NOT LISTED FOR SALE

197 Walnut Hill Rd Bethel, CT 06801

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $846,000 - $893,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,856 Sq Ft
$305/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 15, 2021

Last sale price $615,000 $215 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,963/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • Bethel High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of January 2021

5 Yr, 4 bedroom, 3.5 ba Colonial w/contemporary flair. Espresso wood flooring throughout this gorgeous home w/1st floor open concept Kitchen, Dining & Living Room areas. The living room is light & bright w/soaring ceilings & gas fireplace - flip a switch for instance ambiance or open the sliders & visit the new Tyvek deck w/solar lights for family gatherings & BBQ's. Nestled among the back roads bordering the Bethel Land Trust w/distant views of rolling hills-it speaks serenity. Get away from the crowded living style of homes on top of homes like the newly constructed ones in downtown Bethel & enjoy nature here on the home's 1.88 acres! A peaceful country road within mins to Exit 8/9 of I 84 for easy commuting. This home features a main floor office & bedroom w/access to hallway bathroom, great for in-laws or room for a guest. The other 3 bedrooms upstairs include a large Master w/walk in closet & Ensuite 5 pc bathroom. 2 other bedrooms are on the far end of the hallway & there is a separate laundry room & hallway bath. The lower level boasts entertainment w/porcelain wood grained tiled floors, wet bar w/wine fridge & sliders to a patio & fire pit w/views of the rolling hills & nature. Back inside is a ½ ba & access to a 2 car garage......fit for a car enthusiasts, $5k worth of New Age Black Diamond Plate cabinets & wall storage systems w/newly finish Epoxy garage flooring. Pool ready w/plans in place already approved by the town. Lots of value – hope this one is for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Griffith

Keller Williams Realty License #RES.0280379 Listed on: 10/27/2020

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

R. Scott Richardson

Richardson Realty Associates License #REB.0790159

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,138

Year Built

  • Built in 2015

Lot Details

  • 1.88 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Cleared Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned R-80

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Bethel Middle School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,138

Year Built

Built in 2015

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Stony Hill
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2492
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2492
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 364
  • Total Sq Ft: 2856
  • Year Built: 2015
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2492
  • Directions: Route 6 going east - right onto Old Bethel Road (becomes Walnut Hill) - approximately 1 mile on left - see Keller Williams Sign.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Leave - Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 197

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Estimated Annual Heat Cost: 1800

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Bethel
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.8800
  • Lot Description: Dry, Cleared, Lightly Wooded, Rolling, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-80

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 11138
  • Total Assessed Value: 330120
  • Mil Rate Base: 33.740
  • Mil Rate Total: 33.740
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 6084

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Bethel
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2020
Closed on
Jan 15, 2021
Sold by
Andino Iris M
Bought by
Dejesus Gary
Seller's Agent
Karen Griffith
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
R. Scott Richardson
Richardson Realty Associates
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.6%
Current Estimated Value
$870,265

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$255,265
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.25%
Original Mortgage
$594,474
Outstanding Balance
$536,094
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$312,575

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2014
Closed on
Mar 19, 2015
Sold by
Rock Harbor Builders L
Bought by
Andino Iris M
Seller's Agent
Matt Rose
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karen Griffith
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$489,900
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,100
8.19%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.58%
Original Mortgage
$526,072
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dejesus Gary $615,000 None Available
Andino Iris M $515,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dejesus Gary $594,474
Previous Owner Andino Iris M $521,346
Previous Owner Andino Iris M $526,072
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/15/2021 01/15/21 Sold $615,000 -1.6% $215 / Sq Ft
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2020 10/27/20 For Sale $625,000 +17.9% $219 / Sq Ft
03/19/2015 03/19/15 Sold $530,000 +8.2% $203 / Sq Ft
02/17/2015 02/17/15 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2014 07/05/14 For Sale $489,900 -- $187 / 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 $14,653 $502,320 $108,360 $393,960
2023 $14,000 $492,450 $108,360 $384,090
2022 $11,477 $331,800 $108,360 $223,440
2021 $11,367 $331,800 $108,360 $223,440
2020 $11,138 $330,120 $108,360 $221,760
2019 $11,029 $330,120 $108,360 $221,760
2018 $10,851 $330,120 $108,360 $221,760
2017 $10,593 $322,160 $111,740 $210,420
2016 $10,364 $322,160 $111,740 $210,420
2015 $7,488 $232,700 $111,740 $120,960
2014 $472 $14,700 $14,700 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Karen Griffith

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Karen Griffith

    Keller Williams Realty

    (203) 240-6777

    1 in this area

    3 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    R. Scott Richardson

    Richardson Realty Associates

    (914) 769-4663

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

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  • Matt Rose

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Matt Rose

    Keller Williams Realty

    (203) 884-8900

    31 in this area

    392 Total Sales

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170350777

SmartMLS

APN: BETH-000084-000080-000053

Connecticut Fairfield County Bethel 06801 Newtown

197 Walnut Hill Rd, Bethel, CT

This home is located at 197 Walnut Hill Rd, Bethel, CT 06801 since 27 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $870,265, approximately $304 per square foot. This property was built in 2015. 197 Walnut Hill Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including R.M.T. Johnson School, Bethel Middle School, and Bethel High School.

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