$985,000
SOLD AUG 26, 2024
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,171 Sq Ft
2.01 Acres

Recently Sold

$236 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cabana
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic
  • Middle Gate Elementary School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2024

Are you looking for a beautiful, spacious home on a desirable cul-de-sac close to amenities? 10 Avalon Way is your at-home private oasis. This well-kept and renovated colonial offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms & unbeatable indoor/ outdoor entertaining spaces! The kitchen is brand new with custom cabinetry, two oversized islands with Brazilian quartzite countertops, stunning large format tile backsplash and any home cook's favorite details: dual beverage stations both with sinks & refrigerators, oversized farmhouse sink with a dishwasher on each side, warming drawer, combo convection oven/microwave, 6 burner propane cooktop, double wall ovens, custom baking station with pull up mixer and column refrigerator & freezer for extra space! There's a large mudroom with soapstone benches & butler's pantry with granite countertops, marble backsplash and more storage! The vaulted ceiling living room is off the kitchen with fireplace. The vaulted ceiling primary suite has a walk-in closet, en-suite bath with jetted tub & double sink vanity. Upstairs has 4 additional bedrooms, full bathroom and laundry nook. The basement is newly finished with a full kitchen and full bathroom, a great hangout spot or guest/in-law option! The remarkable exterior offers two large patios with gorgeous wood burning fireplace, hot tub, fenced-in saltwater pool with slide, cabana with fans & lights, built-in island with outdoor-rated kegerator & drink fridge - offering the best place to entertain!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kayla Giacobbe

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0828838 Listed on: 05/21/2024

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Co-Listed By

Andrea Viscuso

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0800667

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacy Haggerty

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0813421

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,055

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 2.01 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Bonus Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Instant Hot Water

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry on upper level

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Pool Slide

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Middle Gate Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Downstairs refrigerator, one of the outdoor rated food refrigerators, outdoor TV & sound bar, and grill. Connect with LA Kayla on other items.
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1749411

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,055

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3031
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1140
  • Total Sq Ft: 4171
  • Year Built: 1998
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Exclusions: Downstairs refrigerator, one of the outdoor rated food refrigerators, outdoor TV & sound bar, and grill. Connect with LA Kayla on other items.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: High Bridge Road to Avalon, on right
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3031
  • Street Type: Way
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Hatchway
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water Tap, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Level/ Washer and Dryer Included.
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 10
  • Other SqFt Description: Basement is finished.

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Grill, Sidewalk, Shed, Cabana, Lighting, Hot Tub, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Heated, Slide, Safety Fence, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Middle Gate
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.01
  • Lot Description: Level Lot On Cul-De-Sac Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Parcel #: 1749411

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 12055
  • Total Assessed Value: 446970
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.97

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Middle Gate
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 21, 2024
Closed on
Aug 22, 2024
Sold by
Papscoe Richard and Papscoe Carly
Bought by
Dean David
Seller's Agent
Kayla Giacobbe
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Stacy Haggerty
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$917,500
Sold Price
$985,000
Premium/Discount to List
$67,500
7.36%
Total Days on Market
48
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$971,942

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$13,058
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.63%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2020
Closed on
Nov 20, 2020
Sold by
Laaksonen Paul A and Laaksonen Stacia
Bought by
Papscoe Carly and Papscoe Richard
Seller's Agent
Mary Guertin
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Keira Cottrell
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
4.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.52%
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 1998
Sold by
Samaha Llc
Bought by
Laaksonen Paul A and Laaksonen Stacia
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $985,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $985,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $985,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $575,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $575,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $575,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $400,400 --
Warranty Deed $400,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $120,579 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $460,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $270,100 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2024 08/26/24 Sold $985,000 +7.4% $236 / Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2024 05/21/24 For Sale $917,500 +59.6% $220 / Sq Ft
12/04/2020 12/04/20 Sold $575,000 +4.5% $190 / Sq Ft
11/02/2020 11/02/20 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2020 09/25/20 For Sale $550,000 -- $181 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $12,055 $446,970 $116,790 $330,180
2023 $11,728 $446,970 $116,790 $330,180
2022 $11,256 $324,650 $91,860 $232,790
2021 $11,045 $318,770 $91,860 $226,910
2020 $11,080 $318,770 $91,860 $226,910
2019 $11,084 $318,770 $91,860 $226,910
2018 $10,915 $318,770 $91,860 $226,910
2017 $11,098 $327,650 $91,960 $235,690
2016 $11,009 $327,650 $91,960 $235,690
2015 $10,835 $327,650 $91,960 $235,690
2014 $10,914 $327,650 $91,960 $235,690
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24012908

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000048-000002-000011-000009