NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $545,000 - $575,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
876 Sq Ft
$638/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 07, 2022

Last sale price $250,000 $285 Per Sq Ft

Est. 123% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,588/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Public Water Access
  • Deck
  • Hawley Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of October 2022

Welcome to 4 Laurel Trail - This charming retreat offers views and club access to Lake Zoar, a 909 acre reservoir on the Housatonic River. Enjoy kayaking, swimming, fishing, boating, and social events with club access via the Riverside on Lake Zoar Association( $100/year). Kick back and relax near the water, or find tranquility on the expansive outdoor deck overlooking your private & fully-fenced backyard, complete with garden area & built in seating. Walk in to see a light and bright kitchen/ eat-in dining area, with a den nearby. 2 bedrooms each are equidistant to a full bath, with a bonus room awaiting your creativity. The attic and basement areas offer an additional storage option. This community features many amenities, including a pavilion w/ private access to a clean beach, horseshoe pits, boat launch and much more. With nearby restaurants, access to 84 - come see why this property is perfect for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Ferraro

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0799838 Listed on: 08/08/2022

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Walker

Around Town Real Estate LLC License #RES.0809156

Around Town Real Estate LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,919

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • 876 Sq Ft Home
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar Siding

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Basement

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

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Dirt Driveway
  • Unpaved Parking

Outdoor Features

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

Schools

  • Sandy Hook Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,919

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 876
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 876
  • Total Sq Ft: 876
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Nearby Amenities: Lake, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities
  • Association Amenities: Private Rec Facilities
  • Remarks Public Addendum: HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE ON 8/11/22 BY 7:00PM. Please visit https://rolza.org/ for information on Riverside Association
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2040
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Crawl Space, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Water Community, Association Optional, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Unpaved
  • Driveway Type: Private, Dirt, Gravel

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Split System, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above 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: Sandy Hook
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2100
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Rolling, Fence - Full
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 3919
  • Total Assessed Value: 113030
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.670
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.670
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 209730

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sandy Hook
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2022
Closed on
Sep 22, 2022
Sold by
Strappo Piero L
Bought by
Granato Maria and Granato Stephen
Seller's Agent
Michael Ferraro
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Walker
Around Town Real Estate LLC
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
11.11%
Views
126
Current Estimated Value
$558,544

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$308,544
Avg. Annual Appreciation
25.09%
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Outstanding Balance
$216,827
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$270,266

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2008
Sold by
Amuroso Gerard A and Amuroso Karen
Bought by
Freedman David Z and Freedman Christene K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2003
Sold by
Wiggers James and Wiggers Anna
Bought by
Amoroso Gerard

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 1997
Sold by
Stepanski Mark and Stepanski Peggy
Bought by
Wiggins James P and Wiggins Anna L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 1991
Sold by
Pante Mary
Bought by
Stepanski Mark and Stepanski Peggy
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
Granato Maria $250,000 None Available
Freedman David Z $390,000 --
Amoroso Gerard $355,000 --
Wiggins James P $188,400 --
Freedman David Z $390,000 --
Amoroso Gerard $355,000 --
Wiggins James P $188,400 --
Stepanski Mark $182,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Granato Maria $225,000
Previous Owner Stepanski Mark $310,000
Previous Owner Stepanski Mark $312,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/07/2022 10/07/22 Sold $250,000 +11.1% $285 / Sq Ft
10/07/2022 10/07/22 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2022 08/08/22 For Sale $225,000 -- $257 / 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 $7,525 $261,830 $66,730 $195,100
2024 $7,062 $261,830 $66,730 $195,100
2023 $6,870 $261,830 $66,730 $195,100
2022 $6,410 $184,890 $58,300 $126,590
2021 $6,406 $184,890 $58,300 $126,590
2020 $6,427 $184,890 $58,300 $126,590
2019 $6,429 $184,890 $58,300 $126,590
2018 $6,331 $184,890 $58,300 $126,590
2017 $6,206 $183,230 $62,300 $120,930
2016 $6,157 $183,230 $62,300 $120,930
2015 $5,889 $178,090 $62,300 $115,790
2014 $5,932 $178,090 $62,300 $115,790
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170515070

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000028-000005-000009-000002