$449,000
SOLD MAR 7, 2025

116 Bretton Rd Middletown, CT 06457

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,264 Sq Ft
0.46 Acres

Recently Sold

$105 Per Sq Ft

118 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Property is near public transit
  • Attic
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Finished Attic
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of March 2025

This Stately brick colonial located on a picturesque .46-acre corner lot with mature landscaping & inground pool has old world charm & character throughout! Unlimited lifestyle options in 3464+ SQ FT of living space: 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 4 bonus rooms, an ample sun porch & 2-car garage. The stunning foyer greets you with soaring ceilings, a grand staircase & lead glass accents. The wood carved archway leads to a spacious formal living room with hardwood floors, crown molding, built in bookshelves & a wood burning fireplace. Double French doors open into a sunroom with wraparound windows. The foyer's other wood carved archway leads to the formal dining room - perfect for entertaining. The eat in kitchen features glass sliders that open to a large deck for grilling or enjoying the grounds. The bonus room by the kitchen & 1/2 bath could be a bedroom/office. The 2nd floor has 4 beds, 2 full baths & bonus room all with high ceilings, hardwood floors, large closets, crown molding & oversized windows. The finished attic is glorious with 2 rooms, walk-in cedar closet & full bath. The newly carpeted basement attaches to the garage & backyard, truly a gardener's dream: beautiful trees, stone walls, bluestone patios, frog pond & inground pool. Walk to Wesleyan, the trails of Wadsworth Park & a short drive to shopping & all the restaurants that downtown Middletown has to offer! Loved since 1982 by its current owners, this home awaits its next steward!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jack Hill

Seabury Hill REALTORS License #REB.0793405 Listed on: 09/23/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Sacha Armstrong

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0804343

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,542

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-15

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Storm Windows
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1003649

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,542

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3464
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 4264
  • Year Built: 1927
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Medical Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: Upper Level
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Seller(s) are selling the property in "as is" condition.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Pine Street to Bretton Road
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3464
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Garage Access, Partially Finished, Walk-out, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Hook up in basement & 2nd floor closet
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 116

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, Shed, Porch, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.46
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial Corner Lot Lightly Wooded Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-15
  • Parcel #: 1003649

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 11542
  • Total Assessed Value: 313630
  • Mil Rate Total: 30.1

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 23, 2024
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Arafeh Mehadin K Est and Arafeh
Bought by
Atherton Kellin M and Atherton Sigrid A
Seller's Agent
Jack Hill
Seabury Hill REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Sacha Armstrong
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$449,000
Total Days on Market
118
Views
208
Current Estimated Value
$475,568

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,568
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.79%
Original Mortgage
$426,550
Outstanding Balance
$425,843
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$49,725

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2024
Sold by
Arafeh Barbara M
Bought by
Arafeh Mehadin K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 1982
Bought by
Arafeh Mehadin K and Arafeh Barbara M
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
Executors Deed $449,000 None Available
Executors Deed $449,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $426,550 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $426,550 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $125,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Sold $449,000 0.0% $105 / Sq Ft
01/24/2025 01/24/25 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2024 09/27/24 For Sale $449,000 -- $105 / 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 $11,542 $313,630 $69,080 $244,550
2023 $11,008 $313,630 $69,080 $244,550
2022 $10,223 $232,350 $46,050 $186,300
2021 $10,223 $232,350 $46,050 $186,300
2020 $10,270 $232,350 $46,050 $186,300
2019 $10,316 $232,350 $46,050 $186,300
2018 $10,154 $232,350 $46,050 $186,300
2017 $9,371 $221,020 $55,060 $165,960
2016 $9,106 $221,020 $55,060 $165,960
2015 $8,752 $221,020 $55,060 $165,960
2014 $8,841 $221,020 $55,060 $165,960
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24046653

SmartMLS

APN: MTWN-000026-000000-000130