Seller's Agent in 2021
Kathy Schellens
William Pitt
(860) 395-4441
2 in this area
81 Total Sales
1221 Essex Rd Westbrook, CT 06498
Estimated Value: $659,000 - $812,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,583
Sq Ft
$283/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Access
- 3.5 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Westbrook Middle School Rated A-
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Secluded Lot
About This Home
As of February 2021Make this perfect & private Country Retreat yours! Safely hidden away on 3.5 beautiful Acres yet only minutes from major highways, Westbrook, Old Saybrook & Essex. This five bedroom home is truly lovely! The spacious kitchen has a large granite-topped island, gas range and greenhouse window. A bonus is the kitchen fireplace which is ideal for cool Fall and Winter evenings. Entertain guests in the dining room with its bay window overlooking your pretty yard or outdoors on the expansive 35'x16' deck. There are two bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths and laundry on the first floor. If you don't need 5 bedrooms, two bedrooms would make wonderful offices. Accessed from a private staircase is a stunning cathedral-ceilinged Master Bedroom w/skylights, beams and private bath. Two additional bedrooms and a bath are located off the home's second staircase. The full basement offers great storage space. An oversized two car garage is ideal for cars or boats. House has a Propane generator. Are you a nature lover? This property is located across the street from The Preserve which is a 963-acre forest preserve with hiking trails, wetlands & numerous bird & mammal species. Although you are in a private country location you have the use of the Westbrook Town Beach. You are only minutes from wonderful restaurants, shops, marinas and Long Island Sound. Midway between New York and Boston. This home is ready for immediate occupancy! Pack your bags and move to the Shoreline! You will love it!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0661877 Listed on: 10/07/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
PB Baraket
Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0781388
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,771
Year Built
- Built in 1988
Lot Details
- 3.5 Acre Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Interior Lot
- Property is zoned RR
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Clap Board Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,583 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Deck
- Shared Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Deck
Location
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Daisy Ingraham Elementary School
- Westbrook Middle School
- Westbrook High School
Utilities
- Mini Split Air Conditioners
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Power Generator
- Private Company Owned Well
- Propane Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Ground
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 1998
Sold by
Spencer Virginia H
Bought by
Bell Martin A
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,600
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Martin A | $189,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Heriberto Flores | $348,000 | |
| Closed | Bell Martin A | $324,000 | |
| Closed | Bell Martin A | $284,000 | |
| Closed | Bell Martin A | $149,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2021 02/26/21 | Sold | $445,000 | -1.1% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 01/12/2021 01/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/21/2020 10/21/20 | Price Changed | $449,900 | -4.3% | $174 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2020 10/07/20 | Price Changed | $469,900 | -1.1% | $182 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2020 10/07/20 | For Sale | $475,000 | +35.7% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2015 07/01/15 | Sold | $350,000 | -14.6% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2015 06/05/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2015 04/21/15 | For Sale | $410,000 | -- | $159 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,971 | $309,820 | $109,200 | $200,620 |
| 2024 | $6,723 | $309,820 | $109,200 | $200,620 |
| 2023 | $6,605 | $309,820 | $109,200 | $200,620 |
| 2022 | $6,432 | $309,820 | $109,200 | $200,620 |
| 2021 | $5,771 | $230,820 | $55,020 | $175,800 |
| 2020 | $5,771 | $230,820 | $55,020 | $175,800 |
| 2019 | $5,694 | $230,820 | $55,020 | $175,800 |
| 2018 | $5,625 | $230,820 | $55,020 | $175,800 |
| 2017 | $5,625 | $230,820 | $55,020 | $175,800 |
| 2016 | $5,783 | $249,930 | $68,770 | $181,160 |
| 2015 | $5,626 | $249,930 | $68,770 | $181,160 |
| 2014 | $5,446 | $249,930 | $68,770 | $181,160 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
PB Baraket
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170341424
APN: WBRO-000135-000000-000003
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