NOT LISTED FOR SALE

259 Commonwealth Ave New Britain, CT 06053

Estimated Value: $250,000 - $293,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,728 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 31, 2018

Last sale price $151,500 $88 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,938/month

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Bonus Room
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2018

This Charming Move-in-ready Dutch Colonial is a Must SEE! Conveniently located in the Belvedere neighborhood. Beautiful hardwood floors thru-out; Central Air; Natural Gas, Finished Basement w/ Laundry room (ideal for a second bath), enclosed sun porch, attached garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diana Ferraro

Vision Real Estate License #RES.0802258 Listed on: 04/07/2018

Vision Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Tony Buccheri

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0790822

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,305

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned S3

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • New Britain High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,305

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1152
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1152
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 576
  • Total Sq Ft: 1728
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2595
  • Directions: Stanley to Commonwealth or Farmington Ave to Commonwealth
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 259

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: New Britain
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2100
  • Lot Description: Fence - Full
  • Zoning: S3

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 4305
  • Total Assessed Value: 95340
  • Mil Rate Base: 32.880
  • Mil Rate Total: 50.500
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 641663

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: New Britain

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2018
Closed on
Sep 4, 2018
Sold by
Cogan Marilyn E
Bought by
Mcmillan Benjamin J
Seller's Agent
Diana Ferraro
Vision Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tony Buccheri
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$151,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-4.72%
Total Days on Market
73
Current Estimated Value
$273,458

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$121,958
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.75%
Original Mortgage
$146,955
Outstanding Balance
$129,200
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$154,940

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2011
Sold by
Walo Judith
Bought by
Cogan Marilyn E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$138,400
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2003
Sold by
Mroz Sheila
Bought by
Walo Judith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Source: Public Records

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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
Mcmillan Benjamin J $151,500 --
Cogan Marilyn E $142,000 --
Walo Judith $145,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcmillan Benjamin J $146,955
Previous Owner Mroz Wladyslaw $138,400
Previous Owner Mroz Wladyslaw $100,000
Previous Owner Mroz Wladyslaw $16,000
Previous Owner Mroz Wladyslaw $3,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/31/2018 08/31/18 Sold $151,500 -1.6% $88 / Sq Ft
06/19/2018 06/19/18 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2018 05/31/18 Price Changed $154,000 -1.3% $89 / Sq Ft
04/23/2018 04/23/18 Price Changed $156,000 -1.9% $90 / Sq Ft
04/07/2018 04/07/18 For Sale $159,000 -- $92 / 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 $5,828 $147,210 $67,830 $79,380
2023 $5,635 $147,210 $67,830 $79,380
2022 $4,719 $95,340 $31,290 $64,050
2021 $4,719 $95,340 $31,290 $64,050
2020 $4,815 $95,340 $31,290 $64,050
2019 $4,815 $95,340 $31,290 $64,050
2018 $4,815 $95,340 $31,290 $64,050
2017 $4,306 $85,260 $28,490 $56,770
2016 $4,306 $85,260 $28,490 $56,770
2015 $4,178 $85,260 $28,490 $56,770
2014 $4,178 $85,260 $28,490 $56,770
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Diana Ferraro

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Diana Ferraro

    Vision Real Estate

    (860) 919-0870

    7 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Diana Ferraro
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  • Tony Buccheri

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Tony Buccheri

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

    (860) 983-0748

    2 in this area

    263 Total Sales

    Tony Buccheri
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170069625

SmartMLS

APN: NBRI-000004C-000000-B000142

Connecticut Hartford County New Britain 06053

259 Commonwealth Ave, New Britain, CT

This home is located at 259 Commonwealth Ave, New Britain, CT 06053 since 07 April 2018 and is currently estimated at $273,458, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 259 Commonwealth Ave is a home located in Hartford County with nearby schools including Holmes School, Pulaski Middle School, and Mountain Laurel Sudbury School.

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