NOT LISTED FOR SALE

296 Lyons Plain Rd Weston, CT 06883

Estimated Value: $1,497,000 - $2,649,000

8 Beds
6.5 Baths
5,625 Sq Ft
$390/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 15, 2020

Last sale price $1,505,000 $268 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,872/month

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Detached Guest House
  • River Front
  • Weston Intermediate School Rated A
  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2020

Vacation year round! Swim, canoe and fly fish from your own backyard! Idyllic riverfront country estate sited on 2.8 acres with 400+ ft. frontage along the Saugatuck River located one hour from Manhattan is the perfect year-round residence or weekend retreat! Home renovation featured in This Old House Magazine Jan/Feb 2017. Completely renovated 1750 home and converted antique cottage (legal rental property), with stone walls, sprawling yard, and specimen plantings. New pool (installed 2020). The 2 homes radiate charm from every inch of their interiors and delight the eye from each exterior perspective. Exquisitely transformed and rejuvenated, interiors in both homes are stylish, bright and contemporary while maintaining their antique heritage with many original wood floors and beams. Main house is approx. 4,000 sq.ft. with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. Cottage is 1,607 sq.ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Rendering of pool and deck design included in photos. Convenient commute to Metro North. Weston's Blue Ribbon public schools among Best in Connecticut per US News & World Report rankings. School bus stops at home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Rehr

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0781378 Listed on: 07/27/2020

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Gilrain

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0794534

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,501

Year Built

  • Built in 1750

Lot Details

  • 2.83 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Stone Wall
  • Sloped Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shake Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 5,625 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 8 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Beach Access
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Hurlbutt Elementary School
  • Weston Middle School
  • Weston High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Detached Guest House
  • Flood Zone Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,501

Year Built

Built in 1750

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Lower Weston
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5625
  • Total Sq Ft: 5625
  • Year Built: 1750
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Lyons Plains Road - across from the Emmanuel Church
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 15
  • Total Bedrooms: 8
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Level Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 296

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Guest House, Gutters, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle, Metal
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Frontage, River, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Gravel

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hurlbutt
  • Middle School: Weston
  • High School: Weston
  • Intermediate School: Weston

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.8340
  • Lot Description: Sloping Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: R

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 23501
  • Total Assessed Value: 726020
  • Mil Rate Base: 32.370
  • Mil Rate Total: 32.370
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 405067

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hurlbutt
  • Middle Jr High School: Weston
  • High School: Weston

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2020
Closed on
Oct 6, 2020
Sold by
Frost Nigel and Frost Juliet
Bought by
Leba Chris
Seller's Agent
Debbie Rehr
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mark Gilrain
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,505,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
0.4%
Total Days on Market
65
Current Estimated Value
$2,195,547

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$690,547
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.48%
Original Mortgage
$1,050,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2000
Sold by
Moritz Sasha and Moritz Amy
Bought by
Smith David
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
Leba Chris $1,505,000 None Available
Smith David $825,000 --
Smith David $825,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Leba Chris $1,040,000
Closed Leba Chris $1,050,000
Previous Owner Smith David $600,000
Previous Owner Smith David $96,608
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/15/2020 10/15/20 Sold $1,505,000 +0.4% $268 / Sq Ft
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2020 07/28/20 For Sale $1,499,000 +199.8% $266 / Sq Ft
07/02/2013 07/02/13 Sold $500,000 -16.0% $238 / Sq Ft
06/02/2013 06/02/13 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2012 05/11/12 For Sale $595,000 -- $283 / 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 $30,576 $1,302,770 $333,760 $969,010
2023 $32,016 $968,430 $333,720 $634,710
2022 $31,929 $968,430 $333,720 $634,710
2021 $31,881 $968,430 $333,720 $634,710
2020 $23,501 $726,020 $333,720 $392,300
2019 $23,501 $726,020 $333,720 $392,300
2018 $23,200 $789,400 $430,800 $358,600
2017 $22,822 $789,400 $430,800 $358,600
2016 $22,545 $789,400 $430,800 $358,600
2015 $18,082 $630,700 $430,800 $199,900
2014 $16,156 $572,100 $430,800 $141,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170318683

SmartMLS

APN: WSTN-000019-000003-000035