NOT LISTED FOR SALE

47 Bittersweet Dr Gales Ferry, CT 06335

Estimated Value: $583,000 - $654,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,356 Sq Ft
$185/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 09, 2022

Last sale price $525,000 $156 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,967/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2022

Don't walk, RUN to see this absolutely stunning 4 bedroom colonial. Pride of ownership shows from the curb to the three floors of impeccable living space to the "OUTDOORABLE" back yard. Hardwood floors throughout! Formal living room flows effortlessly to the formal dining room. Expansive remodeled kitchen w/ stainless appliances and granite counters. Family room w/gas fireplace has sliders which lead to the gorgeous stone patio, outdoor kitchen and outdoor wood burning fireplace. Flowering bushes, trees and perennials grace the extremely private back yard. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms which includes a primary bedroom with large walk-in closet and huge double vanity bathroom with walk-in tiled shower! Finally venture to the lowest level where you will find a large finished space that could serve a multitude of purposes! A back room currently used as an office could easily be a bedroom, because if you need an in law situation there is also a kitchenette and a full bath!! Laundry has its own room too! Additional separate side entrance to the lower level! 2 car attached garage and generator hook-up complete this beautiful home! This one will NOT last! Seller prefers closing after September 8, 2022. **MULTIPLE OFFERS- OFFERS BEING ACCEPTED UNTIL NOON TUESDAY JUNE 7th. **

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Christiansen

RE/MAX Realty Group License #REB.0791733 Listed on: 06/01/2022

RE/MAX Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Zoe Zrakas

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0789784

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,377

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R40

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Whole House Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Additional Homes

  • Separate Entry Quarters

Schools

  • Gales Ferry Elementary School
  • Ledyard Middle School
  • Ledyard High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,377

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2404
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2404
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 952
  • Total Sq Ft: 3356
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4948
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/13/2022
  • Directions: Avery Hill Rd to Bittersweet OR Route 12 to Stoneybrook to Bittersweet.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Heated, Interior Access, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 47

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Grill, Patio, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Whole House Fan, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Gales Ferry
  • Middle School: Ledyard
  • High School: Ledyard

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0200
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, In Subdivision, Lightly Wooded
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R40

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 7377
  • Total Assessed Value: 218120
  • Mil Rate Base: 33.820
  • Mil Rate Total: 33.820
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1510157

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Gales Ferry
  • Middle Jr High School: Ledyard
  • High School: Ledyard

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2022
Closed on
Sep 9, 2022
Sold by
Reynolds Trina R and Reynolds Thomas C
Bought by
Stiwell Thomas and Balicki Michaella
Seller's Agent
Carol Christiansen
RE/MAX Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Zoe Zrakas
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
10.53%
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$619,935

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$94,935
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.56%
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Outstanding Balance
$382,637
Interest Rate
3.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$237,298

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1999
Sold by
Kelkar Anant H and Kelkar Anuradha
Bought by
Reynolds Trina R and Reynolds Thomas C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 1989
Sold by
J & R Const Inc
Bought by
Kelkar Anant
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
Stiwell Thomas $525,000 None Available
Reynolds Trina R $249,000 --
Kelkar Anant $272,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stiwell Thomas $408,000
Previous Owner Kelkar Anant $100,000
Previous Owner Kelkar Anant $30,000
Previous Owner Kelkar Anant $240,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2022 09/09/22 Sold $525,000 +10.5% $156 / Sq Ft
06/07/2022 06/07/22 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2022 06/04/22 For Sale $475,000 -- $142 / 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 $8,156 $219,590 $62,510 $157,080
2024 $7,680 $218,120 $62,510 $155,610
2023 $7,538 $218,120 $62,510 $155,610
2022 $7,377 $218,120 $62,510 $155,610
2021 $7,329 $218,120 $62,510 $155,610
2020 $7,456 $213,220 $67,480 $145,740
2019 $7,475 $213,220 $67,480 $145,740
2018 $7,311 $213,220 $67,480 $145,740
2017 $6,938 $213,220 $67,480 $145,740
2016 $6,802 $213,220 $67,480 $145,740
2015 $6,482 $213,220 $67,480 $145,740
2014 $6,520 $214,480 $65,030 $149,450
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170494572

SmartMLS

APN: LEDY-000037-000200-000047