NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $359,000 - $443,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,720 Sq Ft
$233/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 19, 2021

Last sale price $310,000 $180 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,922/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2021

Welcome home to 168 Benham Hill Road located in West Shore, just minutes from the spacious sandy beach. The home offers a double entry door to a spacious foyer, once inside you'll find a welcoming living room with a picture window, nice sized dining room and eat-in kitchen. The remainder of the main living area consists of 3-generous sized bedrooms and full bath. The lower level features a large family room with a wood burning fireplace, built in bookshelves, half bath and work shop. There is also a separate laundry room. Exit onto a spacious deck from the kitchen that overlooks a picturesque treed yard. There is also access to the rear yard and patio from the lower level. Two car garage with electric door openers completes this home. Also located nearby is Baybrook Beach, I-95 and some of the best seafood and Italian restaurants!! There is also a newer Burnham gas boiler 2013 just serviced last month and a Architectural roof and gutters 2015!! Call today before it's too late!

Last Listed By

Ellen Gomes

Carbutti & Co., Realtors License #RES.0268741 Listed on: 06/03/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,710

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R1

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Garage Access

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • West Haven High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,710

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Shore
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1236
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1236
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 484
  • Total Sq Ft: 1720
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Health Club, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3126
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 08/02/2021
  • Directions: Morgan Lane to Benham Hill
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Partial, Partially Finished, Heated, Garage Access, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 168

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: West Haven

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Zoning: R1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 7710
  • Total Assessed Value: 174090
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.000
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 10.290
  • Mil Rate Total: 44.290
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1419016

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: West Haven

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2021
Closed on
Aug 10, 2021
Sold by
Carter Steven K and Carter Mary J
Bought by
Contreras Contreras-Maldonado J and Contreras Marcos B
Seller's Agent
Ellen Gomes
Carbutti & Co., Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Victor Bolanos
Bolanos & Associates LLC
List Price
$319,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.82%
Total Days on Market
13
Current Estimated Value
$400,632

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,632
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.16%
Original Mortgage
$232,500
Outstanding Balance
$215,404
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$187,147

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2019
Sold by
Leibdecker Kurt G
Bought by
Leibdecker Kurt G and Carter Mary J

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
Contreras Contreras-Maldonado J $310,000 None Available
Contreras Contreras-Maldonado J $310,000 None Available
Leibdecker Kurt G -- --
Leibdecker Kurt G -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Contreras Contreras-Maldonado J $232,500
Previous Owner Leindecker Kurt G $345,000
Previous Owner Leindecker Kurt G $365,000
Previous Owner Leindecker Kurt G $20,000
Previous Owner Leindecker Kurt G $81,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2021 08/19/21 Sold $310,000 +1.6% $180 / Sq Ft
06/16/2021 06/16/21 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2021 06/14/21 Price Changed $305,000 -4.4% $177 / Sq Ft
06/03/2021 06/03/21 For Sale $319,000 -- $185 / 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
2024 $8,158 $174,090 $63,000 $111,090
2023 $7,851 $174,090 $63,000 $111,090
2022 $7,710 $174,090 $63,000 $111,090
2021 $7,710 $174,090 $63,000 $111,090
2020 $7,731 $159,040 $58,450 $100,590
2019 $7,484 $159,040 $58,450 $100,590
2018 $7,378 $159,040 $58,450 $100,590
2017 $7,179 $159,040 $58,450 $100,590
2016 $7,099 $159,040 $58,450 $100,590
2015 $7,311 $183,330 $62,230 $121,100
2014 $7,311 $183,330 $62,230 $121,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170402583

SmartMLS

APN: WHAV-000009-000079