$335,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2020

261 Whistle Town Rd East Lyme, CT 06333

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,976 Sq Ft
4.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$170 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4.5 Acre Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • East Lyme Middle School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

As of May 2023

Rural in feel, the site provides privacy while remaining in proximity to everything you need. With five acres of land backing Nehantic State Forest, you’ll find yourself getting lost in nature on your very own property. The well-maintained home with an open floor plan offers beautiful light throughout the day, new wood floors, and space for entertaining. A large kitchen with breakfast nook has an abundance of prep and storage space, plus room for a center island. Enjoy meals in the dining room, and unwind in the living room at the end of the day. The family room with wood stove is spacious and bright. Two decks, on either side of the home, offer outdoor living areas for grilling, enjoying meals, bird watching, and watching the sun go down. The private yard is filled with greenery and signs of nature, and a fenced garden space features raised beds. Additional features include updates in the bathrooms and a full basement, which can be finished. Located close to major highways for easy travel. Call today for your private showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Byron Lazine

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0790768 Listed on: 07/31/2020

William Raveis Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Yola Sinclair

Countryside Realty License #RES.0808314

Last Buyer's Agent

Joshua Devercelly

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0801767

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,753

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 4.5 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned R80

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,976 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Oven or Range
  • Laundry on lower level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • East Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,753

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1976
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1976
  • Total Sq Ft: 1976
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3676
  • Directions: Grassy Hill to Whistletown.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 261

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Paved, Off Street Parking
  • Driveway Type: Private

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Wood/Coal Stove
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.5000
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Treed
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R80

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 5753
  • Total Assessed Value: 202860
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.360
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.360
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1472199

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2023
Closed on
May 24, 2023
Sold by
Gravel Taylor and Gravel James
Bought by
Mulrine Sean
Seller's Agent
Amber Bova
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Cahill
Puorro Realty Group
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$378,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,000
-5.5%
Views
56
Current Estimated Value
$484,128

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$106,128
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.61%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2020
Closed on
Sep 25, 2020
Sold by
Martin Amy
Bought by
Gravel James and Gravel Taylor
Seller's Agent
Byron Lazine
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joshua Devercelly
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$335,000
Sold Price
$335,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.63%
Original Mortgage
$328,932
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1998
Sold by
Guinn Robert M and Guinn Penny L
Bought by
Martin Robert L and Martin Amy G
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $378,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $335,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $160,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $328,932 New Conventional
Previous Owner $158,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $192,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $76,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/26/2023 05/26/23 Sold $378,000 -5.5% $191 / Sq Ft
04/01/2023 04/01/23 For Sale $400,000 +19.4% $202 / Sq Ft
09/25/2020 09/25/20 Sold $335,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
08/06/2020 08/06/20 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2020 07/31/20 For Sale $335,000 -- $170 / 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 $6,688 $238,770 $95,060 $143,710
2024 $6,292 $238,770 $95,060 $143,710
2023 $5,941 $238,770 $95,060 $143,710
2022 $5,692 $238,770 $95,060 $143,710
2021 $5,726 $200,830 $93,800 $107,030
2020 $5,753 $202,860 $93,800 $109,060
2019 $5,719 $202,860 $93,800 $109,060
2018 $5,548 $202,860 $93,800 $109,060
2017 $5,307 $202,860 $93,800 $109,060
2016 $4,873 $192,150 $82,040 $110,110
2015 $4,748 $192,150 $82,040 $110,110
2014 $4,617 $192,150 $82,040 $110,110
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170321934

SmartMLS

APN: ELYM-004600-000042