NOT LISTED FOR SALE

54 Straits Rd Chester, CT 06412

Estimated Value: $459,000 - $636,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,160 Sq Ft
$251/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 28, 2023

Last sale price $389,000 $180 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,548/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 6.31 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Secluded Lot
  • Valley Regional High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of July 2023

Enjoy the best of both worlds from this custom Colonial prominently set on 6+ acres in a private natural setting yet close to the village. Lovingly built by the current owner in 1983, this unique home offers the perfect balance of traditional architecture with modern home design. A warm and welcoming entrance leads to the family room with a fireplace/wood-stove insert and is perfect for everyday gatherings. The well-appointed kitchen features a comfortable breakfast bar perfect for enjoying morning coffee, cork floors and sliders to a private deck overlooking a private level yard. The light-filled dining room and living room are ideal for entertaining and a half bath completes the first level. Upstairs you will find a spacious primary suite with its own bath and three additional guest bedrooms with a shared bath. Easy access to the full basement and an attached two car garage is perfect for all of your storage needs. Enjoy abundant wildlife and natural plantings from the privacy of the front deck that offers lovely distant views of Gillette’s Castle and the Connecticut River Valley. Just a short walk to the Village explore all Chester has to offer including a variety of great restaurants, a brew pub, art galleries and one of the best Sunday Farmers Markets on the shoreline. Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity…schedule your private showing today and start living the life you’ve dreamed of in historic Chester.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peg Mitchel

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0754274 Listed on: 06/20/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Kyle Hinding

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0794141

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Rubin

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0804326

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,285

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 6.31 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Modern Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vertical Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,160 Sq Ft Home
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Chester Elementary School
  • Winthrop Middle School
  • Valley High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,285

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Modern
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2160
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2160
  • Total Sq Ft: 2160
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Driveway is very steep and not for the “faint of heart”. Sharp turn can limit access for larger vehicles including some emergency vehicles. Limited parking or space to turn around. Seller will not be making any repairs, improvements or changes to the driveway. House is in need of renovation…many original details. The asking price reflects some updates/repairs needed. Seller to have Radon Mitigation System For Air And Water Installed Prior To Closing at seller’s expense. Central Air Is On The First Floor Only…wall units upstairs to be conveyed “as is”. Leased Propane Tank…the propane on-site is used for cooking. Septic was recently pumped and was in good working order at that time…1250 tank. Some newer appliances in kitchen but all appliances to be conveyed in “as is” condition. All Room Sizes Are Approximate. Original Wall-to-Wall Carpeting Throughout Most Of The House…except cork floor in kitchen and tile floor in foyer. Some storage shelves in the basement and garage shall convey.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Yes
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 06/26/2023
  • Directions: Chester Village To Maple Avenue. At the end of Maple turn Left onto Straits Road. Driveway will be on your left#54…Sign.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area
  • Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Radiant
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert

Lot Info

  • Acres: 6.3100
  • Lot Description: Secluded
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 7285
  • Mil Rate Base: 29.700
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 941460

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Chester
  • Middle Jr High School: Winthrop
  • High School: Valley

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2023
Closed on
Jul 24, 2023
Sold by
Steinfledt Eileen M
Bought by
Prigoff Michael and Green Beth
Seller's Agent
Peg Mitchel
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Amy Rubin
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$389,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-11.39%
Views
238
Current Estimated Value
$542,853

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,853
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1983
Bought by
Steinfeldt Stephen and Steinfeldt Eileen M
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
Prigoff Michael $389,000 None Available
Prigoff Michael $389,000 None Available
Steinfeldt Stephen $33,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Steinfeldt Stephen $60,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/28/2023 07/28/23 Sold $389,000 -2.7% $180 / Sq Ft
07/07/2023 07/07/23 Price Changed $399,900 -9.1% $185 / Sq Ft
06/20/2023 06/20/23 Price Changed $439,900 +0.2% $204 / Sq Ft
06/20/2023 06/20/23 For Sale $439,000 -- $203 / 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 $7,999 $295,400 $92,890 $202,510
2024 $7,223 $295,400 $92,890 $202,510
2023 $7,285 $245,300 $90,290 $155,010
2022 $7,236 $245,300 $90,290 $155,010
2021 $7,236 $245,300 $90,290 $155,010
2020 $7,020 $245,300 $90,290 $155,010
2019 $7,062 $245,300 $90,290 $155,010
2018 $6,718 $247,800 $95,040 $152,760
2017 $6,532 $247,800 $95,040 $152,760
2016 $4,996 $247,800 $95,040 $152,760
2015 $6,274 $247,800 $95,040 $152,760
2014 $6,150 $247,800 $95,040 $152,760
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170576714

SmartMLS

APN: CHES-000014-000000-000291