- Family Room Dimensions: 18' x 17.8'
- Living Room Dimensions: 30.3' x 15.11'
- Family Room Level: Lower
- Living Room Level: Main
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Appliances
- Oven/range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Washer
- Dryer
- Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Water Heaters: Oil, Domestic
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 15.3' x 13.79'
- Dining Room Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 31.16' x 13.33'
- Kitchen Features: Island,Pantry
- Kitchen Level: Main
- 2nd Kitchen Dimensions: 13.1' x 7.11'
- 2nd Kitchen Level: Lower
Exterior and Lot Features
- Porch-wrap around,balcony,underground utilities,shed,porch,barn,deck,gutters
- Deck: Yes
Land Info
- Lot Description: In Subdivision, Lightly Wooded, Level Lot
- Lot Size Acres: 2.34
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 101930
Schools
Valley View School
elementary · K-1 · 0.2 mi
- 7
Portland Middle School
middle · 7-8 · 0.3 mi
- 5
Portland High School
high · 9-12 · 0.3 mi
St John School
elementary · K-8 · 1.5 mi
- 7
Brownstone Intermediate School
elementary · 5-6 · 0.6 mi
- 9
Gildersleeve School
elementary · 2-4 · 0.9 mi
Price history
- Sep 29, 2026 · Price Changed$679,900
- Aug 5, 2026 · Listed$690,000
- Jul 25, 2026 · Listing Removed—
- Jul 13, 2026 · Price Changed$729,900
- Jun 22, 2026 · Listed$749,000
Tax history
- 2025$11,839 tax · $335,370 assessed
- 2023$10,886 tax · $335,370 assessed
- 2022$10,389 tax · $320,250 assessed
- 2021$10,599 tax · $302,750 assessed
- 2020$10,409 tax · $302,750 assessed
- 2019$10,236 tax · $302,750 assessed
- 2018$10,236 tax · $302,750 assessed
- 2017$9,985 tax · $302,750 assessed
Home value
$688,900
- Cotality$688,900
- Quantarium$691,679
- Collateral Analytics$683,000
Where it is
Listed by Jody Smaglis · Coldwell Banker Realty · SMARTMLS
