$970,000
SOLD JUL 15, 2024

12 Sylvan Rd Monterey, MA 01245

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
0.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$485 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Fireplace
  • Lake View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of July 2024

Welcome to your idyllic lakefront retreat on the shores of Lake Garfield. This charming year-round home built in the 70s has 140' of lake frontage w/ stunning views, direct water access & 2 docks. 1/2 acre lot w/ 2,000 sq.ft. of living space--3 BRs & 2 full BAs. H/W floors, WBFP, W/D & central vacuum enhance the home. The unfinished basement w/ dirt floor provides good storage or potential for customization. Outdoor living on the large Trex deck & electric awning is perfect to enjoy the tranquil lake views. A wall of windows in the open-plan living/dining/kitchen provides uninterrupted water vistas. Designed for year-round enjoyment, this lakefront home combines classic charm w/ modern conveniences. Looking for a peaceful retreat or a permanent residence this property is not to be missed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Lazarus

COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB License #9514669 Listed on: 05/22/2024

COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB

Last Buyer's Agent

Leslie Chesloff

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON License #9537915

WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,217

Year Built

  • 1970

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 140' x 150'

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Dirt Floor

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Approach with Ramp

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Monterey Elementary School
  • Mount Everett Middle School
  • Mount Everett High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Gravity Heating System
  • Private Water Source
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Fiber Optics Available

Community Details

  • Mandatory Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,217

Year Built

1970

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style: Other
  • Accessibility: 1st Flr Full Bath, Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Directions: Coming from Tyringham, follow Main Rd to Monterey Rd. Make a right. Take Monterey Rd. to Sylvan Rd. Make a left. Property will be on your right.
  • Marketing Headline: LAKEFRONT RETREAT
  • Views: Water, Lake
  • Estimated Year Built: 1970
  • Right Of Way: Unk
  • Property Water Features: Lake Access, Lake, Public Beach, Frontage on Water, Dock
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1970

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Built-In Electric Oven, Cooktop, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Freezer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Unfinished, Full
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, High Speed Wiring, Fireplace (s)
  • Floor: Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile
  • Sq Ft Liv Apx: 2000.00
  • Total Rooms: 6

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Amenities: Deck, Dock, Trash Private, Lighting
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles, Membrane
  • Waterfront Lake Pond Name: Lake Garfield
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces Type: Off Street
  • Garage: None

Utilities

  • Electric Type: 200 Amp
  • Fuel: Electric, Propane
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Internet Service: Fiber Optic Availabl
  • Sewer: Other, Private
  • Underground Oil Tank: No
  • Water: Private
  • Flood Hazard Area: Unk
  • Heat Cool Vent: Electric, Ceiling Fan, Other, Gravity

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Mandatory HOA: Yes
  • Fee Includes: Road Maintenance
  • H O A Community Fees H O A Fee: 33.33

Schools

  • Elementary School: Monterey
  • Middle School: Mount Everett
  • High School: Mount Everett

Lot Info

  • Estimated Acres: 0.50
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21780.00
  • Right To Farm Comm: Unk
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: 140' x 150'
  • Easement: No
  • Survey: Unk

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4217.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Monterey
  • High School: Mount Everett
  • Middle School: Mount Everett

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2024
Current Estimated Value
$1,002,830

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2007
Sold by
Eschen Georgianna
Bought by
Ferraro Mark and Ferraro Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$413,600
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2000
Sold by
Wondrasch Paul
Bought by
Lila Daniel and Lila Eschen T
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
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Deed $517,000 --
Deed $517,000 --
Deed $135,000 --
Deed $517,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $405,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $417,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $413,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $77,550 No Value Available
Previous Owner $560,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $222,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $190,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $106,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $50,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2024 07/15/24 Sold $970,000 -0.9% $485 / Sq Ft
05/24/2024 05/24/24 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2024 05/22/24 For Sale $979,000 -- $490 / Sq Ft
Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

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
2025 $4,431 $688,000 $501,900 $186,100
2024 $4,217 $688,000 $501,900 $186,100
2023 $3,930 $645,300 $489,800 $155,500
2022 $4,509 $619,300 $489,800 $129,500
2021 $4,502 $619,300 $489,800 $129,500
2020 $360 $619,300 $489,800 $129,500
2019 $4,583 $619,300 $489,800 $129,500
2018 $356 $602,700 $474,900 $127,800
2017 $354 $602,700 $474,900 $127,800
2016 $3,767 $602,700 $474,900 $127,800
2015 $3,568 $602,700 $474,900 $127,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 243271

Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®

APN: MONT-000101-000044