NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Cove Rd Old Lyme, CT 06371

Estimated Value: $2,428,000 - $4,587,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
5,275 Sq Ft
$649/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 26, 2021

Last sale price $2,795,000 $530 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,414/month

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan
  • Lyme Consolidated School Rated A-
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2021

Located in the sought-after Lyme neighborhood of Cove Road and dramatically perched overlooking the protected waters of Hamburg Cove, this charming Cape Cod was totally renovated and expanded in 2004 to the highest standards of design and construction. The residence not only incorporates direct waterfront living with stunning stone terraces and wrap-around decking, but also has a fully permitted deep water dock and mooring for your boating pleasure. The unique floor plan has created a multi-generational residence with expansive living areas filled with natural light and magnificent views, highlighted by a Great Room with tray ceilings and beautiful fireplace and three separate seating areas with access to the wrap-around deck, a Chef's kitchen with separate breakfast room warmed by lovely brick fireplace, a first floor Master suite with private terrace accessed by French doors, four additional bedrooms and living quarters on three levels with two separate staircases, including a full walk-out lower level. With both formal living spaces for elegant entertaining and comfortable family areas for casual gatherings, this remarkable waterfront estate offers a gracious but fun-filled retreat for family and friends. Simply stunning!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Caulfield

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0360692 Listed on: 11/30/2020

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Jane Pfeffer

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0756906

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Keena

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0764106

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,410

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Stone Wall
  • Secluded Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Water Views
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

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

Partially Finished Basement

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

Parking

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Heating system powered by passive solar

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Lyme Consolidated Elementary School
  • Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
  • Lyme-Old Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • 60 Gallon+ Oil Water Heater
  • 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

$21,410

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Hamburg
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4575
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4575
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 700
  • Total Sq Ft: 5275
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8962
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Breezeway, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room 12 x 9
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 53

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Utilities, Wrap Around Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, River, Dock or Mooring, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 80 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • Middle School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Dry, Secluded, Water View, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Stone
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 21410
  • Total Assessed Value: 1073200
  • Mil Rate Base: 19.950
  • Mil Rate Total: 19.950
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1521481

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • Middle Jr High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2020
Closed on
Feb 26, 2021
Sold by
Brewer John D and Brewer Margaret S
Bought by
Hefter Jeffrey S and Crocker-Hefter Anne
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Caulfield
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Amy Keena
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$2,890,000
Sold Price
$2,795,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-3.29%
Current Estimated Value
$3,330,652

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$535,652
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.65%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,347,695
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,074,797

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2000
Sold by
Dionne Richard H and Dionne Jeannette G
Bought by
Brewer John D and Brewer Margaret S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 1998
Sold by
Hine Onalea S
Bought by
Dionne Richard H and Dionne Jeanette G
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
Hefter Jeffrey S $2,795,000 None Available
Brewer John D $1,210,000 --
Dionne Richard H $670,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hefter Jeffrey S $1,500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Sold $2,795,000 -3.3% $530 / Sq Ft
01/20/2021 01/20/21 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2020 11/30/20 For Sale $2,890,000 -- $548 / 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 $26,130 $1,802,100 $999,800 $802,300
2024 $26,130 $1,802,100 $999,800 $802,300
2023 $20,927 $1,073,200 $713,900 $359,300
2022 $21,410 $1,073,200 $713,900 $359,300
2021 $21,410 $1,073,200 $713,900 $359,300
2020 $21,410 $1,073,200 $713,900 $359,300
2019 $21,410 $1,073,200 $713,900 $359,300
2018 $22,015 $1,183,600 $771,500 $412,100
2017 $21,601 $1,183,600 $771,500 $412,100
2016 $21,601 $1,183,600 $771,500 $412,100
2015 $21,009 $1,183,600 $771,500 $412,100
2014 $20,121 $1,183,600 $771,500 $412,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170357974

SmartMLS

APN: LYME-000017-000000-000014