NOT LISTED FOR SALE

197 Walnut Tree Hill Rd Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $701,000 - $792,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,858 Sq Ft
$258/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 14, 2016

Last sale price $485,000 $170 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,092/month

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Health Club
  • Golf Course Community
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Hawley Elementary School Rated A
  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck

About This Home

As of July 2016

Neighborhood setting, level yard, in-ground pool, close to town! This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath classic colonial boasts an updated cooks kitchen with 6 burner chef's grade gas stove, stainless steel appliances, center island, granite & charming exposed brick fireplace. Hardwood floors traverse much of this updated home lending a sense of warmth. The home offers two family rooms; one off of the kitchen with brick fireplace & the other just steps away to an expansive space with vaulted ceiling & exposed beams. Upstairs we find a master suite of 5-star quality boasting a walk-in closet & an exquisitely updated master bath with soaker tub, glass enclosed large shower & more. The level yard offers a summer oasis with large deck, pool, & landscaping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andy Sachs

Around Town Real Estate LLC License #REB.0793345 Listed on: 04/11/2016

Around Town Real Estate LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Gottfried Woda

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0800100

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,156

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 1.08 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,858 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Awning
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Unfinished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Vinyl Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Gazebo
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Hawley Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Property is near a golf course

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Window treatments, gas grill

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,156

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2858
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2858
  • Total Sq Ft: 2858
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Window treatments, gas grill
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5214
  • Directions: Glen to walnut tree.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Floored, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Garage Access, Unfinished, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 197

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Deck, Gazebo, Gutters
  • Exterior Siding: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Salt Water, Vinyl
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, No Heat
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0800
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Chain Link
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: 10156
  • Total Assessed Value: 307110
  • Mil Rate Total: 33.070
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 209155

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 1998
Sold by
Cendant Mobility Svcs
Bought by
Temple Steven L and Temple Nancy Jh
Total Days on Market
47
Current Estimated Value
$738,607

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1997
Sold by
Klein Steward L and Klein Marie C
Bought by
Hfs Mobility Services

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 1994
Sold by
Lopes Antonio
Bought by
Klein Stewart and Klein Marie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 1993
Sold by
Msb Real Estate Corp
Bought by
Lopes Antonio
Source: Public Records

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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
Temple Steven L $297,000 --
Temple Steven L $297,000 --
Hfs Mobility Services $302,500 --
Hfs Mobility Services $302,500 --
Klein Stewart $292,000 --
Klein Stewart $292,000 --
Lopes Antonio $65,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schmidt Adam G $339,485
Closed Schmidt Melissa A $388,000
Closed Lopes Antonio $438,987
Closed Lopes Antonio $460,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2016 07/14/16 Sold $485,000 -5.8% $170 / Sq Ft
06/14/2016 06/14/16 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2016 04/11/16 For Sale $514,900 -- $180 / 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 $11,531 $427,560 $82,880 $344,680
2023 $11,219 $427,560 $82,880 $344,680
2022 $10,797 $311,410 $73,710 $237,700
2021 $10,790 $311,410 $73,710 $237,700
2020 $10,825 $311,410 $73,710 $237,700
2019 $10,828 $311,410 $73,710 $237,700
2018 $10,161 $296,770 $73,710 $223,060
2017 $10,402 $307,110 $77,560 $229,550
2016 $10,319 $307,110 $77,560 $229,550
2015 $10,156 $307,110 $77,560 $229,550
2014 $10,230 $307,110 $77,560 $229,550
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99140638

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000042-000022-000005-000005F