Ashford Connecticut (06278) is a small rural town in northeastern Connecticut located 29 miles east of Hartford. It was settled at the crossroads of New England’s earliest thruways, which encouraged travel and commerce between Boston, Hartford, and Providence. Now Interstate Route I-84 passes through the northwestern corner of town, leaving routes 74, 89, and 44 as scenic alternate routes of travel. The town is just 8 miles from the University of Connecticut Storrs campus and 18 miles to Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU).
Ashford is graced with natural beauty, with approximately 85% of the town as open space. The town is home to many lakes, parks, and camps, including the largest Boy Scout camp in Connecticut, June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation and Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, a community dedicated to providing "a different kind of healing" to seriously ill children and their families throughout the Northeast. Ashford was rated at #12 for towns with a population of 3,500 – 6,500 in the March 2010 issue of Connecticut Magazine.
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Size & Population
Ashford has a total area of 39.5 square miles and is home to about 4,400 people.
Quick Facts
Education
School District (Pre-K – 8th grade ): Ashford School
Ashford School
440 Westford Road • Ashford, CT • 06278
School District (Grades 9-12): Regional School District #19
E.O. Smith High School (Grades 9 – 12th)
1235 Storrs Rd, Mansfield, CT
Main Office: (860) 487-0877
Windham Regional Technical School , Windham
210 Birch St, Willimantic, CT
Main Office: (860) 456-3879
Windham Regional Technical School Website.
Notable Residents of Ashford
· Desireé Bassett (1992-), child guitar prodigy and recording artist.
· Walter Eli Clark (1869–1950), journalist, last Governor of the District of Alaska and the first Governor of the Alaska Territory was born in Ashford.
· Clay Dreslough (1970-) Game designer and creator of the Baseball Mogul series of products.
· Galusha A. Grow (1822–1907) Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1861 to 1863, was born in Ashford.
· Elias Keyes, (1758–1844), born in Ashford, United States Congressman from Vermont.
· Thomas Knowlton (1740–1776) military officer in the American Revolution, whom led Knowlton's Rangers, America's first Army intelligence unit. He grew up in Ashford.
· Nathaniel Lyon (1818–1861), born in Ashford, the first Union general to be killed in the American Civil War, grew up on a farm in Ashford.
· Paul Newman (1925–2008), award winning actor, film director and philanthropist, was a seasonal resident of Ashford from the opening of the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in 1988.
· Eliphalet Nott (1773–1866), native of Ashford, president of Union College, and from 1829 to 1845 simultaneously was president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He was also the inventor of the first stove for anthracite coal.
· Valerie Wilson Wesley (born 1947), mystery writer.
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Price$750,000
MLS Number E10229552
Property is on 2.89 level acres and includes a 10,000sf building also on property a two family house. 7 miles to Univ. of CT Storrs Campus. PERMITTED USES: Retail, Restaurant, Food + beverage stores for sale of groceries 'Banking, Personal service, Fitness/Dance facilities, Professional Office, Day Care Center…
Listed by Mark J Pensa of Pequot Commercial
Price$479,900
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MLS Number 170285889
An exceptional property that has been meticulously maintained and consistently updated. Inviting floor plan with center entry through front covered porch. You'll immediately be drawn to the quality craftsmanship, hardwood floors, detailed crown, chair and baseboard moldings, 6-panel solid doors and freshly painted colorful interior. No expense spared during original construction. The open floor plan allows for easy movement through the home and entertainment friendly. The fully applianced custom kitchen opens to informal dining space with expanded prep area, built-in wine rack and fridge. You can choose to get comfortable at the breakfast nook with loads of sunshine and access to the outdoors. The fireplaced family room blends nicely to complete the back side of the interior. Other spaces include more formalized dining and living areas and a great billiards room. Master bedroom suite, sitting area, cathedral ceilings, custom upscale walk-in closet, built-ins, great shower, whirlpool tub, etc. a must see. Situated on a gorgeous 8 acre professionally landscaped parcel in a quiet and diverse neighborhood. Multiple outbuildings and acreage allow for some creative subdivision opportunities. Great place to practice your hobbies if you're a car enthusiast or a gardener with great spaces and greenhouse. Moving South and will surely miss this house. Feels like a vacation destination in the country, that you can live in all year long. Rural yet close to UConn, Hartford and Boston.
