$555,000
SOLD APR 23, 2021

188 Falls Rd Bethany, CT 06524

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,232 Sq Ft
6.92 Acres

Recently Sold

$172 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 6.92 Acre Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Bethany Community School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of June 2025

Wake up every morning to your secluded place of tranquility in the woods. This beautiful Colonial 3232 sq. foot home is perched on the top of 6.9 acres of Bethany Charm. Pull directly into the two-car garage or follow the path to the front door to enjoy the open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Large Eat in Kitchen with granite counter tops, island and a gas stove top that flows into a living room centered with a gas fireplace. French Doors off the kitchen that lead to a sunroom with magnificent windows to enjoy your views and leads onto the deck. Dining room is located directly off the kitchen allowing ease when entertaining. Down the hall from the kitchen is a half bath, two pantries and the laundry room leading into the Great Room that has plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy the home. Hardwood floors throughout the main and upper level of this spacious home. Large Master Bedroom with plenty of closet space. Master Bath has double granite counter sinks, soaking tub, and stall shower with plenty of room to move. Three additional bedrooms on the upper level with one that has a bonus room that could be used for an office/study area. Another Full Bathroom with granite countertop and shower/tub. Huge walk-up attic with pull down downstairs that you could finish off in future. Fully finished basement with walk out, garage access and a full bathroom allows for additional function of home. Listing Agent Related to Seller.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jade Levinson

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0809185 Listed on: 01/15/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Jill Taylor

RE/MAX Right Choice License #RES.0782266

RE/MAX Right Choice

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,220

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 6.92 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned R-65

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 3,232 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer
  • Gas Dryer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Dirt Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Deck
  • Gazebo

Schools

  • Bethany Community Elementary School
  • Amity Regional High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: portable generator, free standing freezer

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,220

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3232
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3232
  • Total Sq Ft: 3232
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Nearby Amenities: Lake, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: portable generator, free standing freezer
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Inland-Wetland Restrictions
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: Route 63 to Falls Rd
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Garage Access
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 188

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gazebo
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Brook
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Crushed Stone, Dirt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bethany Community
  • High School: Amity Regional

Lot Info

  • Acres: 6.9200
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Secluded, Sloping Lot
  • Zoning: R-65

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 11220
  • Total Assessed Value: 306890
  • Mil Rate Base: 36.560
  • Mil Rate Total: 36.560
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1057564

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bethany Community
  • High School: Amity Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Thompson Aaron G and Thompson Carrie F
Bought by
Giwa Al
Seller's Agent
Jill Taylor
RE/MAX Right Choice
Buyer's Agent
Marji Kochis
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$745,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.36%
Views
103

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-21.25%
Original Mortgage
$735,480
Outstanding Balance
$734,860
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$31,860

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2021
Closed on
Apr 23, 2021
Sold by
Ornstein Jason and Ornstein Ruth A
Bought by
Thompson Aaron G and Thompson Carrie F
Seller's Agent
Jade Levinson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jill Taylor
RE/MAX Right Choice
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.42%
Original Mortgage
$444,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1997
Sold by
Stearne Tr Pamela
Bought by
Giuliano Michael J
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $720,000 --
Warranty Deed $555,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $555,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $50,000 --
Warranty Deed $50,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $735,480 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $444,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $86,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $329,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Rent $4,700 0.0% --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Sold $720,000 +0.7% $167 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Price Changed $715,000 -4.0% $166 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 For Sale $745,000 +34.2% $173 / Sq Ft
04/23/2021 04/23/21 Sold $555,000 +0.9% $172 / Sq Ft
02/16/2021 02/16/21 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2021 01/15/21 For Sale $549,900 -- $170 / 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 $12,215 $429,800 $94,850 $334,950
2023 $12,084 $319,850 $103,380 $216,470
2022 $11,048 $306,890 $103,380 $203,510
2021 $10,588 $306,890 $103,380 $203,510
2020 $11,220 $306,890 $103,380 $203,510
2019 $11,324 $306,890 $103,380 $203,510
2018 $11,269 $305,380 $115,430 $189,950
2017 $11,269 $305,380 $115,430 $189,950
2016 $10,841 $305,380 $115,430 $189,950
2015 $10,701 $305,380 $115,430 $189,950
2014 $10,352 $305,380 $115,430 $189,950
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170365718

SmartMLS

APN: BETH-000111-000069-000008