NOT LISTED FOR SALE

55 Railroad Ave Chester, CT 06412

Estimated Value: $703,398 - $908,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,971 Sq Ft
$255/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2016

Last sale price $405,000 $136 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,084/month

148 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Finished Attic
  • Valley Regional High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of November 2016

Walk to village and Town landing from this wonderful farmhouse colonial. Recently renovated with new maple kitchen with granite counters. Home has a nice open flow design, and wood floors throughout! Enjoy a large master-suite with balcony deck overlooking beautiful one acre level lot. Home has library with charming wood burning stove. Large wrap around farm house porch adds to the charm of this beautiful property. You'll love the large mudroom and oversized two car garage with generator hookup. Home features a mint condition In-law apartment /studio over garage. Marina and waterfront steps away. Additional parking area perfect for a boat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joel Lucas

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0771226 Listed on: 03/17/2016

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Vivian Senft

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0765512

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,509

Year Built

  • Built in 1878

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,971 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Finished Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Chester Elementary School
  • Region 4 High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,509

Year Built

Built in 1878

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Total Sq Ft: 2971
  • Year Built: 1878
  • In Law Access: Over Garage
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Rt154 to Railroad Ave
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Finished
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Storage, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 55

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Porch-Wrap Around, Wrap Around Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Chester
  • High School: Region 4

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Open Lot
  • Flood Zone: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Purchase: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: 7509
  • Total Assessed Value: 293680
  • Mil Rate Total: 25.570
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 941657

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Chester
  • High School: Region 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2016
Closed on
Nov 10, 2016
Sold by
Kathleen A Mcwade Ret and Mcwade Kathleen A
Bought by
Blalock John B and Blalock Jennifer C
Seller's Agent
Joel Lucas
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vivian Senft
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,000
-23.44%
Total Days on Market
148
Current Estimated Value
$758,100

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$353,100
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$410,107
Outstanding Balance
$333,632
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$414,137

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2014
Sold by
James P Mcwade Ret
Bought by
Kathleen A Mcwade Ret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2012
Sold by
Mcwade James P and Mcwade Kathleen A
Bought by
James P Mcwade Ret and Mcwade James P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2011
Sold by
Mcwade James P
Bought by
Mcwade James P and Mcwade Kathleen A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 1996
Sold by
Zanardi John M Est
Bought by
Mcwade James P
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Blalock John B $405,000 --
Blalock 3Rd John B $405,000 --
Kathleen A Mcwade Ret -- --
Kathleen A Mcwade Ret -- --
James P Mcwade Ret -- --
James P Mcwade Ret -- --
Mcwade James P -- --
Mcwade James P -- --
Mcwade James P $73,000 --
Mcwade James P $73,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcwade James P $410,107
Closed Mcwade James P $410,107
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/10/2016 11/10/16 Sold $405,000 -23.4% $136 / Sq Ft
08/12/2016 08/12/16 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2016 03/17/16 For Sale $529,000 -- $178 / 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 $9,951 $406,980 $64,680 $342,300
2023 $8,623 $290,340 $64,680 $225,660
2022 $8,565 $290,340 $64,680 $225,660
2021 $8,565 $290,340 $64,680 $225,660
2020 $8,310 $290,340 $64,680 $225,660
2019 $8,359 $290,340 $64,680 $225,660
2018 $7,962 $293,680 $67,980 $225,700
2017 $7,741 $293,680 $67,980 $225,700
2016 $5,921 $293,680 $67,980 $225,700
2015 $7,436 $293,680 $67,980 $225,700
2014 $7,289 $293,680 $67,980 $225,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: N10117472

SmartMLS

APN: CHES-000010-000000-000223