NOT LISTED FOR SALE

28 Mels Rd Westbrook, CT 06498

Estimated Value: $460,000 - $622,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
846 Sq Ft
$638/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 24, 2020

Last sale price $301,850 $357 Per Sq Ft

Est. 79% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,319/month

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Beach Access
  • Attic
  • Westbrook Middle School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2020

Need a vacation? Charming beach cottage with views of Long Island Sound and a short walk down a private road to long and sandy West Beach. This home features an open concept kitchen and living room with hardwood floors, and an enclosed wrap around porch for extra living space during your stay. Cable and wifi included and separate laundry room off full bathroom. A wonderful oasis with plenty of windows to take in the view!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Kara Bell

J.M. REALTY License #RES.0807782 Listed on: 05/31/2020

Last Renter's Agent

Kara Bell

J.M. REALTY License #RES.0807782 Listed on: 05/31/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,469

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned HDR

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 846 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Daisy Ingraham Elementary School
  • Westbrook High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,469

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Landlord Requirements: Credit Check, References Required, Security Deposit, Lease Required
  • Landlord Responsibility: All Utilities
  • Lease Price Description: Per Month
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Rental Duration: Summer Furnished, One Month
  • Security Deposit Details: $400.00
  • Smoking Allowed: No
  • Tenant Responsibility: Real Estate Taxes

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Beach
  • Property Type: Residential Rental
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 846
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 846
  • Total Sq Ft: 846
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Rental
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1882
  • Directions: Route 1, Post Avenue, Right onto Lynne Avenue, Left onto Old Pent Road, Right onto Mels Road, 2nd house on right.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Separate utility room through bathroom
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 28

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Grill, Porch-Enclosed
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Daisy Ingraham
  • High School: Westbrook

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1200
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Zoning: HDR

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 1

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1039422

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Daisy Ingraham
  • High School: Westbrook

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2020
Closed on
Apr 14, 2020
Sold by
Monahan Dennis J and Fearnley April E
Bought by
White Darlene
Seller's Agent
Kara Bell
J.M. REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Darlene White
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$301,850
Premium/Discount to List
$2,850
0.95%
Current Estimated Value
$539,969

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$238,119
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.28%
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Outstanding Balance
$141,471
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$398,498

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2010
Sold by
Fearnley Cynthia
Bought by
Monahan Dennis and Fearnley April

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
4.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
White Darlene $301,850 None Available
Monahan Dennis $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open White Darlene $160,000
Previous Owner Monahan Dennis $260,000
Previous Owner Monahan Dennis $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
05/31/2020 05/31/20 For Rent $4,000 0.0% --
04/24/2020 04/24/20 Sold $301,850 +1.0% $357 / Sq Ft
03/10/2020 03/10/20 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2020 02/20/20 For Sale $299,000 0.0% $353 / Sq Ft
08/31/2019 08/31/19 Rented $1,000 0.0% --
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Price Changed $1,000 -9.1% $1 / Sq Ft
07/27/2019 07/27/19 For Rent $1,100 +10.0% --
09/30/2018 09/30/18 Rented $1,000 0.0% --
09/30/2018 09/30/18 Under Contract -- -- --
09/04/2018 09/04/18 Price Changed $1,000 -9.1% $1 / Sq Ft
07/20/2018 07/20/18 For Rent $1,100 +18.9% --
11/07/2012 11/07/12 Rented $925 -15.9% --
11/04/2012 11/04/12 Under Contract -- -- --
07/19/2012 07/19/12 For Rent $1,100 -- --
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 $5,469 $243,080 $168,780 $74,300
2024 $5,275 $243,080 $168,780 $74,300
2023 $5,107 $239,550 $168,780 $70,770
2022 $4,973 $239,550 $168,780 $70,770
2021 $4,277 $171,090 $102,290 $68,800
2020 $4,277 $171,090 $102,290 $68,800
2019 $4,221 $171,090 $102,290 $68,800
2018 $4,169 $171,090 $102,290 $68,800
2017 $4,169 $171,090 $102,290 $68,800
2016 $3,249 $140,410 $69,050 $71,360
2015 $3,161 $140,410 $69,050 $71,360
2014 $3,060 $140,410 $69,050 $71,360
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170300644

SmartMLS

APN: WBRO-000184-000000-000025