NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 Westford Dr Ashford, CT 06278

Estimated Value: $236,000 - $260,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
953 Sq Ft
$258/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 27, 2023

Last sale price $184,500 $194 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,589/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Deck
  • Cottage
  • E.O. Smith High School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Walking Distance to Water

About This Home

As of January 2023

Well Maintained Year Round Cottage/Home with Beach/Lake Rights to Lake Chaffee. Walk Minutes and Enjoy the Private Picnic and Beach area!!!! Adorable open Living Space. Kitchen with Built-ins and Plenty of Counter Space and Cabinetry for Storage! Two Bedrooms with One Bath. Expandable attic with Plenty of Storage Space or Potential Living Space with Windows to let the Sunshine in! Added spray foam insulation in attic. New Roof with 50 Year Warranty, Retaining Walls in Front and Back Property for Privacy and Relaxation. Sitting Area with Fire pit to enjoy your Morning Coffee or Glass of Wine. Large Front Deck. New septic line and distribution box, Landscaping with new plantings. Kayak included. Seller is selling As-Is condition

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rachel Sposato

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0753185 Listed on: 12/08/2022

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Mandy Gruslin

Kazantzis Real Estate, LLC License #REB.0795164

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,923

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Open Lot
  • Property is zoned RA

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • 953 Sq Ft Home
  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Piling Construction

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

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

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck

Schools

  • Ashford Elementary School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include lake/beach access, snow removal, road maintenance

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,923

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$21 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Lake Chaffee
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 953
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 953
  • Total Sq Ft: 953
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Nearby Amenities: Lake
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1688
  • Directions: Rt 89 to 42 Westford Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Piling
  • Roof Information: Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Driveway, Off Street Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 250
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1300
  • Lot Description: Open Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 2923
  • Mil Rate Base: 32.270
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1670989

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 8, 2022
Closed on
Jan 23, 2023
Sold by
Driscoll Rebecca A
Bought by
Rapose Justin
Seller's Agent
Rachel Sposato
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Mandy Gruslin
Kazantzis Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$209,000
Sold Price
$184,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,500
-11.72%
Views
224
Current Estimated Value
$245,544

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$61,044
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.55%
Original Mortgage
$166,050
Outstanding Balance
$160,811
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$84,733

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2019
Closed on
Oct 16, 2019
Sold by
Willard Heidi
Bought by
Driscoll Rebecca A
Seller's Agent
Maria Marcotte
RE/MAX One
Buyer's Agent
Rick Loranger
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$143,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-4.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.08%
Original Mortgage
$135,850
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2017
Closed on
Jan 17, 2018
Sold by
Zajechowski Harold and Zajechowski Tracy
Bought by
Willard Heidi
Seller's Agent
Lori Ciccarelli
RE/MAX One
Buyer's Agent
Maria Marcotte
RE/MAX One
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-7.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.54%
Original Mortgage
$117,826
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2005
Sold by
Read Colin
Bought by
Zajechowski Harold and Zajechowski Tracy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 1995
Sold by
Sullivan Kevin
Bought by
Read Colin
Source: Public Records

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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
Rapose Justin -- None Available
Rapose Justin -- None Available
Rapose Justin -- None Available
Driscoll Rebecca A $143,000 --
Driscoll Rebecca A $143,000 --
Willard Heidi $120,000 --
Willard Heidi $120,000 --
Zajechowski Harold $40,000 --
Read Colin $17,400 --
Willard Heidi $120,000 --
Zajechowski Harold $40,000 --
Read Colin $17,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rapose Justin $166,050
Closed Rapose Justin $166,050
Previous Owner Driscoll Rebecca A $135,850
Previous Owner Willard Heidi $117,826
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/27/2023 01/27/23 Sold $184,500 +2.5% $194 / Sq Ft
12/29/2022 12/29/22 Pending -- -- --
12/27/2022 12/27/22 Price Changed $180,000 -13.9% $189 / Sq Ft
12/08/2022 12/08/22 For Sale $209,000 +46.2% $219 / Sq Ft
10/16/2019 10/16/19 Sold $143,000 -0.6% $157 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/24/2019 08/24/19 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2019 06/26/19 Price Changed $143,900 -4.0% $158 / Sq Ft
06/12/2019 06/12/19 For Sale $149,900 +24.9% $165 / Sq Ft
01/16/2018 01/16/18 Sold $120,000 +1.8% $132 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/17/2017 11/17/17 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2017 11/05/17 Price Changed $117,900 -1.7% $130 / Sq Ft
09/30/2017 09/30/17 Price Changed $119,900 -7.7% $132 / Sq Ft
09/14/2017 09/14/17 For Sale $129,900 -- $143 / 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 $3,295 $90,580 $30,800 $59,780
2024 $3,112 $90,580 $30,800 $59,780
2023 $2,997 $90,580 $30,800 $59,780
2022 $2,923 $90,580 $30,800 $59,780
2021 $2,848 $78,300 $26,800 $51,500
2020 $2,885 $78,300 $26,800 $51,500
2019 $2,777 $78,300 $26,800 $51,500
2018 $2,722 $78,300 $26,800 $51,500
2017 $2,691 $78,300 $26,800 $51,500
2016 $2,486 $76,800 $32,900 $43,900
2015 $2,531 $76,800 $32,900 $43,900
2014 $2,470 $76,800 $32,900 $43,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170539821

SmartMLS

APN: ASHF-000055-000000-000851