NOT LISTED FOR SALE

557 S Meriden Rd Cheshire, CT 06410

Estimated Value: $585,000 - $624,179

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,902 Sq Ft
$319/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2023

Last sale price $560,000 $294 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,108/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • 1.58 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Darcey School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of August 2023

Welcome to this vintage style, 1950's cape! Full of charm & upgrades! One of Cheshire's favorite "drive by" homes! It boasts an historic erratic rock that is a significant part of the earth's glacial era as is highlighted in "Images of Cheshire". The main level boasts a fabulous 32' open floor plan, a combination LR & DR w/wide board pegged flooring & a FP w/a wood burning stove insert! Enjoy the beautifully remodeled/updated kitchen, granite counter tops, breakfast bar, S.S. appliances, HW floor & recessed lighting. Access from the kit. to the heated breezeway w/slate flooring/French doors to deck & gardens. 1st floor offers a 1/2 bath & shared 1st floor laundry. 1st fl. FR leads to a 34' seasonal porch, ready to host your summer breakfasts, lunches, picnics, guests & more. It boasts pegged beams, a cathedral ceiling, a slate floor & access to the pvt. rear yard. 2nd floor features a primary BR w/direct access to a spacious dual entry closet! Add 2 add'l BR's, & a full bath w/a jet tub & tile surround. Pull down attic, all house fan, traditional wood shingle roof, 1-car attached gar. And a bonus...a detached multi-car garage that can accommodate up to 4 vehicles, plus snowmobiles, motorcycles, bikes, & all your garden items! This garage offers a 2nd level floored storage area. A fabulous pvt. 1.58-acre level lot w/a large deck, garden area, substantial fencing, above ground pool & two detached sheds. Charm & character prevail! It can be yours! A must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Valerie Joyce

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0346585 Listed on: 06/20/2023

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Gaughran

Lamacchia Realty License #RES.0817755

Lamacchia Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,213

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1.58 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-40

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,902 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Screened Porch
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Unfinished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors

Parking

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

Pool

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Vinyl Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Highland Elementary School
  • Dodd Middle School
  • Cheshire High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,213

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1902
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1902
  • Total Sq Ft: 1902
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Remarks Public Addendum: If a casual country lifestyle is part of your "must have" home environment and if you collect antiques or have hobbies and love to entertain, this home can accommodate it all. If gardening is your passion, the large level fenced yard with mature landscaping will be a plus for your green thumb. If you have pets that enjoy the outdoors, this is the yard for them! Enjoy the above ground pool, fire pit, relax in a private yard setting, and plan your recreational activities. This is a home with a distinct and appealing personality for sure. There is plenty of paved parking for family and guests. Nearby convenient "pick your own" is at the local orchards which adds to the country lifestyle. Commuting is conveniently accessible and access to downtown Cheshire and nearby Meriden, Southington and Wallingford is just minutes away. Boiler, water heater, DW and microwave are recent upgrades.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/03/2023
  • Directions: Rt. 10 to Academy Rd. to South Meriden Rd. to #557 almost opposite Bishop's Farm, home is on corner of S. Meriden Rd. & Country Club Rd. Signs on both streets.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Breezeway, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: First floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 557

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Porch-Screened, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Above Ground Pool, Vinyl
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Whole House Fan
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Highland
  • Middle School: Dodd
  • High School: Cheshire

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Generator Ready, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.5800
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Treed, Fence - Partial, Fence - Wood
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-40

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 7213
  • Total Assessed Value: 205570
  • Mil Rate Base: 35.090
  • Mil Rate Total: 35.090
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1083374

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Highland
  • Middle Jr High School: Dodd
  • High School: Cheshire

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2023
Closed on
Aug 30, 2023
Sold by
Brainard Janet T
Bought by
Rowold Jonathan and Rowold Tricia
Seller's Agent
Valerie Joyce
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Gaughran
Lamacchia Realty
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.58%
Views
140
Current Estimated Value
$606,545

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,545
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.36%
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2011
Sold by
Brainard 3Rd Robert S
Bought by
Brainard Janet T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2000
Sold by
Campton Mark E and Campton Veronica A
Bought by
Brainard Robert E and Brainard Janet T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 1999
Sold by
Wilhem Joseph A and Wilhem Eileen M
Bought by
Campton Mark E and Campton Veronica A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 1988
Sold by
Humphrey Kevin
Bought by
Wilbem Joseph
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
Rowold Jonathan $560,000 None Available
Rowold Jonathan $560,000 None Available
Brainard Janet T -- --
Brainard Janet T -- --
Brainard Robert E $280,000 --
Brainard Robert E $280,000 --
Campton Mark E $257,000 --
Campton Mark E $257,000 --
Wilbem Joseph $219,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rowold Jonathan $383,062
Closed Rowold Jonathan $476,000
Previous Owner Brainard Janet T $100,000
Previous Owner Brainard Janet T $150,000
Previous Owner Humphrey Kevin $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2023 08/30/23 Sold $560,000 -1.6% $294 / Sq Ft
06/27/2023 06/27/23 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2023 06/20/23 For Sale $569,000 -- $299 / 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 $9,714 $326,620 $82,040 $244,580
2024 $8,969 $326,620 $82,040 $244,580
2023 $7,213 $205,570 $82,030 $123,540
2022 $7,055 $205,570 $82,030 $123,540
2021 $3,890 $205,570 $82,030 $123,540
2020 $6,829 $205,570 $82,030 $123,540
2019 $6,829 $205,570 $82,030 $123,540
2018 $3,840 $206,340 $82,690 $123,650
2017 $6,590 $206,340 $82,690 $123,650
2016 $6,436 $206,340 $82,690 $123,650
2015 $6,333 $206,340 $82,690 $123,650
2014 $6,242 $206,340 $82,690 $123,650
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170574597

SmartMLS

APN: CHES-000052-000031