NOT LISTED FOR SALE

162 Walnut Tree Hill Rd Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Estimated Value: $528,000 - $686,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,940 Sq Ft
$307/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 04, 2020

Last sale price $345,000 $178 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,839/month

227 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Hawley Elementary School Rated A
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of November 2020

Commuter’s Gem – Minutes to I-84! Well built 3 bdrm 2.5 ba Colonial amidst your own Nature’s Paradise. Offers a newly carpeted Master suite w/ Full bath & walk in closet. Generously sized rooms throughout. Gorgeous hardwood floors on main level. Open floor plan in kitchen with eat in nook. Sunken family room has new carpet warmed by a Ravelli Pellet stove! The sun room is right off family room for cozy Sunday mornings to enjoy your coffee or eating meals to enjoy nature. The dining room boasts a new crystal Klaff’s chandelier to be included in the sale. Numerous home improvements were made & was professionally cleaned. Outside improvements: New Barnyard 10 x 16 shed, increased parking in driveway to accommodate 11 cars, new retaining wall, & guard rail fence. Minutes to some of Newtown's BEST restaurants. Both UNFINISHED Basement sq ft of 1060 & Enclosed 14 x 14 sun room are not included in finished sq ft but noted in total sq ft. Priced to sell. Definitely a Must See! Bring your boat to dock at Lake Zoar or to the nearby Pond Brook Boat launch. The marina is a just short drive away. Enjoy the Good Life & what Newtown has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Provino

The Provino Group LLC License #REB.0759273 Listed on: 02/09/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Reilly

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0792276

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,275

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 1.71 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R1

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,940 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

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

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Storm Doors

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Sandy Hook Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Zoned Heating
  • Floor Furnace
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • Property is near shops

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Chandelier on WALL in Living Room

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,275

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1940
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1900
  • Total Sq Ft: 1940
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Nearby Amenities: Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Exclusions: Chandelier on WALL in Living Room
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4216
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 09/14/2020
  • Directions: Glenn Rd to Walnut Tree Hill. House on left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Hatchway, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Porch-Screened, Shed, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Whole House Fan, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Estimated Annual Heat Cost: 1092

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Reed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vents, Storm Doors

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.7100
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 7275
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.760
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 208855

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sandy Hook
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2020
Closed on
Nov 3, 2020
Sold by
Chesto Patrick J and Chesto Deborah L
Bought by
Lando Christian
Seller's Agent
Lisa Provino
The Provino Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Reilly
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$385,000
Sold Price
$345,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-10.39%
Current Estimated Value
$596,136

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$251,136
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.61%
Original Mortgage
$338,751
Outstanding Balance
$301,981
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$294,155

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2015
Closed on
Dec 30, 2015
Sold by
Scott Dennis N and Suhar-Scott Janice
Bought by
Chesto Patrick J and Chesto Deborah L
Seller's Agent
Kathy Suhoza
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Provino
The Provino Group LLC
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$286,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.94%
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2003
Sold by
Walnut Tree Dev
Bought by
Topham Jay and Topham Joan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 1987
Sold by
Stefanick John
Bought by
Scott Dennis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
9.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Lando Christian $345,000 None Available
Lando Christian $345,000 None Available
Chesto Patrick J $286,000 --
Chesto Patrick J $286,000 --
Topham Jay $275,000 --
Topham Jay $275,000 --
Scott Dennis $254,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lando Christian $338,751
Closed Lando Christian $338,751
Previous Owner Chesto Patrick J $185,000
Previous Owner Scott Dennis $157,500
Previous Owner Scott Dennis $115,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/04/2020 11/04/20 Sold $345,000 0.0% $178 / Sq Ft
10/08/2020 10/08/20 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2020 08/12/20 Price Changed $345,000 -1.4% $178 / Sq Ft
07/31/2020 07/31/20 Price Changed $349,900 -2.8% $180 / Sq Ft
07/04/2020 07/04/20 Price Changed $360,000 -2.4% $186 / Sq Ft
06/05/2020 06/05/20 Price Changed $369,000 -2.9% $190 / Sq Ft
03/30/2020 03/30/20 Price Changed $379,900 -1.3% $196 / Sq Ft
02/23/2020 02/23/20 For Sale $385,000 +34.6% $198 / Sq Ft
12/30/2015 12/30/15 Sold $286,000 -12.0% $147 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/30/2015 11/30/15 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2015 05/26/15 For Sale $325,000 -- $168 / 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 $8,430 $293,310 $82,430 $210,880
2024 $7,911 $293,310 $82,430 $210,880
2023 $7,696 $293,310 $82,430 $210,880
2022 $7,256 $209,280 $78,120 $131,160
2021 $7,252 $209,280 $78,120 $131,160
2020 $7,275 $209,280 $78,120 $131,160
2019 $7,277 $209,280 $78,120 $131,160
2018 $7,166 $209,280 $78,120 $131,160
2017 $7,414 $218,910 $81,970 $136,940
2016 $7,355 $218,910 $81,970 $136,940
2015 $7,239 $218,910 $81,970 $136,940
2014 $7,292 $218,910 $81,970 $136,940
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170257820

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000042-000013-000024-000006W