NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Martinka Dr Shelton, CT 06484

Estimated Value: $699,000 - $753,465

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,292 Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 20, 2024

Last sale price $705,000 $214 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,430/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Open Floorplan
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2024

HIGHEST AND BEST MONDAY 7/22 by 3 PM. Discover your dream home in White Hills! This stunningly renovated residence features four bedrooms, highlighted by an impressive primary bedroom suite boasting a cathedral ceiling, his-and-her walk-in closets, a brand-new en-suite bathroom and an adjacent room perfect for a nursery or office. The main level dazzles with gleaming hardwood floors throughout, encompassing a seamless open floor plan from the living room and dining area to the modern renovated kitchen with oversized island, quartz countertops and custom cabinets. The lower level features a spacious family room, perfect for movie nights or fireside relaxation. A stylish laundry area leads to another beautifully appointed full bathroom. Additionally, a large rec room, currently set up as a home gym, complements the lower level, along with a fourth bedroom for guests. Entertain effortlessly year-round with a huge deck encircling a swimming pool, complete with a built-in bar and outdoor shower. The fully fenced backyard features a new paver patio and inviting fire pit. For car enthusiasts or those needing ample storage, a 30x30 barn with oversized garage doors provides the ultimate space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hillary Waite

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0820976 Listed on: 07/16/2024

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Brandy Hall

Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0810151

Higgins Group Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,700

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.96 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

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

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 6 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Vinyl Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Elizabeth Shelton Elementary School
  • Shelton Middle School
  • Perry Hill Middle School
  • Shelton High School

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Split Air Conditioning
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Oil Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Living room light fixture will be replaced.
  • Assessor Parcel Number 292997

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,700

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0.96 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: White Hills
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1996
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1296
  • Total Sq Ft: 3292
  • Year Built: 1973
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Discover your dream home in White Hills! This stunningly renovated residence features four bedrooms, highlighted by an impressive primary bedroom suite boasting a cathedral ceiling, his-and-her walk-in closets, a brand-new en-suite bathroom and an adjacent room perfect for a nursery or office. The main level dazzles with gleaming hardwood floors throughout, encompassing a seamless open floor plan from the living room and dining area to the modern renovated kitchen with oversized island, quartz countertops and custom cabinets. The lower level features a spacious family room, perfect for movie nights or fireside relaxation. A stylish laundry area leads to another beautifully appointed full bathroom. Additionally, a large rec room, currently set up as a home gym, complements the lower level, along with a fourth bedroom for guests. Entertain effortlessly year-round with a huge deck encircling a swimming pool, complete with a built-in bar and outdoor shower. The fully fenced backyard features a new paver patio and inviting fire pit. For car enthusiasts or those needing ample storage, a 30x30 barn with oversized garage doors provides the ultimate space.
  • Exclusions: Living room light fixture will be replaced.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Leavenworth Rd to Beardsley Rd to Margaret Dr to Martinka Dr
  • Financing Used: Exchange or Trade
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Garage Access, Cooled
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Garden Area, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Vinyl, Above Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 6
  • Garage And Parking: Barn, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Split System
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump, Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Perry Hill

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.96
  • Lot Description: Fence - Privacy Fence - Full Dry Cleared Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel #: 292997

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 6700

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Elizabeth Shelton
  • Middle Jr High School: Shelton
  • High School: Shelton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2024
Closed on
Aug 20, 2024
Sold by
Marini Frank B
Bought by
Sorak Stephanie L
Seller's Agent
Hillary Waite
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brandy Hall
Higgins Group Real Estate
List Price
$659,000
Sold Price
$705,000
Premium/Discount to List
$46,000
6.98%
Views
73
Current Estimated Value
$731,866

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,866
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.43%
Original Mortgage
$505,000
Outstanding Balance
$499,307
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$232,559

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2024
Sold by
Marini Frank B and Fraga Marini Cristina
Bought by
Marini Frank B

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 19, 2019
Closed on
Apr 4, 2019
Sold by
Scinto Richard Est and Scinto
Bought by
Marini Frank and Marini Cristina
Seller's Agent
Jodi Dawley
Real Estate Two
Buyer's Agent
Michael Pantano
William Raveis Trumbull
List Price
$319,900
Sold Price
$307,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,400
-3.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.31%
Original Mortgage
$230,625
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Sorak Stephanie L $705,000 None Available
Sorak Stephanie L $705,000 None Available
Marini Frank B -- None Available
Marini Frank B -- None Available
Marini Frank B -- None Available
Marini Frank $307,500 --
Marini Frank $307,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sorak Stephanie L $505,000
Closed Sorak Stephanie L $505,000
Previous Owner Marini Frank $230,625
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/20/2024 08/20/24 Sold $705,000 +7.0% $214 / Sq Ft
07/25/2024 07/25/24 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2024 07/18/24 For Sale $659,000 +114.3% $200 / Sq Ft
04/03/2019 04/03/19 Sold $307,500 -3.9% $156 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/05/2019 03/05/19 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2019 01/19/19 For Sale $319,900 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $7,463 $396,550 $98,980 $297,570
2024 $6,700 $349,300 $98,980 $250,320
2023 $5,523 $316,120 $98,980 $217,140
2022 $5,523 $316,120 $98,980 $217,140
2021 $4,213 $191,240 $69,090 $122,150
2020 $4,288 $191,240 $69,090 $122,150
2019 $4,288 $191,240 $69,090 $122,150
2017 $4,248 $191,250 $69,090 $122,160
2015 $4,189 $190,750 $66,920 $123,830
2014 $4,256 $190,750 $66,920 $123,830
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24033119

SmartMLS

APN: SHEL-000157-000000-000017

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