$839,900
UNDER CONTRACT $59K PRICE DROP

34 Skunk Misery Rd Higganum, CT 06441

Estimated payment $5,348/month

Total Views 10,604
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,575 Sq Ft
$184 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 4.65 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Haddam-Killingworth High School Rated 9+
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

Experience peaceful, country living at its absolute finest with 34 Skunk Misery Road! This meticulously custom-built and cared-for colonial brings your private-oasis dreams to life. Upon arrival, you are met with serene and palatial grounds inclusive of a professionally crafted landscape, detached three-car garage with overhead storage, tranquil front porch, garden area offering wild-grown berries, expansive deck, patio with a gazebo, and let's remember the incredible 4.65 acres! Entering the front door, you instantly feel at home on the main level equipped with a gorgeous, eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry and Corian countertops, open living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, and spacious main-level laundry room. On the second floor, you will find the graciously-sized primary ensuite with three large closets and offering access to the finished space above the garage with an abundance of possible uses. Also on this floor are three additional bedrooms and the lovely guest bath. Need more to love? Head to the beautifully finished, walk-out basement with in-law potential, offering an additional 750 square feet and a full kitchen with granite countertops, tin ceiling and plenty of living space, plus, a ducted, wood-burning stove, perfect for those chilly New England nights. Homes as beautiful, spacious, and meticulously-cared for as 34 Skunk Misery do not come around often! Embrace your private oasis dreams by scheduling your viewing today!

Listing Agent

Melanie Abbott

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0828930 Listed on: 06/28/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,739

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 4.65 Acre Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 5 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Haddam-Killingworth High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 993350

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,739

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Higganum
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3146
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1429
  • Total Sq Ft: 4575
  • Year Built: 1997
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • In Law Access: LOWER,ENTRY
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3146
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Walk-out, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Compactor
  • Laundry Room Location: off kitchen
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 34

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Wrap Around Deck, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Shed, Gazebo, Porch, Deck, Garden Area
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 5
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Haddam-Killingworth

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.65
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded Treed Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Parcel #: 993350

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 10739
  • Total Assessed Value: 312630
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.35

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Haddam-Killingworth

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $10,739 $312,630 $71,720 $240,910
2024 $10,739 $312,630 $71,720 $240,910
2023 $10,589 $312,630 $71,720 $240,910
2022 $10,107 $312,630 $71,720 $240,910
2021 $10,054 $312,630 $71,720 $240,910
2020 $9,645 $304,360 $84,820 $219,540
2019 $9,645 $304,360 $84,820 $219,540
2018 $9,645 $304,360 $84,820 $219,540
2017 $9,645 $304,360 $84,820 $219,540
2016 $9,496 $304,360 $84,820 $219,540
2015 $10,750 $344,560 $84,820 $259,740
2014 $10,033 $324,810 $84,820 $239,990
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Price Changed $839,900 -2.3% $184 / Sq Ft
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Price Changed $859,900 -1.6% $188 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Price Changed $874,000 -2.8% $191 / Sq Ft
06/28/2025 06/28/25 For Sale $899,000 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $52,500 --
Warranty Deed $52,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $80,000 No Value Available
Closed $95,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24106474

SmartMLS

APN: HADD-000057-000001-000008