NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 Old Sachems Head Rd Guilford, CT 06437

Estimated Value: $4,028,500 - $4,621,000

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
7,655 Sq Ft
$564/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2023

Last sale price $3,675,000 $480 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $28,201/month

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • 2.22 Acre Lot
  • E.C. Adams Middle School Rated A-
  • Waterfront
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of October 2023

Sachems Head is one of New England’s renowned coastal gems — and this home is among its crown jewels. With 6 bedrooms/5.1 baths, this custom-built, 7,655 sq-ft home occupies 2.22 acres of waterfront on Joshua Cove. Each room showcases architectural and construction excellence, from Brazilian cherrywood flooring and built-in shelving to triple-pane windows and a turret’s curved mahogany wood staircase leading to a rooftop deck with amazing vistas. The main floor is smartly divided, with the dining room, living room, home office, mudroom, powder room, and one of two primary bedrooms on one wing. The other wing features the gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, large cherry-topped island, 5-burner Wolf gas range, Wolf double wall ovens, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators, 2 sinks, and wine cooler, plus a built-in banquette dining area. Adjacent are the craft room and family room, which leads to both a sunroom and a spectacular bluestone deck overlooking the private yard, gardens, and waterfront. The second floor includes another primary bedroom, with a semicircular wall of windows, and spacious bath. Two of the other 4 bedrooms have their own full baths; the other 2 share one bath. This level also includes a waterfront-facing great room, exercise room, and laundry room. Value-added amenities include propane hydro air HVAC, on demand hot water, ERV air exchanger, generator, heated 2-car garage with electric-car charger, barn, irrigation, and security system. NOT in a flood zone.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sue Woods

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0757106 Listed on: 05/29/2023

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Barbara Goetsch

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0772208

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Ryalls

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0824722

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $63,080

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 2.22 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-5

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Steel Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 7,655 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Home Security System
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Location

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

Schools

  • A. W. Cox Elementary School
  • Adams Middle School
  • Baldwin Middle School
  • Guilford High School

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1116715

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$63,080

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sachems Head
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7655
  • Total Sq Ft: 7655
  • Year Built: 2005
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 14
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System, Wired For Audio

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Barn, Covered Deck, Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Lighting, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront Access Water Community View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Steel

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Paved
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Baldwin

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert, Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.22
  • Lot Description: Open Lot Water View Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-5
  • Parcel #: 1116715

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 63080

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: A. W. Cox
  • Middle Jr High School: Adams
  • High School: Guilford

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2023
Closed on
Oct 18, 2023
Sold by
Obrien Kevin R
Bought by
Lavallee Robert
Seller's Agent
Sue Woods
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Eric Ryalls
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$3,949,000
Sold Price
$3,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$274,000
-6.94%
Views
361
Current Estimated Value
$4,314,875

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$639,875
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.27%
Original Mortgage
$2,560,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,507,312
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,807,563

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2004
Sold by
Lorenze John and Lorenze Lorraine A
Bought by
Obrien Kevin R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$850,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
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
Lavallee Robert $3,675,000 None Available
Obrien Kevin R $1,890,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lavallee Robert $2,560,000
Previous Owner Obrien Kevin R $401,000
Previous Owner Obrien Kevin R $413,200
Previous Owner Obrien Kevin R $850,000
Previous Owner Obrien Kevin R $850,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/18/2023 10/18/23 Sold $3,675,000 -6.9% $480 / Sq Ft
08/22/2023 08/22/23 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2023 06/02/23 For Sale $3,949,000 -- $516 / 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 $67,394 $2,437,400 $1,237,600 $1,199,800
2024 $64,786 $2,437,400 $1,237,600 $1,199,800
2023 $63,080 $2,437,400 $1,237,600 $1,199,800
2022 $66,336 $1,995,080 $1,045,100 $949,980
2021 $65,080 $1,995,080 $1,045,100 $949,980
2020 $64,461 $1,995,080 $1,045,100 $949,980
2019 $63,902 $1,995,080 $1,045,100 $949,980
2018 $62,406 $1,995,080 $1,045,100 $949,980
2017 $52,674 $1,794,080 $1,206,730 $587,350
2016 $51,436 $1,794,080 $1,206,730 $587,350
2015 $50,665 $1,794,080 $1,206,730 $587,350
2014 $49,194 $1,794,080 $1,206,730 $587,350
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170570602

SmartMLS

APN: GUIL-000000-000000-004009