NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Border Ave Wakefield, RI 02879

Estimated Value: $1,018,796 - $1,239,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$740/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 1, 2012

Last sale price $455,000 $303 Per Sq Ft

Est. 144% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,685 / mo

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of October 2012

Pastoral, private setting in heart of Green Hill.3 br & loft .Back yard abuts nature preserve.Up-graded vinyl siding and newer kitchen,central air,sun porch,out side shower.Walk out basement w/full bath.Join Hill or Civic Assoc. Possible turn-key.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Holden

Residential Properties Ltd. License #RES.0027981 Listed on: 07/19/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Tenori

Peter M. Scotti & Assoc.,Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,162

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 15,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R30

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Thermal Windows

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • No Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck

Location

  • Property near a hospital

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Water Heater Leased
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 83
  • Assessor Parcel Number 159BORDERAVSKNG

Community Details

Overview

  • Green Hill Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,162

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3444
  • Subdivision Name: GREEN HILL
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1500.0
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater Rented, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 1500.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
  • Waterfront Features: Water Access, Walk to Water
  • Construction Type: Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Near Hospital, Tennis Court(s)
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15000.0
  • Parcel #: 159BORDERAVSKNG
  • Zoning: R30

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6162.0
  • Tax Lot: 83
  • Tax Year: 2011

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,110,449

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2012
Closed on
Oct 1, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Christine Holden
Residential Properties Ltd.
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Tenori
Peter M. Scotti & Assoc.,Inc.
List Price
$480,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-5.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.71%
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- --
$455,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/01/2012 10/01/12 Sold $455,000 -5.2% $303 / Sq Ft
09/01/2012 09/01/12 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2012 07/19/12 For Sale $480,000 -- $320 / Sq Ft
Source: State-Wide MLS

Tax History

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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 $8,380 $937,400 $685,700 $251,700
2024 $7,834 $709,000 $470,200 $238,800
2023 $7,834 $709,000 $470,200 $238,800
2022 $7,764 $709,000 $470,200 $238,800
2021 $7,203 $498,500 $320,600 $177,900
2020 $7,203 $498,500 $320,600 $177,900
2019 $7,203 $498,500 $320,600 $177,900
2018 $6,891 $439,500 $292,900 $146,600
2017 $6,729 $439,500 $292,900 $146,600
2016 $6,632 $439,500 $292,900 $146,600
2015 $6,393 $411,900 $266,200 $145,700
2014 $6,376 $411,900 $266,200 $145,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christine Holden

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Christine Holden

    Residential Properties Ltd.

    (401) 743-2858

    51 Total Sales

    Christine Holden
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Joseph Tenori

    Peter M. Scotti & Assoc.,Inc.

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Map

Source: State-Wide MLS

MLS Number: 1022003

State-Wide MLS

APN: SKIN-009003-000000-000083

Rhode Island Washington County Wakefield 02879

159 Border Ave, Wakefield, RI

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