NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 Karen Ave Stratford, CT 06614

Estimated Value: $541,000 - $571,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,622 Sq Ft
$341/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 08, 2022

Last sale price $489,000 $301 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,599/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Open Floorplan
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of March 2022

OVER $100,000 IN UPGRADES AND IMPROVEMENTS! Welcome home to your private oasis! Beautifully situated at the end of a Cul de Sac. Enjoy entertaining year round- Spring & Summer get togethers in the private fully fenced rear yard with very low maintenance HEATED, SALT WATER In-Ground Fiberglass Pool (installed by Fairfield Pools in 2019) Pool heater enables you to keep the pool open until Fall and open in early Spring. Winter celebrations can accommodate guests upstairs, as well as the finished lower level relaxing by the fireplace, with full bath. Lower-level hosts laundry & access to the custom backyard with Nicolock stone patio & pool. Main level is light and bright with an open living and dining room leading to spacious deck. Kitchen features new stainless-steel refrigerator (2021) newer dishwasher, microwave and chef grade Viking oven! Double vanity in upstairs bathroom with ample storage & a jacuzzi tub! This home is very smart functional, Nest thermostats, Ring spotlight camera & smart garage door opener- all available to be monitored from your phone! Hot water heater new 6/2019, brand new 10/2021: front door & Pella sliding glass doors. Shed (2020) perfect for pool, lawn and patio storage. The spacious attached 2 car garage hosts plenty of shelving and storage, as well as pull down attic.. Inside of the home was professionally repainted in 2017 & 2021. This home is conveniently located between the Merritt & 95 and close to Metro North Train. Owner is a licensed Realtor.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Kleps

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0366689 Listed on: 12/26/2021

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Alan Hamilton

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0764561

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,228

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Property is zoned RS-4

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,622 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Windows

Parking

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

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fiberglass Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Pool Alarm
  • Fiberglass Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Location

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

Schools

  • Bunnell High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,228

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: North End
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1622
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1094
  • Total Sq Ft: 1622
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2438
  • Directions: NICHOLS TO QUAIL TO KAREN
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access, Garage Access, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated, Salt Water, Alarm, Fiberglass
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2100
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Fence - Full, Fence - Privacy
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RS-4

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 8228
  • Mil Rate Base: 39.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 371649

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 26, 2021
Closed on
Mar 8, 2022
Sold by
Carmo Carlos and Carmo Ashley L
Bought by
Lutzo Christopher J and Vonrabenstein Susan M
Seller's Agent
John Kleps
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Alan Hamilton
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$489,000
Current Estimated Value
$553,083

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,083
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.37%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Outstanding Balance
$353,767
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$199,316

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2019
Sold by
Carmo Carlos
Bought by
Carmo Ashley L and Carmo Carlos

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2017
Closed on
May 5, 2017
Sold by
Holtz Louise C
Bought by
Carmo Carlos
Seller's Agent
Sergio Bedoya
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
John Kleps
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$270,500
Premium/Discount to List
$10,600
4.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.73%
Original Mortgage
$256,975
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2006
Sold by
Ganim Lee and Salgado Laurese
Bought by
Holtz Louise

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Lutzo Christopher J $489,000 None Available
Carmo Ashley L -- --
Carmo Carlos $270,500 --
Holtz Louise $335,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lutzo Christopher J $380,000
Previous Owner Carmo Ashley L $255,000
Previous Owner Carmo Carlos $256,975
Previous Owner Holtz Louise $50,000
Previous Owner Holtz Louise $268,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/08/2022 03/08/22 Sold $489,000 0.0% $301 / Sq Ft
02/04/2022 02/04/22 Pending -- -- --
12/26/2021 12/26/21 For Sale $489,000 +80.8% $301 / Sq Ft
05/05/2017 05/05/17 Sold $270,500 +4.1% $167 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/01/2017 03/01/17 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2017 02/22/17 For Sale $259,900 -- $160 / 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 $8,380 $208,460 $101,570 $106,890
2024 $8,380 $208,460 $101,570 $106,890
2023 $8,380 $208,460 $101,570 $106,890
2022 $8,226 $208,460 $101,570 $106,890
2021 $8,228 $208,460 $101,570 $106,890
2020 $8,263 $208,460 $101,570 $106,890
2019 $7,248 $181,790 $84,630 $97,160
2018 $7,253 $181,790 $84,630 $97,160
2017 $7,266 $181,790 $84,630 $97,160
2016 $7,088 $181,790 $84,630 $97,160
2015 $6,769 $183,050 $84,630 $98,420
2014 $7,076 $198,590 $100,590 $98,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170457462

SmartMLS

APN: STRA-003014-000010-000019