Listed by Brian P McCarthy of Home Selling Team
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Price$460,000
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MLS Number 170269458
"Little Creek Farm" and is a beautiful property full of open fields, riding rings and fencing. It is located on a country setting of Ashford bordered by beautiful scenery. The property has a huge barn, 2-car detached garage and a shed. The house is well built and comfortable with Rumsford fireplace in the living room and ample open kitchen space. There are two bedrooms downstairs that can be used as bedrooms or living spaces and two bedrooms upstairs. The barn is has 4 stalls, hay storage for 300 bales, tack room and a grain bin. All mechanicals and heating systems and CA are updated and there is water and electricity at the barn. It is a super property that is offered the first time on the market. The open fields are terrific and the house is beautiful with the wide board HW floors, large open eat-in spacious working kitchen and special woodwork. Just come and take a look and meet "Rosy" the horse and the goats.
Listed by Art Kostapapas of Weichert,REALTORS-Four Corners
Price$424,500
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MLS Number 170212878
TO BE BUILT ALL PICTURES ARE SIMILAR. THIS LOT IS CLEARED AND READY TO GO. Stunning CRAFTSMAN Contemporary Cape. Beautiful lines and OPEN floor plan. Vaulted ceiling with a balcony overlooking the fireplaced LR. Hardwood flooring, KITCHEN with granite countertops and large or double sink Ready for occupancy within 120 days. FIRST FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM SUITE. The lot is rolling and has views of Lake Ashford. Lakewood Lane is an 19 lot subdivision near the State Forest and Lake Ashford. Nine of the lots have been sold and there are ready build houses on them and people are living there. The remaining 11 lots (some in Ashford some in Eastford) are ready to be built upon, some have Lake Ashford views and some lots are on a cul-de-sac. 20 minutes away from UCONN, 15 minuteS to I-84 towards Boston or Hartford and access to shopping, schools and recreation area.You will be suprised of the beautiful road that exists now (Lakewoods Lane) which lends itself to bicycling and walking your dog. We have all plans, maps, details for homes and designs, flooring, siding and counter samples to pick from or bring a plan of your own. Lakewood Lane subdivison has 19 lots, 8 sold, 11 left. There are subdivision maps and lot maps. There is a whole set of maps for all lots/ house locations, house plans, flooring siding samples, kitchen counter and samples at 87 and 64 Lakewood Lane (MODEL HOMES). We have house plans, you can bring your own house plans. We can price and built your new home.
Listed by Art Kostapapas of Weichert,REALTORS-Four Corners
Price$375,000
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MLS Number 170239342
You will be amazed the minute you enter this 3,700 sq ft. 10 rm custom built builder's own home. The builder meticulously designed this spectacular home with care & intention for family gatherings & has everything today's buyers are seeking in a home. This nature lovers dream home sits on over 7.5 acres, is privately situated, hidden from the road & is in reach of everything southern new england has to offer. 10 min from uconn & downtown storrs, exactly halfway between hartford & providence (40 mins), 90 mins from boston & 2 hours from ny city. Stunning wood floors run throughout the entire home. The expansive eat in kitchen has a new granite countertop on an island that comfortably sits 6 plus. Perfect for entertaining. The family room has cathedral ceilings, a wood stove with a brick backdrop & an office nook. Sliders off the family room go out to an expansive multi-level deck & pool with views of the secluded wooded backyard. The 1st floor includes a large mudroom & two additional rooms which can be used for living room, office/den, additional bedroom which would be perfect for in-law or aupair. The 2nd floor will not disappoint. The bedrooms are spacious with large closets. Huge master bedroom with en-suite bath and walk-in closet. High ceilings in the large spacious unfinished basement. This home offers loads of space, great flow, open floor plan, bright spacious layout, beautifully sized rooms, high ceilings & every amenity needed for everyday living & entertaining.
Listed by Carole King of Keller Williams Realty
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Price$349,900
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MLS Number 170275161
Very Rare investment property, Huge four unit home fully occupied. Each unit is 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. Home is huge, with a huge 2 car garage with a bonus area above that could be converted into another rental possibility. Home needs some tlc but is a true cash cow and is a great addition to someones portfolio. Huge level yard with over 2 acres. Very quiet wooded area.
