Historic House Listings

Sold. Circa 1750! Those fireplaces! Jacob Strong House, on one acre in Connecticut. $124,500

February 24, 2021

What a treasure this house is! Check out the size of the stone fireplace! The Jacob Strong House was built in 1750! It is located on 1.3 acres in Torrington, Connecticut. This sure would be a rewarding project to tackle. The size of those floorboards are pretty amazing. Believed to be the oldest standing house in town. Four bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,900 square feet. $149,900 New price: $124,500

Contact Amanda Balaski with The D’Amore Agency

From the Zillow listing:

 

Built in 1750, the Jacob Strong house is believed to be the oldest house standing in Torrington. This Antique center chimney Colonial is in need of restoration. The kitchen boosts a large fireplace. Wide board flooring throughout. Fireplaces in both the living room and dining room. There are 4 bedrooms, 1 on the main level and three upstairs. There is one full bath on the main level. The house sits on 1.3 acres of open land on the top of Highland Ave.

 

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