NOT LISTED FOR SALE

23 Library Ln Old Lyme, CT 06371

Estimated Value: $929,000 - $1,041,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,681 Sq Ft
$370/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 11, 2019

Last sale price $550,000 $205 Per Sq Ft

Est. 80% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,109/month

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • 1.75 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Mile Creek School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2019

MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION on beautiful cape with great contemporary finishing touches. It is located at Library Lane in the village of Old Lyme. The interior has seen several additions and changes over the years so that an open and flexible floor plan allows for maximum light and breezes to flood the house. Gorgeous property with formal English garden and open lawns all within a short distance to library, schools, town hall, Old Lyme Academy, restaurants, shopping. Old Lyme is situated along LI Sound and the Ct. River as well as several great swimming and boating lakes. This house has generous size rooms and cozy spaces. The DR is large with French doors bringing in light and summer breezes. A small breakfast room is next to the kitchen. Both have beautiful views of the gardens. The cozy LR with fpl is totally charming. A small den with a pocket door allows for privacy as well as an extra bedroom when needed for guests. The MBR suite is on the first floor, with French doors opening to a private deck overlooking a rustic gathering spot and charming utility cottage. The 2 upstairs bedrooms are large. Many updates include windows, French doors, enlarged formal DR, remodeled Den. This is a gracious home, not your usual cookie cutter house, and offers great spaces for today's creative living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rena Powell

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0550841 Listed on: 08/20/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Laurel Peters

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0763377

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,269

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 1.75 Acre Lot
  • Beach Front
  • River Front
  • Property is zoned RU 40

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,681 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Water Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

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

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Heating system powered by passive solar
  • Deck

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,269

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2681
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2681
  • Total Sq Ft: 2681
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6224
  • Directions: village location off Lyme Street
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Humidifier, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: good storage area, access to outside
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 23

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Frontage, River, Beach
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.7500
  • Lot Description: Dry, Water View
  • Zoning: RU 40

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 8269
  • Total Assessed Value: 369000
  • Mil Rate Base: 22.410
  • Mil Rate Total: 22.410
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1553327

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2019
Closed on
Dec 6, 2019
Sold by
Rice James R and Rice Jane
Bought by
Hansen Frederick P and Hansen Laura N
Seller's Agent
Rena Powell
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Laurel Peters
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-21.32%
Current Estimated Value
$992,267

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$442,267
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2010
Sold by
Whitehead William
Bought by
Bernbach Jane and Rice James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$328,000
Interest Rate
4.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2006
Sold by
Robinson Christopher
Bought by
Whitehead William
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hansen Frederick P $550,000 None Available
Bernbach Jane $680,000 --
Whitehead William $635,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Whitehead William $360,000
Previous Owner Whitehead William $328,000
Previous Owner Whitehead William $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/11/2019 12/11/19 Sold $550,000 -7.6% $205 / Sq Ft
10/16/2019 10/16/19 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2019 10/01/19 Price Changed $595,000 -8.3% $222 / Sq Ft
09/15/2019 09/15/19 Price Changed $649,000 -7.2% $242 / Sq Ft
09/02/2019 09/02/19 For Sale $699,000 -- $261 / 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
2025 $9,933 $612,000 $271,700 $340,300
2024 $9,587 $392,900 $193,000 $199,900
2023 $9,233 $392,900 $193,000 $199,900
2022 $9,233 $392,900 $193,000 $199,900
2021 $9,155 $392,900 $193,000 $199,900
2020 $9,115 $392,900 $193,000 $199,900
2019 $8,269 $369,000 $173,200 $195,800
2018 $8,085 $369,000 $173,200 $195,800
2017 $8,026 $369,000 $173,200 $195,800
2016 $7,774 $366,700 $173,200 $193,500
2015 $7,561 $366,700 $173,200 $193,500
2014 $7,726 $393,000 $168,300 $224,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170223520

SmartMLS

APN: OLYM-000056-000000-000024