NOT LISTED FOR SALE

291 Kate Downing Rd Plainfield, CT 06374

Estimated Value: $681,000 - $920,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,228 Sq Ft
$197/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2018

Last sale price $435,000 $103 Per Sq Ft

Est. 92% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,294/month

110 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • 15.2 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

As of February 2018

1702 Colonial home with 2 Ponds & 3 Outbldgs! Picture yourself in this wonderfully maintained, gracious center- chimney colonial situated on 15.2 park-like acres. This 4,200+ sq ft homestead features original wide plank flooring, exposed beams, original paneling, 5 BR’s, 2.5 BA’s, 5 fireplaces, 2 beehive ovens, a spacious kitchen in the back ell, a keeping room, dining room, library, walk-up attic with original smokehouse and a spacious 700+ sqft in-law apt with full kitchen. Enjoy a 2 car post & beam carriage shed garage with loft. A heated and air conditioned outbldg could be used for a dog kennel, exercise area or workshop. This bldg comes complete with doggie doors leading to indoor and outdoor pens. Also enjoy a stone outbldg with enclosed area that could be used for small animals, goats, sheep or to store your firewood or perhaps start a maple syrup operation. This lovely country setting has park like beauty and a lot of privacy, 2 approx ½ acre ponds with large mouth bass, 2 walking bridges and a waterfall. Mature fruit trees, including apple, blueberries, peaches, plums and pears, a grape arbor, perennials and vegetable gardens and old stonewalls abound. Newer siding, windows, mechanicals, central AC and a 45KW generator. Many original features are intact. Take a step back in time with this unique and one of a kind property. Possible B&B, Air BNB or other home business potential. Seller thoughtfully providing a 1 year home warranty for buyer peace of mind.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dan Sperduto

eXp Realty License #REB.0791617 Listed on: 08/29/2017

eXp Realty

Co-Listed By

Benjamin Gillis

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Cynthia Cingranelli-Tagliaferri

Priority Real Estate Group,LLC License #RES.0796461

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,097

Year Built

  • Built in 1702

Lot Details

  • 15.2 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Kennel
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Fruit Trees
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RA60

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Shake Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 4,228 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Thermal Windows
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Walkup Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Plainfield High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Separate Entry Quarters
  • Property is near shops

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Large mirror in upstairs bathroom

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,097

Year Built

Built in 1702

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4228
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4228
  • Total Sq Ft: 4228
  • Year Built: 1702
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Exclusions: Large mirror in upstairs bathroom
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8372
  • Directions: Take I395 to Plainfield exit 28 (Lathrop Rd). Head south on Lathrop Rd to intersection with Kate Downing Rd. Turn left onto Kate Downing Rd. Driveway is on right directly across from mailbox. Home sits back from road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored
  • Basement Description: Partial With Hatchway, Crawl Space, Unfinished, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Gutters, Kennel, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Pond, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Wood/Coal Stove
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane, Wood
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Propane
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Estimated Annual Heat Cost: 1100

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 15.2000
  • Lot Description: May be Subdividable, Some Wetlands, Water View, Lightly Wooded, Rolling
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RA60

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 10097
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.920
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 1.700
  • Tax District Amount: 543
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1699903

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Plainfield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2017
Closed on
Feb 28, 2018
Sold by
Gillis Benjamin A and Gillis Laura B
Bought by
Kneser Daniel P and Kneser Cara M
Seller's Agent
Dan Sperduto
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Cingranelli-Tagliaferri
Priority Real Estate Group,LLC
List Price
$490,000
Sold Price
$435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-11.22%
Current Estimated Value
$835,026

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$400,026
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.80%
Original Mortgage
$391,500
Outstanding Balance
$331,980
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$503,046

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2010
Sold by
Fhlmc
Bought by
Gillis Benjamin A and Gillis Laura B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2009
Sold by
Chase Home Finance Llc
Bought by
Fhlmc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2009
Sold by
Murphy Scott S and Hopkins Shelley Ann
Bought by
Chase Home Finance Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2003
Sold by
Skinner Patricia Ann
Bought by
Murphy Scott S and Hopkins Shelley Anne
Source: Public Records

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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
Kneser Daniel P $435,000 --
Gillis Benjamin A $435,000 --
Fhlmc -- --
Chase Home Finance Llc -- --
Murphy Scott S $600,000 --
Kneser Daniel P $435,000 --
Gillis Benjamin A $435,000 --
Fhlmc -- --
Chase Home Finance Llc -- --
Murphy Scott S $600,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Murphy Scott S $391,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/28/2018 02/28/18 Sold $435,000 -4.4% $103 / Sq Ft
12/17/2017 12/17/17 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2017 11/10/17 Price Changed $455,000 -2.2% $108 / Sq Ft
09/20/2017 09/20/17 Price Changed $465,000 -5.1% $110 / Sq Ft
08/29/2017 08/29/17 For Sale $490,000 -- $116 / 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 $10,979 $472,420 $69,790 $402,630
2024 $10,549 $472,420 $69,790 $402,630
2023 $10,497 $472,420 $69,790 $402,630
2022 $14,550 $347,350 $58,650 $288,700
2021 $10,466 $347,350 $58,650 $288,700
2020 $10,431 $347,350 $58,650 $288,700
2019 $10,431 $347,350 $58,650 $288,700
2018 $10,302 $347,350 $58,650 $288,700
2017 $10,097 $319,320 $61,740 $257,580
2016 $9,739 $319,320 $61,740 $257,580
2015 $9,519 $319,320 $61,740 $257,580
2014 $9,519 $319,320 $61,740 $257,580
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170009622

SmartMLS

APN: PLAI-000018-000006-000027