NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Joshuatown Rd Old Lyme, CT 06371

Estimated Value: $1,926,000 - $3,031,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
6,314 Sq Ft
$379/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 27, 2020

Last sale price $1,675,000 $265 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,386/month

195 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Health Club
  • Barn
  • Medical Services
  • Lyme Consolidated School Rated A-
  • Wine Cellar
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator

About This Home

As of January 2020

"Tree Tops", a stunning Shingle-style Colonial with contemporary flair, has been dramatically sited to emphasize absolutely remarkable views of the Connecticut River and beyond. Architecturally designed and custom built using superior materials and craftsmanship, the floor plan is open and filled with natural light from floor to ceiling windows, and boasts well appointed rooms that meld seamlessly from one area to another, perfect for comfortable family living and more formal entertaining. A first floor master suite with vaulted ceiling, a sumptuous bath and commodious dressing room provides a secluded and quiet escape and the Chef's kitchen with fabulous island has glorious views from front to back and includes a wonderful family room. With vaulted ceilings, encased beams, fabulous mill work and views from every room, one is drawn to the exterior highlighted with beautiful stone terraces and exquisite landscaping that makes outdoor living and entertaining a priority. A separate terrace warmed by a gas fire pit is wonderful for those cooler summer evenings. Simply stunning!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Caulfield

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0360692 Listed on: 06/15/2019

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Jodi Strycharz

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0767047

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,594

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 7.64 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Secluded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R80

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Workshop
  • Water Views
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 9 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Pboe Elementary School
  • Lyme Old Lyme Middle School
  • Lyme - Old Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Barn

Community Details

Recreation

  • Health Club
  • Putting Green

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,594

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4578
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4578
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1736
  • Total Sq Ft: 6314
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities
  • In Law Access: Possible
  • Association Amenities: Health Club, Medical Facilities, Putting Green
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 11845
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Route 156 to Joshuatown Road to number 228. GPS friendly. No drive by's please...this is a long private driveway.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Wine Cellar, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 228

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Garden Area, Grill, Lighting, Porch-Enclosed, Terrace, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 9
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Radiant
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: PBOE
  • High School: Lyme - Old Lyme
  • Intermediate School: Lyme Old Lyme

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 7.6400
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Water View, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R80

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 25594
  • Total Assessed Value: 1282922
  • Mil Rate Base: 19.950
  • Mil Rate Total: 19.950
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1521219

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: PBOE
  • High School: Lyme - Old Lyme

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2019
Closed on
Jan 16, 2020
Sold by
Ermiler Patricia
Bought by
Kelly Cynthia and Kelly Barry
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Caulfield
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Jodi Strycharz
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-4.29%
Total Days on Market
195
Current Estimated Value
$2,392,594

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$717,594
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.42%
Original Mortgage
$1,256,250
Outstanding Balance
$1,124,335
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,604,183

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 1999
Sold by
Stock Mary Louise
Bought by
Ermler Patricia M
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
Kelly Cynthia $1,675,000 None Available
Ermler Patricia M $685,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kelly Cynthia $1,256,250
Previous Owner Ermler Patricia M $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/27/2020 01/27/20 Sold $1,675,000 -4.3% $265 / Sq Ft
12/27/2019 12/27/19 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2019 06/15/19 For Sale $1,750,000 -- $277 / 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 $25,304 $1,745,135 $435,235 $1,309,900
2023 $25,017 $1,282,922 $275,822 $1,007,100
2022 $25,594 $1,282,922 $275,822 $1,007,100
2021 $25,594 $1,282,922 $275,822 $1,007,100
2020 $25,594 $1,282,922 $307,800 $975,122
2019 $25,594 $1,282,922 $275,822 $1,007,100
2018 $24,683 $1,327,045 $553,845 $773,200
2017 $24,219 $1,327,045 $553,845 $773,200
2016 $24,219 $1,327,045 $553,845 $773,200
2015 $23,555 $1,327,045 $553,845 $773,200
2014 $22,560 $1,327,045 $553,845 $773,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170206601

SmartMLS

APN: LYME-000010-000000-000005