Listed by Michael J. Martin of Keller Williams Realty Gr.Worc
Price$315,000
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MLS Number 170268327
Welcome to your private nature retreat, gentlemen's farm with assess to the Mount Hope River beautiful for horse lovers and naturalists with great hiking, fields and forest swimming, fishing, birding. Solid well built home with many updates, central air, hardwood floors, 2 bathrooms, first floor bedroom or office great for home business, large living room, dining, room and kitchen, three bedrooms on second floor, large front to back media room on lower level with private entrance, two car attached garage and a nice out building, barn encompasses two finished horse stall and tack room there is plenty room for hay storage and parking farm equipment. There is an gorgeous in-ground pool, pool house, a great deck for entertaining friends and family. Close to UConn, ECSU and Rt 84 for easy commute.
Listed by Carol C Webb of Home Selling Team
Price$309,900
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MLS Number 170237419
Welcome to this beautiful dollhouse on Lake Chaffee. Extra wide lot perfect for entertaining or just relaxing watching the birds. Water front access. Easy entry to lake for swimming, kayaking or just relaxing. Not one corner is untouched in this ranch with basement. Addition and new roof is 5 years old. A new boiler was just installed second week of October. Well and septic just serviced. Home is equipped with generator hookup and generator. Outside storage shed will also be staying. Theres not enough words to describe this gem. When you schedule your appointment and come for a showing, you will not be disappointed.
Listed by Nelson Foss of Executive Real Estate Inc.
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Price$304,900
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MLS Number 170154421
GREAT SPACE BEING OFFERED FOR THIS NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME. Presently this home is complete and staged with furniture. Tiled bathrooms are in, kitchen is finished with PLENTY OF granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Deck in the back WAS JUST STAINED with access stairs to the back yard. It has 2 full bathrooms on the first floor, half bath on the lower level where the washer and dryer facility is also located. HW floors on the first floor with carpet in the bedrooms and tile in the bathrooms. Quality work throughout. Powered by propane hot air heat and featuring a propane fired fireplace. Bright double pane tilt-out HARVEY windows. Extra insulation factors to today's building code for heat savings. The lower level features a walkout basement and the lower level family/recreation (25x12) room can be finished at a future time. There is large deck (16x14) off the sliders in the DR area that has a staircase to a great level backyard. This is a true walkout basement through sliders. The 2-car garage under is oversized with plenty of storage on the sides, middle and back. Nice level lot and plenty of space. tHIS IS THE LARGEST LOT ON THE SUBDIVISION WITH OVER 4 ACRES OF LAND. House is 100% complete. Ready to close in 30 days. OPEN HOUSES every Saturday from 12-3pm. RCN New Home Construction Licence NHC #0015354 VA contractor number 04242
Listed by Art Kostapapas of Weichert,REALTORS-Four Corners
Price$299,900
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MLS Number 170271751
Top 5 great reasons to buy this beautiful home in a lake association community! 1.Membership to the Ashford Lake Association within walking distance 2. A huge master suite with 2 walkin closets, big tub and walkin shower, 3.A private lot that offers a fabulous backyard deck and lots of cleared yard for games, entertainment and the shed that is included. 4.An oversized garage that offers space for additional motor toys, yard equipment and direct entry into the kitchen. 5.Partially finished basement that offers an additional 300 s/f for a total of 2834 s/f of living space. Those may be top 5 however so much more! A first floor family room with a well taken care of pellet stove, beautiful hardwood floors, and front to back natural light. Many updates can be seen appreciated throughout the home such as new carpets, new kitchen cabinets and countertops, a bonus room that can be used as an office freshly painted and overall condition of responsible homeowner maintenance at all times! This house is a terrific destination home within walking distance to a lake or a home that offers privacy, serenity and the luxury of a spacious home!
Listed by Kathleen Danais of Coldwell Banker Res Brokerage
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Price$285,000
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MLS Number 170247849
Enjoy an abundance of privacy in this spacious 2800 sq foot home with open floor plan. This home boasts three fireplaces and three wood stoves as well as a top of the line Burderus boiler and attached 2 car garage. Five bedrooms,including an oasis like master suite with its own fireplace and bath. Possibilities abound. Don't need 5 bedrooms? Make the smallest room a 2nd floor laundry, hookups are already in place, and use another as a home office. Conveniently located for commuting this contemporary colonial is a must see. Less than 2 miles from the junction of Routes 44 and Route 89 in Ashford, and only 15 minutes to UCONN! This is not a drive by! House is back on market through no fault of it's own, through appraisal and inspections.
