NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 Watkins Dr Unit 42 Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $548,000 - $721,403

2 Beds
2 Baths
2,407 Sq Ft
2007 Built

Last Sold June 30, 2017

Last sale price $417,000 $173 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,342/month

92 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Attic
  • End Unit
  • Sandy Hook Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

As of June 2017

Beautiful luxury over-55 condominium located conveniently between exits 10 and 11 of Route 84.This end unit has beautiful views of the Governor's Horseguard during the winter. In the warmer weather relax in the screened in porch or on the back patio.The open floor plan allows great flow from the kitchen to the dining/living room areas. Great chefs kitchen with 5 burner gas stove.The living room features a gas fireplace and built-ins. Hardwood floors throughout main level. A full bath, laundry room and master bedroom with personal en suite on the main level.This spacious unit also offers 600 sqft in the finished loft.Great closet space and tons of storage in the full unfinished, walkout basement. Enjoy the simplicity of condominium living!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathryn Hamilton

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0802627 Listed on: 03/20/2017

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Vartolone

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0756623

William Raveis Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,517

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Many Trees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,407 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Hard or Low Nap Flooring

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Light fixture over kitchen table and light fixture outside of 2nd bedroom on main floor.

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include grounds maintenance, insurance, property management
  • 54 Units
  • The Regency Community

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Doors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,517

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2407
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2407
  • Total Sq Ft: 2407
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Pull-down stairs in garage gives access to attic storage. Pantry closet (3' x 4') in kitchen area. Unit is plumbed for a bathroom in the basement.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Exclusions: Light fixture over kitchen table and light fixture outside of 2nd bedroom on main floor.
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars, Hard/Low Nap Floors
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4944
  • Directions: Route 34 to Oakview Rd. Watkins Drive on right. Take right into complex, #42 on right across from mailboxes.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Interior Access, Storage, Unfinished, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Main
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 42

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Driveway, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Insurance, Property Management
  • Complex Name: The Regency
  • Levels In Unit: 2
  • HOA Fees: 408
  • HOA: Yes
  • Property Manager Name: REI Property & Asset
  • Property Manager Phone: (203) 744-8400

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sandy Hook
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows, Ridge Vents

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed, Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: EH-10
  • Property Info: Adult Community 55

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 10517
  • Total Assessed Value: 310500
  • Mil Rate Base: 33.600
  • Mil Rate Total: 33.870
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2542654

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 54

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2022
Sold by
Simpson Ned J and Simpson Katherine R
Bought by
K R Simpson Ret and Simpson
Current Estimated Value
$636,468

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 20, 2017
Closed on
Jul 6, 2017
Sold by
Whittemore Nancy B Est
Bought by
Simpson Ned J and Simpson Katherine R
Seller's Agent
Kathryn Hamilton
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Vartolone
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$427,000
Sold Price
$417,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2007
Sold by
Toll Conn 2 Lp
Bought by
Whittmore Nancy B
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
K R Simpson Ret -- None Available
Simpson Ned J $417,000 --
Simpson Ned J $417,000 --
Whittmore Nancy B $347,870 --
Whittmore Nancy B $347,870 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2017 06/30/17 Sold $417,000 -2.3% $173 / Sq Ft
03/20/2017 03/20/17 For Sale $427,000 -- $177 / 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 $10,806 $375,980 $0 $375,980
2024 $10,140 $375,980 $0 $375,980
2023 $9,866 $375,980 $0 $375,980
2022 $9,644 $278,160 $0 $278,160
2021 $9,638 $278,160 $0 $278,160
2020 $9,669 $278,160 $0 $278,160
2019 $9,672 $278,160 $0 $278,160
2018 $9,524 $278,160 $0 $278,160
2017 $10,517 $310,500 $0 $310,500
2016 $10,433 $310,500 $0 $310,500
2015 $10,268 $310,500 $0 $310,500
2014 $10,343 $310,500 $0 $310,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99177673

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000038-000012-000003-927498