$1,900,000
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,957 sqft · 3.20 acre lot
47 E Kings Hwy, Chester, CT 06412
Single family · Built 1798 · $480/sqft ·
$10,844/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 4 cars
3D tourFlood factor 1/10
About this home
The Johnathan Warner house, and later known as the Warner-Brooks House was built by Johnathan Warner in 1798 and is a remarkable testament to early American prosperity, craftsmanship, and vision. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this exceptional Federal-style residence retains extraordinary architectural integrity. Heavily documented during construction are original bills, receipts, and construction records documenting the artisans materials, suppliers, and methods used to create this architectural masterpiece. Revered by historians and preserved with exceptional care, this irreplaceable legacy property offers a rare opportunity to own one of Connecticut's most significant surviving Federal residences. A once-in-a-generation opportunity to become the steward of one of the Connecticut River Valley's most important historic estates. Jonathan Warner was the founder of the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry which is right down the road and is still in operation today. Johnathan was a Civic Leader, director of the Middlesex Turnpike, Merchant, Ship Owner, Farmer, Constable, and a justice of the peace with his courtroom right at the house. This is all documented in a book called Johnathan Warner 1728-1810 " A Man of Parts" telling all about the home building and Johnathan's life. Copies can be found at the Chester Historical Society. Buyer must due diligence regarding subdivision possibilities. 3.2 acres of which most is a huge level cleared open field. Come visit Chester and experience all it has to offer.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
- Bedroom 1 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
- Primary Bedroom Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Wide Board Floor
- Bedroom 1 Features: Wide Board Floor
- Bedroom 2 Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 10
- Other Level: Main
- Other Features: Pantry
- Eat-In Kitchen Level: Main
- Eat-In Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Country, Hardwood Floor
- Basement Features: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Interior Access, Walk-out, Concrete Floor
- Office: Yes
- Family Room Level: Main
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Auto garage door opener,cable - available,cable - pre-wired
Appliances
- Oven/range
- Wall oven
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Electric dryer
- Laundry Features: Between the kitchen and dining room., Main Level
Heating and Cooling
- Heating Features: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Number of Fireplaces: 6
- Water Heaters: Oil, Domestic, 80 Gallon Tank, Upright Tank
Kitchen and Dining
- Formal Dining Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Formal Dining Room Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Gutters,garden area,covered deck,french doors
- Deck: Yes
Schools
- 7
Chester Elementary School
elementary · K-6 · 1.3 mi
- 7
Valley Regional High School
high · 9-12 · 3.2 mi
- 4
John Winthrop Middle School
middle · 7-8 · 3.7 mi
Franklin Academy
middle · 8-12 · 1.6 mi
Mt Saint John
high · 9-12 · 1.7 mi
Price history
- Sep 12, 2026 · Listing Removed—
- Sep 12, 2026 · Listed$1,900,000
- Sep 9, 2026 · Price Changed$1,900,000
- Jun 19, 2026 · Listed$2,200,000
- Sep 19, 1991 · Sold$592,000
Tax history
- 2026$14,236 tax · $512,470 assessed
- 2025$13,878 tax · $512,470 assessed
- 2023$11,819 tax · $397,940 assessed
- 2022$11,739 tax · $397,940 assessed
- 2021$11,739 tax · $397,940 assessed
- 2020$11,389 tax · $397,940 assessed
- 2019$11,457 tax · $397,940 assessed
- 2018$10,516 tax · $387,900 assessed
Home value
$1,858,066
- Quantarium$1,858,066
- Cotality$1,814,800
- Collateral Analytics$1,881,000
Where it is
Listed by Al Chiarito · Chiarito Real Estate · SMARTMLS
