NOT LISTED FOR SALE

280 Opening Hill Rd Madison, CT 06443

Estimated Value: $782,000 - $888,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,274 Sq Ft
$254/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 05, 2019

Last sale price $450,000 $137 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,448/month

77 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 3.72 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Secluded Lot
  • Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of April 2019

Pristine colonial--close to town and schools
Current owner has done many upgrades including--Completely new kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters--remodelled all baths--new windows throughout entire house--installed new roof in Spring 2018--Outside of house just painted --interior rooms have also been painted to provide a truely move in ready home for the next owner.
5 bedrooms--large master with walk in closet and full bath--formal dining room and living room with oversized stone fireplace and built in bookcases
Lower level family room with wood burning stove and wet bar for entertaining. Oversized 2 car garage has plenty of storage room.
Very private interior lot--flat yard for all activities and space for a future inground pool.
This home has always been very well maintained -- just bring your tooth brush

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bob Allison

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0794104 Listed on: 12/03/2018

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Miko

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0761100

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,248

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 3.72 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Interior Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RU-1

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Thermal Windows
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

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

Accessible Home Design

  • Raised Toilet

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

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

Schools

  • Daniel Hand High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,248

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2592
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2592
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 682
  • Total Sq Ft: 3274
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Handicap Features: Raised Toilet
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 7014
  • Directions: Greenhill Rd to Opening Hill--Interior lot
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Cooled, Interior Access, Liveable Space, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 280

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Enclosed, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Daniel Hand
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert, Ridge Vents, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.7200
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Open Lot, Secluded, Lightly Wooded
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RU-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 9248
  • Total Assessed Value: 329800
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.040
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.040
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1158873

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Daniel Hand

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 3, 2018
Closed on
Apr 2, 2019
Sold by
Fichthorn Nancy A and Fichthorn Phillio A
Bought by
Lahti Melanie and Norvell Scott
Seller's Agent
Bob Allison
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Lori Miko
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$469,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-4.05%
Current Estimated Value
$832,404

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$382,404
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.22%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Outstanding Balance
$308,339
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$527,353

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 1999
Sold by
Est Dvorsky Gail E and Dvorsky John W
Bought by
Fichthorn Phillip A and Fichthorn Nancy A
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
Lahti Melanie $450,000 --
Fichthorn Phillip A $275,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lahti Melanie $350,000
Previous Owner Fichthorn Phillip A $100,000
Previous Owner Fichthorn Phillip A $10,000
Previous Owner Fichthorn Phillip A $363,000
Previous Owner Fichthorn Phillip A $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/05/2019 04/05/19 Sold $450,000 -4.1% $137 / Sq Ft
02/18/2019 02/18/19 Pending -- -- --
12/03/2018 12/03/18 For Sale $469,000 -- $143 / 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 $10,955 $488,400 $140,500 $347,900
2024 $10,707 $486,700 $140,500 $346,200
2023 $10,088 $336,600 $108,100 $228,500
2022 $9,705 $330,000 $108,100 $221,900
2021 $9,521 $330,000 $108,100 $221,900
2020 $9,356 $330,000 $108,100 $221,900
2019 $9,356 $330,000 $108,100 $221,900
2018 $9,248 $329,800 $111,800 $218,000
2017 $9,004 $329,800 $111,800 $218,000
2016 $8,736 $329,800 $111,800 $218,000
2015 $8,496 $329,800 $111,800 $218,000
2014 $9,371 $372,300 $173,600 $198,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170147712

SmartMLS

APN: MADI-000094-000000-000030