1695 Connecticut home restored for $1m now listed at $1.45m
The historic Ebenezer Grant House in South Windsor, Connecticut, has been listed for $1.45 million following a $1 million restoration. The property, which dates back to the 18th century and has ties to Benjamin Franklin and Ulysses S. Grant, was significantly renovated after selling for $399,000 in 2024.
Why it matters
The sale illustrates the extreme appreciation of historic real estate when paired with high-end restoration in the current luxury housing market.
In the quiet town of South Windsor, Connecticut, a house with a story as rich as its woodwork has just hit the market for $1.45 million. The Ebenezer Grant House, built between 1757 and 1758, is more than just a historic property: it’s a living piece of American history. British prisoners once slept beneath its roof, a future president’s relatives walked its halls, and centuries-old craftsmanship still frames its entrance, according to reports. Now, after a jaw-dropping $1 million restoration, the home that once held Benjamin Franklin’s son under Revolutionary War confinement has been returned to its original glory, blending historical charm with modern elegance, according to Realtor.com.A home with deep rootsThe house was built for merchant Ebenezer Grant, a collateral relative of President Ulysses S. Grant. Ulysses descended through Ebenezer’s brother, Noah.
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