NOT LISTED FOR SALE

286 Downs Rd Bethany, CT 06524

Estimated Value: $255,000 - $393,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
694 Sq Ft
$449/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 22, 2019

Last sale price $100,000 $144 Per Sq Ft

Est. 211% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,959/month

123 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • No HOA
  • Bethany Community School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Porch

About This Home

As of August 2019

The "Levi Allen" house is listed in the book Bethany Old Houses & Historic Buildings. Built in 1855, the home offers updated mechanicals, such as furnace, hot water heater, septic system, roof & well pump. There is also a generator. This house fits the current vogue for "living small." Set on .95 acres, there is room to expand.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Irma Nesson

Calcagni Real Estate License #RES.0495557 Listed on: 02/25/2019

Calcagni Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Irma Nesson

Calcagni Real Estate License #RES.0495557 Listed on: 02/25/2019

Calcagni Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,644

Year Built

  • Built in 1855

Lot Details

  • 0.95 Acre Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R-130

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 694 Sq Ft Home
  • Partial Basement
  • Storage In Attic
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Bethany Community Elementary School
  • Amity Middle School
  • Amity Regional High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Private Water Source
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,644

Year Built

Built in 1855

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 694
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 694
  • Total Sq Ft: 694
  • Year Built: 1855
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Rt. 69 to Downs Rd.-- Just north of house, gravel parking spaces available along wooden fence.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Water System
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.9500
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-130

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 3644
  • Mil Rate Base: 36.900
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1055925

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bethany Community
  • Middle Jr High School: Amity
  • High School: Amity Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2019
Closed on
Aug 22, 2019
Sold by
Brinton Janet L
Bought by
Lushinks John I
Seller's Agent
Irma Nesson
Calcagni Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Irma Nesson
Calcagni Real Estate
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,000
-44.13%
Current Estimated Value
$311,369

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$211,369
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.39%
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Outstanding Balance
$83,202
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$228,167

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2011
Sold by
Brinton Robert H Est
Bought by
Brinton Ex Janet L
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
Lushinks John I $100,000 --
Brinton Ex Janet L -- --
Brinton Ex Janet L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lushinks John I $95,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/22/2019 08/22/19 Sold $100,000 -25.4% $144 / Sq Ft
06/28/2019 06/28/19 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2019 05/14/19 Price Changed $134,000 -15.7% $193 / Sq Ft
03/11/2019 03/11/19 Price Changed $159,000 -11.2% $229 / Sq Ft
02/25/2019 02/25/19 For Sale $179,000 -- $258 / 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 $4,169 $143,080 $69,720 $73,360
2024 $4,066 $143,080 $69,720 $73,360
2023 $3,730 $98,740 $77,490 $21,250
2022 $3,555 $98,740 $77,490 $21,250
2021 $3,407 $98,740 $77,490 $21,250
2020 $3,610 $98,740 $77,490 $21,250
2019 $3,644 $98,740 $77,490 $21,250
2018 $3,836 $103,970 $84,950 $19,020
2017 $3,836 $103,970 $84,950 $19,020
2016 $3,691 $103,970 $84,950 $19,020
2015 $3,643 $103,970 $84,950 $19,020
2014 $3,525 $103,970 $84,950 $19,020
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Irma Nesson

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Irma Nesson

    Calcagni Real Estate

    (203) 671-1706

    18 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Irma Nesson
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170166327

SmartMLS

APN: BETH-000130-000000-000058

Connecticut New Haven County Bethany 06492

286 Downs Rd, Bethany, CT

Not Listed for Sale

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