$429,000
SOLD JUN 16, 2025

15 Melody Ln Ivoryton, CT 06442

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,334 Sq Ft
0.52 Acres

Recently Sold

$322 Per Sq Ft

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Valley Regional High School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Patio

About This Home

As of June 2025

Discover the charm of easy living in this comfortable ranch-style home, perfectly situated in a quiet neighborhood yet just minutes from Essex village and major commuting routes. With two bedrooms plus an office that could easily serve as a third bedroom, this home is ideal for those downsizing or purchasing for the first time. Enjoy cooking in the beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, while the spacious, light-filled living and dining area, featuring hardwood floors throughout, provides a welcoming space for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Step outside to a large deck overlooking the lovely yard, perfect for gardening, entertaining, or simply unwinding in nature. The home also includes a 1.5 car garage for storage or hobbies, plus the peace of mind of a generator. Recent updates, including newer windows and a roof just three years old, add even more value and confidence to this smart investment. Whether you're starting out or simplifying your lifestyle, this home offers comfort, convenience, and classic style.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joel Lucas

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0771226 Listed on: 05/16/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Craig Milton

Re/Max Valley Shore License #REB.0756400

Re/Max Valley Shore

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,211

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,334 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Essex Elementary School
  • Regional District 4 Middle School
  • Regional District 4 High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 986299

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,211

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Ivoryton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1334
  • Total Sq Ft: 1334
  • Year Built: 1953
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Mares Hill to Melody
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1334
  • Street Type: Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: In kitchen
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 15

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Shed, Deck, Garden Area, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shake
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • Middle School: Regional District 4
  • High School: Regional District 4
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.52
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot Level Lot On Cul-De-Sac Professionally Landscaped Open Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: Res
  • Parcel #: 986299

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 4211
  • Total Assessed Value: 233300
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.05

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • Middle Jr High School: Regional District 4
  • High School: Regional District 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
Jun 12, 2025
Sold by
Shaw Stephen K and Shaw Dawn R
Bought by
Smith Walter E and Smith Susie M
Seller's Agent
Joel Lucas
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Craig Milton
Re/Max Valley Shore
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$429,000
Views
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
-0.53%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2014
Closed on
Jun 13, 2014
Sold by
Hsbc Mortgage Services
Bought by
Shaw Stephen K and Shaw Dawn R
Seller's Agent
Michael Morris
Vylla Home (CT) LLC
Buyer's Agent
William Ayles
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$149,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2014
Sold by
Huckel Derek and Huckel Denise
Bought by
Hsbc Mortgage Svcs Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2005
Sold by
Millspaug Patricia and Morrison Wendy
Bought by
Huckel Derek and Huckel Denise

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,200
Interest Rate
7.35%
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 -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Not Resolvable $149,000 --
Foreclosure Deed $273,500 --
Foreclosure Deed $273,500 --
Deed $234,000 --
Deed $234,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $280,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $272,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $187,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Sold $429,000 0.0% $322 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $429,000 +186.2% $322 / Sq Ft
06/13/2014 06/13/14 Sold $149,900 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft
05/27/2014 05/27/14 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2014 05/22/14 For Sale $149,900 -- $112 / 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 $4,346 $233,300 $63,100 $170,200
2024 $4,211 $233,300 $63,100 $170,200
2023 $3,248 $143,800 $59,000 $84,800
2022 $3,257 $143,800 $59,000 $84,800
2021 $3,225 $143,800 $59,000 $84,800
2020 $3,136 $143,800 $59,000 $84,800
2019 $3,113 $143,800 $59,000 $84,800
2018 $3,015 $138,000 $64,600 $73,400
2017 $3,030 $138,000 $64,600 $73,400
2016 $2,978 $138,000 $64,600 $73,400
2015 $2,909 $138,000 $64,600 $73,400
2014 $2,897 $138,000 $64,600 $73,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24096657

SmartMLS

APN: ESSE-000082-000000-000024