NOT LISTED FOR SALE

144 Forest Dr Newington, CT 06111

Estimated Value: $539,580 - $696,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,346 Sq Ft
$262/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 21, 2015

Last sale price $355,000 $151 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,066 / mo

101 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

As of July 2015

Spring has sprung at 144 Forest Drive. Come and see this beautifully maintained and updated 4-bedroom colonial in a desirable location set on a quiet street near cul de sac. Enjoy morning coffee outside on your paver patio overlooking perennials at the base of Cedar Mountain. This home has been tastefully updated throughout with bright spacious rooms. The kitchen with new stainless steel appliances offers a large granite peninsula with wine cooler/fridge and an eat-in area with a large window overlooking patio. The formal dining room has crown molding and chair rail to complete this beautiful space that you will use to enjoy many meals. There is also a large great room with fireplace and soaring cathedral ceilings that will be your "go to" place after long days to kick back and relax. There is also a formal living room as well as a finished lower level for additional space to roam. The master bedroom suite has ample space, extra large walk-in closet with window and master bath. Home also features hardwood floors, central air, natural gas heat, 200 amp service with generator hook up, public water & sewer. The fenced in yard offers privacy, a large paver patio, storage shed and stone retaining walls with beautiful landscaping. Great central location close to schools, recreation, and shopping. Don't miss out on this beautiful home and come see what this house has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Campbell

LAZA Properties License #REB.0789834 Listed on: 02/16/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Campbell

LAZA Properties License #REB.0789834 Listed on: 02/16/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,441

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 12,423 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Stone Wall

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,346 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access
  • Basement Storage

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Ruth Chaffee Elementary School
  • Newington High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,441

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0.29 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Total Sq Ft: 2346
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Robbins Avenue to Gooddale to Forest. Or Main to Gooddale to Forest. On the right, near the end on this wonderful private street.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Garage Access, Heated, Liveable Space, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Chiller
  • Laundry Room Info: Basement Hook-Up(s)
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Patio, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Electrical Amperage: 200

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2852
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac

Rental Info

  • Lease Purchase: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2014-June 2015
  • Property Tax: 7441
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 664659

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ruth Chaffee
  • High School: Newington

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2015
Closed on
Jul 22, 2015
Sold by
Mendes Manuel A and Mendes Anna M
Bought by
Petersen Tron C and Petersen Karen M
Seller's Agent
Laura Campbell
LAZA Properties
Buyer's Agent
Laura Campbell
LAZA Properties
List Price
$389,999
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,999
-8.97%
Current Estimated Value
$618,552

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$263,552
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.22%
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Outstanding Balance
$221,987
Interest Rate
4.01%
Estimated Equity
$393,658

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2004
Sold by
Taugli Janet L
Bought by
Mendes Manuel A and Mendes Ann Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
6.32%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Petersen Tron C $355,000 --
Mendes Manuel A $320,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Petersen Tron C $284,000
Previous Owner Mendes Manuel A $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/21/2015 07/21/15 Sold $355,000 -9.0% $151 / Sq Ft
05/28/2015 05/28/15 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2015 02/16/15 For Sale $389,999 -- $166 / 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 $9,172 $229,410 $55,680 $173,730
2024 $9,101 $229,410 $55,680 $173,730
2023 $8,800 $229,410 $55,680 $173,730
2022 $8,830 $229,410 $55,680 $173,730
2021 $8,903 $229,410 $55,680 $173,730
2020 $9,333 $237,610 $55,680 $181,930
2019 $9,374 $237,610 $55,680 $181,930
2018 $9,148 $237,610 $55,680 $181,930
2017 $8,694 $237,610 $55,680 $181,930
2016 $8,495 $237,610 $55,680 $181,930
2014 $7,441 $214,010 $55,740 $158,270
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: G10022501

SmartMLS

APN: NEWI-000017-000415

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