NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $514,000 - $586,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,386 Sq Ft
$405/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 18, 2019

Last sale price $330,000 $238 Per Sq Ft

Est. 63% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,889/month

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Pool House
  • Property is near public transit
  • King's Highway Elementary School Rated A+
  • Clubhouse
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of April 2019

Private and secluded area surrounded by natural seasonal beauty at the very top of Hills Lane. Spacious living room/dining room with fireplace, and private deck offer beautiful views, including winter peeks at LI Sound. Large master suite with dressing area. Second bedroom has closet built-ins. Smaller third bedroom or den. Hall bath with walk-in shower. Eat in kitchen includes generous pantry. Nearby carport and private storage unit. Incredible convenience of location: walk to commuter bus to Westport train, Whole Foods, pool or Pilates. Just 5 minutes to downtown Westport's restaurants, shops, Playhouse Theater and summer concerts by the river. Option to convert to efficient natural gas for HVAC, fireplace, hot water, stove and dryer. Monthly charges: $405 common charge + $199 tax district=$604. Westport mailing address and Norwalk taxes, schools, amenities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Priscilla Toumey

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0685186 Listed on: 01/02/2019

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Priscilla Toumey

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0685186 Listed on: 01/02/2019

William Raveis Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,109

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Stone Wall
  • Sloped Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $405 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Masonry Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,386 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • Attached Carport
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Bathroom
  • Grab Bar In Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Heating system powered by passive solar

Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Covered Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Wolfpit Elementary School
  • Norwalk High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: DR light fixt, MBR window treatment

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, grounds maintenance, trash pickup, snow removal, water, property management, pest control, pool service, road maintenance
  • 66 Units
  • Birchwood Community
  • Property managed by Plaza

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,109

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$405 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1386
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1386
  • Total Sq Ft: 1386
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Guest Parking, Pool
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Property located in Norwalk (taxes, schools and amenities) with Westport mailing address. Birchwood Condominium Association allows rentals after two years of owner occupancy. Dogs up to 20".
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Exclusions: DR light fixt, MBR window treatment
  • Handicap Features: Accessible Bath, Bath Grab Bars
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Renting
  • End Unit: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Unit On Floor Number: 1
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1386
  • Directions: Post Road West to Westport/Norwalk line. Hills Lane is opposite Whole Foods. #3 is in the last building at the very top of Hills Lane.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Concrete Floor, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Kitchen
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Garden Area, Lighting, Porch, Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, In Ground Pool, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Water, Property Management, Pest Control, Pool Service, Road Maintenance
  • Complex Name: Birchwood
  • Levels In Unit: 2
  • HOA Fees: 405
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No
  • Property Management Type: Professional-Off Site
  • Property Manager Name: John Walker
  • Property Manager Phone: 203.653.6556
  • Property Mgt Company Name: Plaza

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wolfpit
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Norwalk
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: B

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: Dogs under 20"
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 6109
  • Total Assessed Value: 235610
  • Mil Rate Base: 24.190
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 1.740
  • Mil Rate Total: 25.930
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 240089

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 66

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Wolfpit
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Norwalk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2021
Sold by
Matthews Reid A
Bought by
Ventrice Lauri A
Current Estimated Value
$538,271

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Outstanding Balance
$255,934
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$269,071

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2019
Closed on
Apr 18, 2019
Sold by
Beatrice Nemzer Ret
Bought by
Matthews Reid and Matthews Lauri
Seller's Agent
Priscilla Toumey
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Priscilla Toumey
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$355,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-7.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.55%
Original Mortgage
$280,500
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2010
Sold by
Nemzer Beatrice
Bought by
Nemzer Beatrice

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2000
Sold by
Kaye Barbara Est
Bought by
Kabacoff Bernard and Nemzer Beatrice
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
Ventrice Lauri A -- None Available
Ventrice Lauri A -- None Available
Ventrice-Matthews Lauri A -- None Available
Ventrice-Matthews Lauri A -- None Available
Matthews Reid $330,000 --
Matthews Reid $330,000 --
Nemzer Beatrice -- --
Nemzer Beatrice -- --
Kabacoff Bernard $280,000 --
Kabacoff Bernard $280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ventrice-Matthews Lauri A $285,000
Closed Ventrice-Matthews Lauri A $285,000
Closed Ventrice-Matthews Lauri A $285,000
Previous Owner Matthews Reid A $280,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/18/2019 04/18/19 Sold $330,000 -5.0% $238 / Sq Ft
03/28/2019 03/28/19 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2019 02/16/19 Price Changed $347,500 -2.1% $251 / Sq Ft
01/02/2019 01/02/19 For Sale $355,000 -- $256 / 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 $6,890 $290,240 $0 $290,240
2024 $6,784 $290,240 $0 $290,240
2023 $6,339 $253,890 $0 $253,890
2022 $6,239 $253,890 $0 $253,890
2021 $5,309 $253,890 $0 $253,890
2020 $5,993 $253,890 $0 $253,890
2019 $5,917 $253,890 $0 $253,890
2018 $6,109 $235,610 $0 $235,610
2017 $5,896 $235,610 $0 $235,610
2016 $5,994 $235,610 $0 $235,610
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170152463

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000005-000017-000079-000003