NOT LISTED FOR SALE

44 Forest Dr Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $310,000 - $362,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,215 Sq Ft
$281/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 04, 2020

Last sale price $185,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,289/month

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Beach Access
  • Attic
  • Sandy Hook Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2020

This is a home is positioned on a secluded quiet road within walking distance to Lake Zoar. Many of the neighborhood homes are undergoing renovations and some are being rebuilt to reflect the growing popularity of this area.
There is a large living room and a large kitchen with a spacious dining area and a large pass-through kitchen window. The second level has a large family area with 2 bedrooms leading off.
The home has a 5 year old hot water heater, a new furnace and a new septic system.
There is a separate garage, for car or boat, with a cottage style storage area above it.
The home is anchored around beautiful Lake Zoar and allows (ROLZA) membership at two levels- The first which gives you access to the Pavilion, beach and swimming in Lake Zoar for $55 and the second which gives you access to the Pavilion, beach, swimming in Lake Zoar, non-motorized watercraft launch and use of the boat ramp to launch a motorized watercraft for $90. Membership fees are yearly.
The property offers so many possibilities as a starter home, lake-side living or a reclusive get-a-way.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Piccirillo

BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes License #RES.0797071 Listed on: 08/11/2020

BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Gregg Leonard

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0790400

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,419

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Sloped Lot
  • Cleared Lot

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,215 Sq Ft Home
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,419

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1215
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1215
  • Total Sq Ft: 1215
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Park
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2406
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 09/14/2020
  • Directions: Riverside to Bancroft Rd across Alpine Dr becomes Forest Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 44

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Association Optional, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Masonry

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2900
  • Lot Description: Dry, Cleared, Sloping Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 4419
  • Total Assessed Value: 127120
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.760
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.760
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 209609

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 11, 2020
Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Shepard Charles E Est and Shepard
Bought by
Smac Prop Consulting Llc
Seller's Agent
William Piccirillo
BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
Buyer's Agent
Gregg Leonard
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-13.95%
Current Estimated Value
$341,456

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$156,456
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.37%
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
Smac Prop Consulting Llc $185,000 None Available
Smac Prop Consulting Llc $185,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/04/2020 12/04/20 Sold $185,000 -7.5% $152 / Sq Ft
10/06/2020 10/06/20 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2020 09/24/20 Price Changed $200,000 -7.0% $165 / Sq Ft
08/11/2020 08/11/20 For Sale $215,000 -- $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 $5,132 $178,560 $38,130 $140,430
2024 $4,816 $178,560 $38,130 $140,430
2023 $4,685 $178,560 $38,130 $140,430
2022 $4,407 $127,120 $40,380 $86,740
2021 $4,405 $127,120 $40,380 $86,740
2020 $4,419 $127,120 $40,380 $86,740
2019 $4,420 $127,120 $40,380 $86,740
2018 $4,353 $127,120 $40,380 $86,740
2017 $3,629 $107,150 $56,980 $50,170
2016 $3,600 $107,150 $56,980 $50,170
2015 $3,543 $107,150 $56,980 $50,170
2014 $3,569 $107,150 $56,980 $50,170
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Piccirillo

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    William Piccirillo

    BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes

    (203) 948-0428

    32 in this area

    73 Total Sales

    William Piccirillo
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  • Gregg Leonard

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Gregg Leonard

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (860) 626-5004

    33 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Gregg Leonard
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170324149

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000043-000020-000036

Connecticut Fairfield County Sandy Hook 06482 Newtown

44 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT

This home is located at 44 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482 since 11 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $341,456, approximately $281 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 44 Forest Dr is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Sandy Hook Elementary School, Reed Intermediate School, and Newtown Middle School.

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