NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4 Birch Mill Rd Old Lyme, CT 06371

Estimated Value: $1,100,000 - $1,398,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,665 Sq Ft
$462/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 26, 2016

Last sale price $735,000 $276 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,580/month

140 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Health Club
  • Wine Cellar
  • Lyme Consolidated School Rated A-
  • Barn
  • Medical Services

About This Home

As of September 2016

Nestled in nature’s sanctuary, overlooking migratory birds among the tidal waters of Falls Brook, binoculars at hand’s reach are a must! Watch egrets gather while eagles soar overhead. The traditional 19th century New England colonial is stunning, inside and out. Within the age old beauty of a well-preserved colonial farmhouse lies an interior transformed into an elegant, yet comfortable space with many floors and beams reclaimed from the barn and outbuildings. From the formal dining room, a wet bar with beautiful stone floors and atrium windows light the way to an exceptional kitchen with cathedral ceilings. A breakfast nook, center island, granite countertops, Viking and Subzero appliances and a pantry make this a wonderful space. The gracious living room has the home’s original fireplace, a boxed bay window and French doors leading to a blue stone terrace. A cozy library and a laundry/mudroom with a corner office finish the first floor. The second level features two guest bedrooms, a beautifully paneled shared bath and a stunning master suite. There is a sitting area, bathroom with limestone blocking and wainscoting, and large picture windows that open to bluebirds, wood ducks, mergansers and herons dancing to the hum of the Old Mill’s waterfall. A barn, potting shed and unfinished studio await the artist within. Of the property’s 3.5 acres, 2.63 acres are designated as pasture land affording significant tax benefits.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Caulfield

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0360692 Listed on: 04/04/2016

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Julia Rathkey

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0793364

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,283

Year Built

  • Built in 1800

Lot Details

  • 3.55 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Stone Wall
  • Open Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,665 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Wine Cellar
  • Water Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Lyme Consolidated Elementary School
  • Lyme Old Lyme Middle School
  • Lyme - Old Lyme High School

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Recreation

  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Putting Green
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,283

Year Built

Built in 1800

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Antique, Colonial
  • Total Sq Ft: 2665
  • Year Built: 1800
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Possible
  • Association Amenities: Putting Green, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Easements Right Of Way: AS Per Deed
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: From Old Lyme: Route 156 N to Tiffany Farms- turn right on Sterling Coty Road and bear left on Birch Mill to # 4 is on the left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Shed, Stone Wall, Storage Building
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Waterfront Description: Brook, Frontage, View, Direct Waterfront
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Barn, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt, Gravel

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electrical Amperage: 200

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • High School: Lyme - Old Lyme
  • Intermediate School: Lyme Old Lyme

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.5500
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Sloping Lot, Water View, Fence - Stone
  • Flood Zone: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Purchase: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: 8283
  • Total Assessed Value: 453866
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.250
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1521507

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • High School: Lyme - Old Lyme

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2016
Closed on
Sep 26, 2016
Sold by
Barry Gerry J and Barry Hollis F
Bought by
Winkel Rolf W and Jaffe Jacqueline A
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Caulfield
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Julia Rathkey
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$735,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,000
-13.43%
Current Estimated Value
$1,229,914

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$494,914
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2004
Sold by
Foote Susan
Bought by
Barry Gery and Barry Hollis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 1993
Sold by
Standart Joseph G and Standart Clinton S
Bought by
Foote Susan G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Winkel Rolf W $735,000 --
Barry Gery $915,000 --
Foote Susan G $375,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Standard Joseph G $650,000
Previous Owner Standard Joseph G $192,000
Previous Owner Standard Joseph G $65,000
Previous Owner Standard Joseph G $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/26/2016 09/26/16 Sold $735,000 -13.4% $276 / Sq Ft
08/22/2016 08/22/16 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2016 04/04/16 For Sale $849,000 -- $319 / 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 $9,061 $624,915 $158,615 $466,300
2023 $8,805 $451,558 $113,058 $338,500
2022 $9,009 $451,558 $113,058 $338,500
2021 $9,009 $451,558 $113,058 $338,500
2020 $9,009 $451,558 $113,058 $338,500
2019 $9,009 $451,558 $113,058 $338,500
2018 $8,442 $453,866 $124,466 $329,400
2017 $8,283 $453,866 $124,466 $329,400
2016 $8,283 $453,866 $124,466 $329,400
2015 $8,056 $453,866 $124,466 $329,400
2014 $7,716 $453,866 $124,466 $329,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: N10122259

SmartMLS

APN: LYME-000026-000000-000037