Listed by Diane Chapin of CR Premier Properties
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Price$279,900
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MLS Number 170235235
Enjoy gorgeous waterfront views and the quiet peaceful setting with this immaculate 5 room waterfront home with great level lot on Lake Chaffee. Home features nice open layout! Modern kitchen with quartz counter tops and new double sink open to dining room with sliders to large new oversized 16x12 deck with incredible lake views! 2 bedrooms with shiplap ceilings. modern full bath with new counter top and toilet. Spiral staircase to huge lower level family room leads to large 23x10 screen porch. Newer roof. Vinyl sided exterior. Thermopane windows. new Rheem water heater. 1st floor laundry. 2 large 16x8 storage sheds. Assoc. fee $250 yr. enjoy fishing off your own 16x12 dock and enjoy swimming, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle board, etc. See it today!
Listed by Joe Sciarra of D.W. Fish Real Estate
Price$279,000
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MLS Number 170273695
Lake Living...DIRECT WATERFRONT on 54 acre Lake Chaffee. This charming ranch style home offers expansive views, a fireplace Living room, hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, finished walkout lower level w/ Bar, central air, 1 car detached garage, Klotter Farm shed, generator hookup, patio & deck over looking the beautiful level backyard.
Listed by Sarah Tetreault of CR Premier Properties
Price$255,500
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MLS Number 170278319
Beautifully maintained home with a bright and easy-flowing, unique floor plan. The main level features an spacious entry with access to the attached garage, half bath, laundry, and an expansive Family Room with a beautiful gas fire place (this room is currently being utilized as a master bedroom), and an open stairway leading to the upper level. Gleaming hardwood floors lead you through this level of the home which features a roomy living room with vaulted ceilings and into an open eat-in kitchen with sliders to an upper deck that overlooks the private yard. Down the hall, hardwood floors lead you to 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a Master Bedroom with its own full bath. This home is meticulous and ready for you to move right in!
Listed by Sue Esposito of Home Selling Team
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Price$245,000
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MLS Number 170258183
^This house had the entire foundation replaced (10/29/2019), new painting and hardwood floors were redone. It is a beautiful well working house on the corner of Turnpike Road and Kidderbrook Road. The interior is spacious with many skylights in the main living area and master bedroom. Its full of natural light and the sunroom with ceramic tile floor (2012) with front and back sliders, compliments the house. the kitchen (updated 2012) has granite countertops, new cabinets, new ceramic tile floor, stainless steel appliances, glass bowl sinks and opens up to a cathedral ceiling LR (with freshly sealed and beaming HW floors) with bow windows. The master bedroom , with its own full bath (16x16 just the room with new hardwood flooring installed in 2104) offers privacy and space. The basement is full and houses the oil furnace with domestic hot water and has access to the 2-car garage underneath. The landscaping is mature and will be tended to more work in the spring because of the disruption in putting in a new foundation. There is an attic located off the master bedroom. If you need your own bedroom on the first floor with a full bath, in addition to another full bath, on the first floor, this house is designed in this manner. Its a great house to see and appreciate.
Listed by Art Kostapapas of Weichert,REALTORS-Four Corners
Price$229,900
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MLS Number 170268189
Age is only a number when it comes to this house. House was stripped to the studs and completely remodeled between 2017 and 2019. Walk through a convenient mud room into a nicely remodeled move-in ready home. Boasts a large living room with lots of natural light and refinished hardwood floors (2017). Updated LED lighting, including recessed LED lights throughout. Updated kitchen with newer appliances and granite countertops (2017). Master bedroom on first-floor with walk-in closet and private bathroom featuring a rain head shower head. Another bedroom on 1st floor with two larger bedrooms on second floor. Has two full bathrooms and a 1/2 bath with washer and dryer on main floor. 2 oil tanks. Replacement vinyl windows. Newer septic (2004). New roof, freshly stained deck, new electric panel and vinyl siding done in 2019. Large driveway with plenty of convenient parking and an oversized two-car detached garage/workshop (28'x34') with power. Close to UConn and I-84. There's a beautiful pond (Hall's Pond) just a 1 1/2 miles down the road excellent for canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Agent owned.
