$377,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2022

539 Forsyth Rd Salem, CT 06420

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,616 Sq Ft
26.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$233 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 26.61 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Salem Elementary School Rated A-
  • Secluded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2023

Farm house style Colonial on a bucolic 26 acre track of land. This home has been extensively renovated including a large addition to the original home over the years. The interior of this home has a great open floor plan and flow that is complemented by sun and nature that pours into every meticulously cared for inch. If you like the way this home looks in the photos you will love it even more in person. Home has an inactive wind generating tower on the property in unknown condition. Possible horse property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Evans

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0754487 Listed on: 08/12/2021

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Donston

ERA Blanchard & Rossetto License #RES.0798793

ERA Blanchard & Rossetto

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,376

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 26.61 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RU-A

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,616 Sq Ft Home
  • Thermal Windows
  • Workshop
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Salem Elementary And Middle School
  • East Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,376

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1616
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1616
  • Total Sq Ft: 1616
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Medical Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements, Right of Way
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2464
  • Directions: set your GPS for 146 Forsyth Rd Oakdale CT, that gets you to shared driveway, stay straight and then take right onto dirt driveway. Call or text agent Tom if need help 860-659-4000
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial With Walk-Out
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Workshop
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 539

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Garden Area, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Hardie Board
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • 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

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Salem
  • Middle School: Salem
  • High School: East Lyme
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 26.6100
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Secluded
  • Zoning: RU-A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 6376
  • Total Assessed Value: 198000
  • Mil Rate Base: 32.200
  • Mil Rate Total: 32.200
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1562870

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Salem
  • Middle Jr High School: Salem
  • High School: East Lyme

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2023
Closed on
May 3, 2023
Sold by
Albertson Debra
Bought by
Curley Cecilia G
Seller's Agent
Robert Donston
ERA Blanchard & Rossetto
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Sobiech
RE/MAX Legends
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$453,000
Premium/Discount to List
$28,000
6.59%
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$495,670

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,670
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.63%
Original Mortgage
$400,500
Outstanding Balance
$390,137
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$118,947

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2021
Closed on
Jan 13, 2022
Sold by
Pratt Craig J and Pratt Rebecca H
Bought by
Albertson Debra
Seller's Agent
Tom Evans
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Robert Donston
ERA Blanchard & Rossetto
List Price
$387,000
Sold Price
$377,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2015
Sold by
H & R Block Bank Fsb
Bought by
Pratt 2Nd Craig J and Pratt Helen R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,050
Interest Rate
3.67%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2006
Sold by
Samcelson Christopher
Bought by
Groben David and Groben Margaret

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$223,200
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $453,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $453,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $453,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $159,000 --
Warranty Deed $279,000 --
Warranty Deed $159,000 --
Warranty Deed $279,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $400,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $284,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $151,050 Commercial
Previous Owner $223,200 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/11/2023 05/11/23 Sold $453,000 +6.6% $287 / Sq Ft
03/28/2023 03/28/23 For Sale $425,000 +12.7% $270 / Sq Ft
01/14/2022 01/14/22 Sold $377,000 -2.6% $233 / Sq Ft
09/09/2021 09/09/21 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2021 08/12/21 For Sale $387,000 -- $239 / 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
2024 $7,847 $267,800 $122,800 $145,000
2023 $7,713 $267,800 $122,800 $145,000
2022 $7,713 $267,800 $122,800 $145,000
2021 $6,376 $198,000 $120,800 $77,200
2020 $6,376 $198,000 $120,800 $77,200
2019 $6,376 $198,000 $120,800 $77,200
2018 $6,376 $198,000 $120,800 $77,200
2017 $6,376 $198,000 $120,800 $77,200
2016 $6,299 $198,700 $130,800 $67,900
2015 $6,299 $198,700 $130,800 $67,900
2014 -- $119,620 $51,720 $67,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170428702

SmartMLS

APN: SALE-000009-000025