NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 Highland Ave West Haven, CT 06516

West Shore Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $316,187 - $338,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,152 Sq Ft
$283/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 06, 2015

Last sale price $135,000 $117 Per Sq Ft

Est. 142% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,216/month

246 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Level Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of November 2015

GREAT WEST SHORE CAPE W/4 BEDRS, NICE UPDATED KITCHEN W/REFRIGERATOR,OVEN,MICROWAVE & DISHWASHER. MAIN FLOOR WITH HW FLOORS, UPDATED MAIN LEVEL BATHROOM. UPSTAIRS BEDRMS W/NEW CARPET. FRESHLY PAINTED. BASEMENT W/WOOD STOVE. WASHER & DRYER STAY. DECK OVERLOOKS YARD AND SEASONAL WATERVIEWS. EXECUTRIX INSTALLED A NEW BOILER IN DECEMBER 2014.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Georgina Fryer

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0758171 Listed on: 12/08/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Teresa Fripp

Chris Renee Realty License #REB.0791658

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,933

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 4,312 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Pboe Elementary School
  • West Haven High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,933

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: JONES HILL RD TO LAUREL ST TO HIGHLAND AVE - OR - PLATT AVE TO LINDEN RD TO HIGHLAND
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Room Info: Basement Hook-Up(s)
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 281

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Open
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • 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: PBOE
  • High School: WEST HAVEN

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0990
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Purchase: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: 3933
  • Total Assessed Value: 125860
  • Mil Rate Total: 31.250
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1420968

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: PBOE
  • High School: WEST HAVEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 8, 2014
Closed on
Nov 12, 2015
Sold by
Setaro Nicole
Bought by
Apicella Silvana
Seller's Agent
Georgina Fryer
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Fripp
Chris Renee Realty
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,900
-24.96%
Total Days on Market
246
Current Estimated Value
$326,062

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$191,062
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.61%
Original Mortgage
$123,524
Outstanding Balance
$98,740
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$227,322
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
Apicella Silvana $140,000 --
Apicella Silvana $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Heritage Baptist Templ $123,524
Closed Heritage Baptist Templ $15,000
Closed Heritage Baptist Templ $123,524
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/06/2015 11/06/15 Sold $135,000 -25.0% $117 / Sq Ft
08/11/2015 08/11/15 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2014 12/08/14 For Sale $179,900 -- $156 / 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 $5,832 $124,460 $59,570 $64,890
2023 $5,613 $124,460 $59,570 $64,890
2022 $5,512 $124,460 $59,570 $64,890
2021 $5,512 $124,460 $59,570 $64,890
2020 $5,516 $113,470 $54,180 $59,290
2019 $5,340 $113,470 $54,180 $59,290
2018 $5,264 $113,470 $54,180 $59,290
2017 $5,122 $113,470 $54,180 $59,290
2016 $5,065 $113,470 $54,180 $59,290
2015 $5,019 $125,860 $60,550 $65,310
2014 $5,019 $125,860 $60,550 $65,310
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Georgina Fryer

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Georgina Fryer

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (203) 508-2550

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Georgina Fryer
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  • Teresa Fripp

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Teresa Fripp

    Chris Renee Realty

    (203) 747-0877

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: N10008501

SmartMLS

APN: WHAV-000015-000032

Connecticut New Haven County West Haven 06516 West Shore

281 Highland Ave, West Haven, CT

This home is located at 281 Highland Ave, West Haven, CT 06516 since 08 December 2014 and is currently estimated at $326,062, approximately $283 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 281 Highland Ave is a home located in New Haven County with nearby schools including Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School, Harry M. Bailey Middle School, and West Haven High School.

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