Listed by Kelly A Brock of William Raveis Real Estate
Price$214,000
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MLS Number 170279364
Come check out this charming Cape in a country setting. This home features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Upstairs the ¾ dormer allows for 2 large bedrooms, a full bath and lots of storage. The kitchen was remodeled in 2015 with new appliances, cabinets and countertop. Step inside the living room with a cozy propane stove that keeps the house warm. In addition, there are two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level. A large flat wooded backyard completes this property! House has easy access to Interstate 84. Come take a look! This house is move in ready for your family!
Listed by Lisa Orcutt of Ferrigno-Storrs, REALTORS LLC
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Price$189,900
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MLS Number 170265364
Both apartments are rented to long term tenants. Both apartments have separate utilities. Separate propane gas heating units. The building was gutted and totally renovated in 2005. Brand new complete septic system and tank was installed the summer of 2019. Good income property.
Listed by Art Kostapapas of Weichert,REALTORS-Four Corners
Price$189,900
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MLS Number 170273906
Charming Historic Cape Cod style built in 1747. Offers 7 rooms with 2 large size bedrooms & 2 bathroom. The kitchen has been updated with Stainless Steal appliances with Quarts counter tops. Has a beautiful wide chestnut wood floor with attractive wood beams and more. Center working fireplace front to back between the dinning room and living room with spiral staircase to enter the lower level. Skylights in the upper level full bathroom. Must see.
Listed by Raymond K Landry and Luis Gomes of Vylla Homes Real Estate
Price$169,900
MLS Number 170271702
Don't judge this book by it's cover. If you are looking to purchase a bar/restaurant- look no further. Turn key business available on well traveled Route 44 in Ashford. Everything inside is only 7 years old or younger including all kitchen equipment which will convey with the sale (except the alcohol due to state law). Must see inside to really appreciate the cleanliness and good condition. Owner gutted the property in 2012 and rebuilt, also added additional restaurant space in 2018. Seating for 70+ patrons. There is a regular local crowd and a seasonal crowd from the nearby summer camp grounds. A little advertising could increase business as this owner has only relied on word of mouth and signage.
Listed by Heather Meehan of Meehan & Daughters Real Estate
Price$154,900
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MLS Number 170271847
Three bed/two bath Ranch on nice, level lot. Open living area with sliders to backyard. Large basement. Ready to make your own!
Listed by Colleen Pickwick of William Raveis Real Estate
Price$134,900
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MLS Number 170257650
Just needs your design ideas, all the major stuff has been done! Rebuilt home in Lake Chaffee neighborhood, offers lake views,french doors, open concept main level with 9 ' ceilings, main level bedroom, bath and a master suite on second level. Home has been freshy sided, central air, propane heat, 200 amp service, dry walled and roughed in plumbing all installed.
Listed by Suzanne Moulton of Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Price$114,900
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MLS Number G10132296
22 Acres with road frontage at 2 locations on Kidder Brook Road. Land gently slopes (westerly) toward brook in rear.
Listed by Andy Goodhall of Connecticut Crossroads Realty
Price$89,900
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MLS Number 170090125
12 Acre approved lot with 275 feet of frontage on Hnath Road. Rear area is high elevation with possible views. Former Christmas tree stand, now, over grown.
Listed by Andy Goodhall of Connecticut Crossroads Realty
Price$89,900
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MLS Number 170159105
THIS LOT IS CLEARED AND READY TO GO. It has a partial view of Lake Ashford to the South and has a strong possibility for a walk-out basement. Its located at the end of the cul-de-sac with plenty of frontage. This Lot is located at Lake Wood Lane, Ashford/Eastford. Subdivision of 19 lots. 101 Homes are already built, 3 are complete and available for sale and the Ranch on Lot4 has been framed and a roof has been placed on it. People are living there and they enjoy the quitness and serenity of this upcoming subdivision. Mail delivery, UPS delivery and the school bus stops right in front of the houses. Any empty lot is available for sale or you can custom built your own house or we can built you a house based on your own floor plan. Please visit the subdivision and see that is an ALIVE and UPCOMING subdivision in Ashford/Eastford. There is a MODEL HOME available to see the quality of construction being offered. Call for more details. OPEN HOUSES are every Saturday from 12-3pm.
Listed by Art Kostapapas of Weichert,REALTORS-Four Corners
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