$375,000
SOLD OCT 28, 2025

126 Forest Ave Winsted, CT 06098

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,833 Sq Ft
0.91 Acres

Recently Sold

$205 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Thermal Windows
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Attic
  • Property is near golf course and shops

About This Home

As of October 2025

Charming Cape 2 minutes to Highland Lake. Welcome to this one owner, 3 bedroom, two bath Cape Cod home offering over 1,800 sq. ft. of living space on nearly one acre of land. Owned by the original family. This property has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully update. Step inside to find a fully appliance kitchen, fresh carpeting, and updated windows and gutters. The flexible seven- room layout provides space for comfortable living, entertaining, and home office needs. This home features a two- car under the house, plus a side carport and two driveways, making parking and storage a breeze. A full basement offers additional possibilities. Outdoors, enjoy a deep, private yard with room to relax, garden or entertain. Yard also has a peach tree, blueberry & raspberry bushes, and many strawberry plants. Best of all, you're just minutes from Highland Lake's public beach, perfect for summer fun and year round recreation. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a one-owner home in sought- after location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joanne Donne

The Washington Agency Brokerage Phone: (860) 480-1035 License #REB.0756748 Listed on: 08/29/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Peter Caruso

Executive Real Estate Inc. License #RES.0807742

Executive Real Estate Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,317

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned HLD

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,833 Sq Ft Home
  • Thermal Windows
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Location

  • Property is near golf course and shops

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 925745

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,317

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1833
  • Total Sq Ft: 1833
  • Year Built: 1986
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Office Attribution Contact: (860) 482-7044
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8
  • Garage And Parking: Carport, Under House Garage, Paved, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.91
  • Lot Description: Treed
  • Zoning: HLD
  • Parcel #: 925745

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 5317

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
Aug 29, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Richard Gary L
Bought by
Dobos Gregory
Seller's Agent
Joanne Donne
The Washington Agency
Buyer's Agent
Peter Caruso
Executive Real Estate Inc.
List Price
$355,750
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$19,250
5.41%
Views
124
Current Estimated Value
$369,397

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,603
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1986
Bought by
Richard Gary L and Richard Lynn M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $375,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $22,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/28/2025 10/28/25 Sold $375,000 +5.4% $205 / Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $355,750 -- $194 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $5,317 $182,280 $39,480 $142,800
2024 $4,965 $182,280 $39,480 $142,800
2023 $4,810 $182,280 $39,480 $142,800
2022 $4,480 $133,560 $28,630 $104,930
2021 $4,480 $133,560 $28,630 $104,930
2020 $4,480 $133,560 $28,630 $104,930
2019 $4,480 $133,560 $28,630 $104,930
2018 $4,480 $133,560 $28,630 $104,930
2017 $4,336 $129,290 $28,630 $100,660
2016 $4,341 $129,430 $28,630 $100,800
2015 $4,232 $129,430 $28,630 $100,800
2014 $4,130 $129,430 $28,630 $100,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24115956

SmartMLS

APN: WINC-000038-000154-000008-000023