$355,000
SOLD OCT 12, 2017

2 Benchmark Rd Sherman, CT 06784

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,316 Sq Ft
0.92 Acres

Recently Sold

$153 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

109 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of October 2017

Enjoy single level living and a year-round vacation lifestyle at this private lake community home, offering seasonal lake views and a deeded dock on Candlewood Lake - Connecticut's largest lake, spanning 8.4 square miles. Spacious living areas and a large wraparound deck offer comfort and ease and feel as if living among the trees and the birds. Offering three bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, private master bedroom wing and partially finished lower level. Large wood burning fireplace in living room and wood stove in family room - each on opposite sides of the walk-through eat-in kitchen. Just a stroll away from the lake, library, shops and park and an easy commute to NY in less than 90 minutes. An affordable entree into a high end lake lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Irit Granger

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #REB.0759006 Listed on: 05/05/2017

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Irit Granger

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #REB.0759006 Listed on: 05/05/2017

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,384

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 0.92 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,316 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Sherman Elementary School
  • Sherman Middle School
  • Pboe High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include lake/beach access, road maintenance, insurance

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Putting Green
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,384

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2316
  • Total Sq Ft: 2316
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Putting Green, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: Route 37 Center to Sawmill Rd to Benchmark Rd.
  • 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: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Access, Dock or Mooring, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sherman
  • High School: PBOE
  • Intermediate School: Sherman

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.9200
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Rolling, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Purchase: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 5384
  • Total Assessed Value: 264800
  • Mil Rate Total: 20.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 310869

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sherman
  • High School: PBOE

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2017
Closed on
Oct 13, 2017
Sold by
Appel Kevin M and Appel Lisa A
Bought by
Laughlin Timothy and Laughlin Kimberly
Seller's Agent
Irit Granger
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Irit Granger
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-5.33%
Current Estimated Value
$785,469

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$430,469
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.16%
Original Mortgage
$397,877
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2012
Closed on
Jun 20, 2012
Sold by
Bates Ralph J
Bought by
Appel Kevin M and Appel Lisa A
Seller's Agent
Angelina Valentini
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Angelina Valentini
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$359,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-10.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.21%
Original Mortgage
$352,462
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $355,500 --
Warranty Deed $359,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $76,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Open $862,500 Balloon
Closed $452,000 Balloon
Closed $65,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $399,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $397,877 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $352,462 FHA
Previous Owner $187,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/12/2017 10/12/17 Sold $355,000 -4.1% $153 / Sq Ft
08/22/2017 08/22/17 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2017 07/30/17 Price Changed $369,999 -1.3% $160 / Sq Ft
05/05/2017 05/05/17 For Sale $375,000 +4.5% $162 / Sq Ft
06/15/2012 06/15/12 Sold $359,000 -10.0% $155 / Sq Ft
05/16/2012 05/16/12 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2012 01/31/12 For Sale $399,000 -- $172 / 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 $5,315 $324,900 $77,800 $247,100
2023 $5,790 $324,900 $77,800 $247,100
2022 $5,907 $324,900 $77,800 $247,100
2021 $6,056 $324,900 $77,800 $247,100
2020 $5,540 $289,900 $77,800 $212,100
2019 $6,436 $324,900 $77,800 $247,100
2018 $5,383 $264,800 $77,800 $187,000
2017 $5,383 $264,800 $77,800 $187,000
2016 $5,384 $264,810 $77,770 $187,040
2015 $5,307 $264,810 $77,770 $187,040
2014 $5,254 $264,810 $77,770 $187,040
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: L10219006

SmartMLS

APN: SHMN-000075-000000-000043