NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $959,000 - $1,094,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
$580/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2020

Last sale price $692,500 $385 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,859/month

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Roger Sherman Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2020

Beach, Marina, Town & Train are a walk away from this charming Circa 1922 three bedroom 1.5 bath Colonial Farmhouse. A welcoming front porch introduces the freshly painted interior's principal rooms with gleaming hardwood floors and a great open flow. The crisp white kitchen offers breakfast bar seating and a walk in pantry. A cozy den / office off the living room features a vaulted ceiling and natural light through multiple windows. The second landing accesses the large full bath and three bedrooms all with hardwood flooring. A walk up attic offers potential for additional living space. Outside the level yard is beautifully landscaped with mature plantings and a private patio with knee wall seating. A large two car garage completes the homes exterior. 233 South Benson, A truly wonderful opportunity in a most desirable location.

Last Listed By

Paul Triantafel

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0687594 Listed on: 09/14/2020

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,094

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Home
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walkup Attic
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Sherman Elementary School
  • Roger Ludlowe Middle School
  • Ludlowe High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,094

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Beach
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1800
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1702
  • Total Sq Ft: 1800
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Nearby Amenities: Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Transportation
  • Association Amenities: Park
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3809
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 09/14/2020
  • Directions: Old Post Road To South Benson
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 233

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: SHERMAN
  • Middle School: Roger Ludlowe
  • High School: LUDLOWE

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1500
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Wood
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 12094
  • Total Assessed Value: 451430
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.790
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.790
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 127994

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: SHERMAN
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • High School: LUDLOWE

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2020
Closed on
Nov 13, 2020
Sold by
Bielinski Ronald and Bielinski Margaret
Bought by
Scheck Christopher R and Kelen Alana J
Seller's Agent
Paul Triantafel
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Jackie Davis
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$692,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,500
-3.69%
Total Days on Market
35
Current Estimated Value
$1,044,216

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$351,716
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.49%
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Outstanding Balance
$435,576
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$608,640

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2005
Sold by
Howat Mark and Bowat Brooke
Bought by
Bielinski Ronald and Bielinski Margaret

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$528,000
Interest Rate
5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2002
Sold by
Ian Michael J
Bought by
Howat Mark

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2001
Sold by
Est Horsey Joan K and Majoros Eileen
Bought by
Ian Michael J

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
Scheck Christopher R $692,500 None Available
Scheck Christopher R $692,500 None Available
Bielinski Ronald $660,000 --
Bielinski Ronald $660,000 --
Howat Mark $435,000 --
Howat Mark $435,000 --
Ian Michael J $280,000 --
Ian Michael J $280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Scheck Christopher R $484,000
Closed Scheck Christopher R $484,000
Previous Owner Ian Michael J $528,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2020 11/17/20 Sold $692,500 -2.3% $385 / Sq Ft
10/19/2020 10/19/20 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2020 09/25/20 Price Changed $709,000 -1.4% $394 / Sq Ft
09/14/2020 09/14/20 For Sale $719,000 -- $399 / 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 $12,183 $436,660 $277,970 $158,690
2023 $12,013 $436,660 $277,970 $158,690
2022 $11,895 $436,660 $277,970 $158,690
2021 $11,781 $436,660 $277,970 $158,690
2020 $12,094 $451,430 $305,900 $145,530
2019 $12,094 $451,430 $305,900 $145,530
2018 $11,900 $451,430 $305,900 $145,530
2017 $11,656 $451,430 $305,900 $145,530
2016 $11,489 $451,430 $305,900 $145,530
2015 $11,255 $454,020 $352,730 $101,290
2014 $11,078 $454,020 $352,730 $101,290
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170336877

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000139-000000-000328