NOT LISTED FOR SALE

144 Downs Rd Bethany, CT 06524

Estimated Value: $561,000 - $678,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,252 Sq Ft
$185/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 29, 2021

Last sale price $360,000 $111 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,001/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 3.22 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Bethany Community School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of January 2021

Exceptional opportunity to own this wonderful custom built colonial nestled in a bucolic 3.22 acre site which is surrounded mostly by protected water company property. This 3-4 bedroom home offers great flexible space, beautiful hardwood flooring along with custom trim, millwork and built-ins. It features: a custom kitchen with a granite center island and abundant cabinet space; a large family room off the kitchen with a fireplace and access to a private deck; a sunken living with a stunning bow window, fireplace and separate wet bar; a side mudroom which leads to a main level office/recreation room; a first floor powder room; a spacious master bedroom with fireplace, a large walk-in closet and private bath; 2 additional bedrooms, one with a fireplace and access to two separate rooms (which can be used as a fourth bedroom). The grounds have plenty of area for recreational amenity and offer seasonal views of West Rock Ridge. Other features include a two car garage with an attached porch and a new septic system in 2015! A little TLC will make this glorious house shine again! Award winning school district and convenient access to Yale, downtown New Haven, Routes 15, 8, I-84 and I-91.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Philip Degennaro

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0757044 Listed on: 11/11/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Varrone

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0774942

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,033

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 3.22 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R-130

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,252 Sq Ft Home
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Partial Basement

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Bethany Community Elementary School
  • Amity Regional High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,033

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3252
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3252
  • Total Sq Ft: 3252
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Route 69, Litchfield Turnpike, to Downs Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Partial, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.2200
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Rolling
  • Zoning: R-130

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 9033
  • Mil Rate Base: 36.560
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1056490

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bethany Community
  • High School: Amity Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2020
Closed on
Jan 21, 2021
Sold by
Gottlieb Ft
Bought by
Faustini Alecia M and Harney Dale R
Seller's Agent
Philip Degennaro
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sue Varrone
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-2.68%
Current Estimated Value
$600,627

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$240,627
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.38%
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Outstanding Balance
$256,541
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$344,086

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2014
Sold by
Gottleib Leonore
Bought by
Gottleib Family Reside
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Faustini Alecia M $360,000 None Available
Faustini Alecia M $360,000 None Available
Gottleib Family Reside -- --
Gottleib Family Reside -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Faustini Alecia M $288,000
Closed Faustini Alecia M $288,000
Previous Owner Gottleib Family Reside $152,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/29/2021 01/29/21 Sold $360,000 -2.7% $111 / Sq Ft
01/05/2021 01/05/21 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2020 11/11/20 For Sale $369,900 -- $114 / 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
2025 $10,285 $352,940 $86,870 $266,070
2024 $10,031 $352,940 $86,870 $266,070
2023 $9,335 $247,080 $96,350 $150,730
2022 $8,895 $247,080 $96,350 $150,730
2021 $8,524 $247,080 $96,350 $150,730
2020 $9,033 $247,080 $96,350 $150,730
2019 $9,117 $247,080 $96,350 $150,730
2018 $8,905 $241,330 $105,670 $135,660
2017 $8,905 $241,330 $105,670 $135,660
2016 $8,567 $241,330 $105,670 $135,660
2015 $8,456 $241,330 $105,670 $135,660
2014 $8,181 $241,330 $105,670 $135,660
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170353457

SmartMLS

APN: BETH-000131-000000-000005