NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $809,000 - $960,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,193 Sq Ft
$393/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 18, 2022

Last sale price $650,000 $296 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,363/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Stratfield Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Porch

About This Home

As of April 2022

Welcome home to 1563 Melville Avenue! From the moment you step on to the inviting front porch, you will love the character and warmth of this wonderful home with beautiful chestnut moldings and period details. This special property has 4 bedrooms including one on the first floor currently being used as an office. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a sunny built-in banquette area. Hardwood floors throughout except for two of the bedrooms. The additional 588 square feet of living space in the basement is perfect for a playroom or office. Spacious and level backyard with a generous patio for outdoor living and entertaining. Located on a tree lined street, in a lovely Fairfield neighborhood. A few minutes walk to Lt. Owen Fish Park (entrance to the park is at the end of the street), Stratfield elementary school and Stratfield village shops. Convenient drive to train, shopping and highways. A great home in a great spot!

Home exterior to be painted - is in the process and will be completed by closing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shari Nerreau

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0780844 Listed on: 01/19/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Dezso Slezak

Houlihan Lawrence License #REB.0794648

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,482

Year Built

  • Built in 1932

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R3

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Hatchway
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Public Water Access
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Stratfield Elementary School
  • Tomlinson Middle School
  • Fairfield Warde High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Zoned Heating
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: dining room chandelier, porch swing, swing set, trampoline

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,482

Year Built

Built in 1932

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Stratfield
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1605
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1605
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 588
  • Total Sq Ft: 2193
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Exterior of the home will be newly painted - in the process of getting done. To be completed by closing, weather permitting. The home is cooled by a split system. It has 2 units in the house (2 more can be added)
  • Exclusions: dining room chandelier, porch swing, swing set, trampoline
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3284
  • Directions: Fairfield Woods to Melville Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Hatchway Access, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 1563

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Patio, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Split System
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Stratfield
  • Middle School: Tomlinson
  • High School: Fairfield Warde

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1900
  • Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R3

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 8482
  • Total Assessed Value: 314370
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.980
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.980
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 120206

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Stratfield
  • Middle Jr High School: Tomlinson
  • High School: Fairfield Warde

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 19, 2022
Closed on
Apr 14, 2022
Sold by
Goldstein Jennifer and Schultz Evan
Bought by
98 Brooklawn Parkway Llc
Seller's Agent
Shari Nerreau
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dezso Slezak
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
8.51%
Current Estimated Value
$862,282

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$212,282
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.91%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2014
Closed on
Jul 31, 2014
Sold by
Boland Thomas and Boland Amy
Bought by
Schultz Evan and Goldstein Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Nancy Freedman
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Shari Nerreau
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$514,900
Sold Price
$507,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-1.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.27%
Original Mortgage
$456,300
Interest Rate
4.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2006
Sold by
Cronin James W and Cronin Noreen M
Bought by
Garwin Amy J and Boland Thomas M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2001
Sold by
Hellwig Elizabeth and Lawson Geralyn
Bought by
Cronin James W and Cronin Noreen M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 1993
Sold by
Mcnally Stephen and Mcnally Catherine A S
Bought by
Hellwig Elizabeth and Hellwig Geralyn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1987
Sold by
Chacho Isabel M
Bought by
Mcnally Stephen
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
98 Brooklawn Parkway Llc $650,000 None Available
Schultz Evan $507,000 --
Schultz Evan $507,000 --
Garwin Amy J $539,000 --
Garwin Amy J $539,000 --
Cronin James W $363,000 --
Cronin James W $363,000 --
Hellwig Elizabeth $202,000 --
Hellwig Elizabeth $202,000 --
Mcnally Stephen $200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mcnally Stephen $20,000
Previous Owner Mcnally Stephen $456,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/18/2022 04/18/22 Sold $650,000 +8.5% $296 / Sq Ft
02/01/2022 02/01/22 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2022 01/19/22 For Sale $599,000 +18.1% $273 / Sq Ft
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Sold $507,000 -1.5% $198 / Sq Ft
07/01/2014 07/01/14 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2014 05/19/14 For Sale $514,900 -- $201 / 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 $9,231 $325,150 $191,100 $134,050
2024 $9,033 $323,750 $191,100 $132,650
2023 $8,906 $323,750 $191,100 $132,650
2022 $8,563 $314,370 $191,100 $123,270
2021 $8,482 $314,370 $191,100 $123,270
2020 $8,109 $302,680 $164,150 $138,530
2019 $8,109 $302,680 $164,150 $138,530
2018 $7,979 $302,680 $164,150 $138,530
2017 $7,815 $302,680 $164,150 $138,530
2016 $7,703 $302,680 $164,150 $138,530
2015 $6,330 $255,360 $176,400 $78,960
2014 $6,055 $248,150 $176,400 $71,750
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170440193

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000046-000000-000183