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Trumbull, CT / SOLD
5940 Main StreetTrumbull, CT 06611
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Sale Price$710,000ClosedMay 6, 2026
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Our Take
5940 Main Street is a five-bedroom Antique Colonial in Trumbull’s Long Hill neighborhood. The home combines high ceilings, hardwood floors, oversized windows, and a gas-fireplace living room with access to a side porch. Its main level includes a flexible room, a first-floor bedroom beside a full bath, and another room that can serve as a bedroom, den, library, television room, or office. A spacious kitchen flows into a grand dining area, creating a layout suited to both everyday use and larger gatherings.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24153709- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 0 half
- Square feet
- 2,208
- Year built
- 1900
- Acres
- 0.38
- Property taxes
- $10,865
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- Antique Colonial built by Lucius Burroughs in 1855
- High ceilings and oversized windows
- Gas fireplace with side-porch access
- Flexible main-level room
- First-floor bedroom beside a full bath
- Additional room with built-ins and closet
- Kitchen flowing into a grand dining area
- Sweeping staircase to the second floor
Read the full listing description
Introducing a truly special Antique Colonial, rich in history, thoughtfully updated, and beautifully suited for modern living. Ideally located in the sought-after Long Hill neighborhood, this distinctive residence, built by Lucius Burroughs in 1855, blends timeless character with the comfort and functionality today's buyers seek. From the moment you step inside, the home feels open and welcoming. With over 2,200 square feet, soaring ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and oversized windows, natural light fills each room, creating an airy and uplifting atmosphere. The main level offers gracious flexibility. Just off the primary living spaces, a versatile room works well as a family room, playroom, or mudroom. Nearby, a first-floor bedroom sits adjacent to a full bath-ideal for guests or multigenerational living. An additional bedroom on this level, includes built-ins and a closet and may function as a bedroom as originally designed, or as a tv room/ den, library, or home office (see floor plan). At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen features a timeless color palette and abundant storage, flowing seamlessly into the grand dining area, perfect for gatherings both large and small. The living room with access to the side porch is anchored by a gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space to relax. A graceful sweeping staircase rises to the second floor, adding both character and architectural charm.
Schools
- Elementary
- Middlebrook
- Middle
- Madison
- High
- Trumbull
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $710,000 | |
| Original list price | $700,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $710,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $3,550. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. · (203) 261-2260
Wendy Storms
SmartMLS · Listing #24153709 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 12:21 PM EDT.
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