185 Washington Street, Norwich, CT 06360

Norwich
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185 Washington Street,Norwich, CT 06360
$525,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,336 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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Listed by: victoria obrotsa(860) 222-6140
Office: re/max coast and country(860) 536-7600
MLS#:24199518
Source:CT

Price summary

  • Price:$525,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$157.37

About this home

Known as the Converse House, this c. 1870 High Victorian Gothic landmark was built for Colonel Charles A. Converse, a Norwich businessman and philanthropist. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the Chelsea Parade Historic District, the home is steps from Washington Park and offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree and modern comfort. A distinctive seven-sided front porch welcomes you inside, where historic details include a built-in preacher's bench, pocket doors, a gracious parlor, library, two living rooms, fireplaces, a walnut-paneled dining room, butler's pantry, cedar closets, and a whimsical widow's peak. The thoughtfully updated home offers five bedrooms and has been enhanced for today's living with a new slate and copper roof, new electrical, new sewer line, new gas furnace, and an on-demand hot water heater. The front porch features new Indonesian Batu wood flooring, complemented by a new slate patio. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1870
  • Listing ID #:24199518
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:August 20, 2026 at 11:33 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:11
  • Kitchen Description:Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full Basement, Partially Finished
  • Living area:3,336 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Window Unit
  • Heating:Gas on Gas, Radiator, Steam, Wood/Coal Stove

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Metal, Slate
  • Year built:1870
  • Building area:3,336 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.61 Acres
  • Lot Features:Fence - Chain Link, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Historic District, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Treed
  • Architectural Style:Victorian
  • Construction Materials:Wood
  • Exterior Features:Balcony, Barn, Breezeway, French Doors, Garden Area, Lighting, Porch, Wrap Around Deck

Schools

  • High school:Norwich Free Academy
  • Elementary school:Samuel Huntington

Utilities

  • Water:Public Water Connected
  • Sewer:Public Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$525,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$157.37
  • Tax amount:$12,684 (July 2026-June 2027)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Dryer, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Icemaker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Amenities:Auto Garage Door Opener, Basketball Court, Lake, Library, Park, Private School(s), Putting Green

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:5
  • Parking description:Asphalt, Barn, Detached Garage, Driveway, Paved, Private
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1
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