NOT LISTED FOR SALE

38 Taunton Lake Rd Newtown, CT 06470

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $678,000 - $707,975

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,133 Sq Ft
$325/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 24, 2019

Last sale price $393,000 $184 Per Sq Ft

Est. 76% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,703/month

357 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Barn
  • 2.95 Acre Lot
  • Reed Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Public Water Access
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2019

MASSIVE PRICE REDUCTION! Looking for charm and character? This home is jam-packed with just that! Wide planked hardwood flooring throughout the interior, barn wood beams and shiplap vaulted ceilings. Nestled on just about 3 acres of private "park like" setting with spectacular seasonal views of Taunton Lake across the street. Are you looking for a large work space for personal or small business use? Utilize the over-sized 1500sqft partitioned barn with heated studio located on the property - the possibilities here are endless! A full house Generac Generator can provide power to all buildings. Close to Newtown Center and easy access for commuters on I84. Property is priced to be sold AS IS.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Belanger

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0805684 Listed on: 08/03/2018

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Cowan

Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT License #RES.0809343

Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,852

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 2.95 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Stone Wall
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-3

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,133 Sq Ft Home
  • French Doors
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Barn

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,852

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Taunton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2133
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2133
  • Total Sq Ft: 2133
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4894
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/22/2019
  • Directions: From Flagpole, West St. to Castle Hill, to Rt. on Taunton Lake Road, house on the left, large barn at front of property.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 38

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Patio, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Water Community, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.9500
  • Lot Description: Water View, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-3

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 8852
  • Total Assessed Value: 254600
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.000
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.770
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 212862

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 3, 2018
Closed on
Jul 15, 2019
Sold by
Persky Amold I and Persky Amy G
Bought by
Merkhofer Brendon and Merkhofer John
Seller's Agent
Angela Belanger
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Robert Cowan
Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$393,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$182,000
-31.65%
Current Estimated Value
$693,244

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$300,244
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.53%
Original Mortgage
$373,350
Outstanding Balance
$328,596
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$356,142

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1994
Sold by
Muccio Johm
Bought by
Persky Arnold and Persky Amy
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Merkhofer Brendon $393,000 --
Merkhofer Brendon $393,000 --
Persky Arnold $315,000 --
Persky Arnold $315,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Merkhofer Brendon $373,350
Closed Merkhofer Brendon $373,350
Previous Owner Persky Arnold $251,000
Previous Owner Persky Arnold $9,999,999
Previous Owner Persky Arnold $300,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2019 07/24/19 Sold $393,000 -1.7% $184 / Sq Ft
05/02/2019 05/02/19 Price Changed $399,999 -11.1% $188 / Sq Ft
02/28/2019 02/28/19 Price Changed $450,000 -5.3% $211 / Sq Ft
09/17/2018 09/17/18 Price Changed $475,000 -17.4% $223 / Sq Ft
07/27/2018 07/27/18 For Sale $575,000 -- $270 / 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 $11,103 $386,340 $138,710 $247,630
2024 $10,420 $386,340 $138,710 $247,630
2023 $10,138 $386,340 $138,710 $247,630
2022 $8,827 $254,600 $94,080 $160,520
2021 $8,822 $254,600 $94,080 $160,520
2020 $8,850 $254,600 $94,080 $160,520
2019 $8,852 $254,600 $94,080 $160,520
2018 $8,718 $254,600 $94,080 $160,520
2017 $8,709 $257,130 $107,340 $149,790
2016 $8,640 $257,130 $107,340 $149,790
2015 $8,503 $257,130 $107,340 $149,790
2014 $8,565 $257,130 $107,340 $149,790
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Angela Belanger

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Angela Belanger

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (203) 313-6061

    1 Total Sale

    Angela Belanger
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  • Robert Cowan

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Robert Cowan

    Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT

    (203) 858-4119

    1 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Robert Cowan
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170110452

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000006-000015-000003

Connecticut Fairfield County Newtown 06470 Newtown

38 Taunton Lake Rd, Newtown, CT

This home is located at 38 Taunton Lake Rd, Newtown, CT 06470 since 03 August 2018 and is currently estimated at $693,244, approximately $325 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 38 Taunton Lake Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Reed Intermediate School, Head O'Meadow Elementary School, and Newtown Middle School.

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