$289,000
SOLD MAR 22, 2019

15 Bittersweet Cir Monroe, CT 06468

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,279 Sq Ft
$321/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$127 Per Sq Ft

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Stepney Elementary School Rated A
  • Clubhouse
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2022

Nestled in the beautiful hills of Monroe, CT, the Northbrook Condominium Complex has a spacious 151-acre property boasts woodlands, open fields, and 5 ponds, walking trails winding through woods and meadows, two swimming pools, tennis courts, and a clubhouse for parties and special events. This nicely maintained Wellington model is located in the middle of all this beauty. 15 Bittersweet has many updates including a gorgeous newer kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, a travertine floor, pantry closet and large island. Oh, did we mention the touchless faucet with LED lights?? The Dining Room and Living Room are open to one another and have a cathedral ceiling with wood beams. The gas fireplace has newer log set for heat. Main floor master bedroom suite, private bedroom and full bathroom on the upper floor, finished lower level and screened in porch complete this townhouse. Hardwood floors. Central A/C, natural gas heat. District Tax amount is quarterly.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Ward

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761631 Listed on: 02/04/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Bob and Richelle Ward

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761632

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Ward

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761631 Listed on: 02/04/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,280

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • Partially Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $321 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Cedar Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch
  • Home Gym
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Stepney Elementary School
  • Jockey Hollow Middle School
  • Masuk High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, tennis, grounds maintenance, trash pickup, snow removal, property management, pool service, road maintenance, insurance
  • 319 Units
  • Northbrook Community
  • Property managed by REI

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,280

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$321 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Upper Stepney
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1679
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1679
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 600
  • Total Sq Ft: 2279
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Nearby Amenities: Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Guest Parking, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • End Unit: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3830
  • Directions: Northbrook Drive to Hollow Tree Lane to Bittersweet Circle to Unit #15
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Main floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 15

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Porch-Screened
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Cedar, Wood
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Tandem
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Shared Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Tennis, Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Property Management, Pool Service, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • Complex Name: Northbrook
  • Levels In Unit: 2
  • HOA Fees: 321
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA: Yes
  • Property Manager Email: mbehan@rei-pm.net
  • Property Manager Name: Maggie Behan
  • Property Mgt Company Name: REI
  • Property Mgt Phone: 203-744-8400

Schools

  • Elementary School: Stepney
  • Middle School: Jockey Hollow
  • High School: Masuk

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: MFR

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: 1 cat and 1 dog or 2 cats
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 6280
  • Total Assessed Value: 178200
  • Mil Rate Base: 35.240
  • Mil Rate Total: 35.240
  • Tax District Amount: 857
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 179495

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 319

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Stepney
  • Middle Jr High School: Jockey Hollow
  • High School: Masuk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2022
Closed on
Mar 25, 2022
Sold by
Paraiso Edward B
Bought by
Ward Austin and Buttinelli Tara
Seller's Agent
Bob and Richelle Ward
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nannette Fatigate
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$369,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
4.34%
Current Estimated Value
$465,885

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$80,885
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.95%
Original Mortgage
$308,000
Outstanding Balance
$290,775
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$175,110

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2019
Closed on
Mar 22, 2019
Sold by
Malary Steven and Ballan Terry
Bought by
Paraiso Edward
Seller's Agent
Robert Ward
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robert Ward
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$289,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-0.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.00%
Original Mortgage
$231,200
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2001
Sold by
Caron Angela and Russo Jaequeline
Bought by
Malary Steven F and Ballan Terry L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 1995
Sold by
Scanlon Patrick
Bought by
Caron Angela and Russo Jacqueline

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 1989
Sold by
Hinson J Gene
Bought by
Scanlon Patrick
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
Warranty Deed $385,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $385,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $289,000 --
Warranty Deed $289,000 --
Warranty Deed $237,000 --
Warranty Deed $237,000 --
Warranty Deed $175,000 --
Warranty Deed $175,000 --
Deed $196,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $308,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $308,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $231,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/25/2022 03/25/22 Sold $385,000 +4.3% $169 / Sq Ft
02/13/2022 02/13/22 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2022 02/10/22 For Sale $369,000 +27.7% $162 / Sq Ft
03/22/2019 03/22/19 Sold $289,000 -0.3% $127 / Sq Ft
02/04/2019 02/04/19 For Sale $289,900 -- $127 / 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 $8,988 $313,500 $0 $313,500
2024 $7,222 $188,700 $0 $188,700
2023 $7,086 $188,700 $0 $188,700
2022 $6,955 $188,700 $0 $188,700
2021 $6,861 $188,700 $0 $188,700
2020 $6,695 $188,700 $0 $188,700
2019 $6,340 $178,200 $0 $178,200
2018 $6,280 $178,200 $0 $178,200
2017 $6,372 $178,200 $0 $178,200
2016 $6,237 $178,200 $0 $178,200
2015 $6,121 $178,200 $0 $178,200
2014 $5,943 $191,660 $0 $191,660
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170161194

SmartMLS

APN: MONR-000082-000051-000000-NB000000-521