NOT LISTED FOR SALE

56 Essex St Mystic, CT 06355

West Mystic Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,276,376 - $1,375,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,752 Sq Ft
$476/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 09, 2014

Last sale price $850,000 $309 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,606/month

334 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Attic
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2014

Direct waterfront on the mystic river south of both bridges for quick access to the sound. Private dock plus mooring.Superb waterviews down the river from this beautifully maintained home.Vinyl shingle ext,great deck,hwflrs,excel.Kit/granite.Cls to town
superb waterviews down the river form this beautifully maintained home. Addional information full window treatment with hunter douglas blinds throughout. These come with a lifetime repair guarantee which is transferable to the new owner. Decorative pavers create a lovely waterside terrace ...A great place to enjoy the sunrise or to watch the great variety of boats that travel the river. There is one garage and one bay for boat storage plus two carports.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melinda Carlisle

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0010995 Listed on: 07/10/2013

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Melinda Carlisle

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0010995 Listed on: 07/10/2013

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,226

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • River Front

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,752 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Water Views
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Sb Butler Elementary School
  • Mystic Middle School
  • Fitch High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,226

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Mystic
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Total Sq Ft: 2752
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Directions: From rte 95 take exit 89 and head south toward the water. Cross over route 1 and at the stop sign at the foot of the hill cross over rte215 . Cross the rr tracks and bear right at the end of that road. House on left after boatyard
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 56

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Waterfront Description: Dock or Mooring, Frontage, River, View
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sb Butler
  • High School: Fitch
  • Intermediate School: Mystic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2700
  • Lot Description: Professionally Landscaped

Rental Info

  • Lease Purchase: No

Tax Info

  • Property Tax: 14226
  • Total Assessed Value: 686630
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1960416

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sb Butler
  • High School: Fitch

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2023
Sold by
Rahkonen Trudy E
Bought by
Trudy E Rahkonen T E and Trudy Rahkonen
Current Estimated Value
$1,292,456

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2013
Closed on
Jul 10, 2014
Sold by
Accomando William P
Bought by
Rahkonen John N and Rahkonen Trudy E
Seller's Agent
Melinda Carlisle
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Melinda Carlisle
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,390,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$540,000
-38.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2004
Sold by
Sherman Crosby and Sherman Helen
Bought by
Accomando William

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 1989
Sold by
Ponar Assoc
Bought by
Biss Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
9.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1987
Sold by
Kittrell James
Bought by
Ponar Assoc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Trudy E Rahkonen T E -- None Available
Rahkonen Trudy E -- None Available
Rahkonen John N $850,000 --
Accomando William $1,000,000 --
Biss Patricia $500,000 --
Ponar Assoc $357,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ponar Assoc $235,300
Previous Owner Ponar Assoc $240,000
Previous Owner Ponar Assoc $375,000
Previous Owner Ponar Assoc $375,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2014 07/09/14 Sold $850,000 -38.8% $309 / Sq Ft
06/09/2014 06/09/14 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2013 07/10/13 For Sale $1,390,000 -- $505 / 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 $18,766 $689,430 $468,440 $220,990
2024 $17,433 $689,430 $468,440 $220,990
2023 $16,757 $689,430 $373,730 $315,700
2022 $16,391 $689,430 $373,730 $315,700
2021 $17,156 $609,000 $373,730 $235,270
2020 $17,015 $609,000 $373,730 $235,270
2019 $16,279 $609,000 $373,730 $235,270
2018 $16,084 $609,000 $373,730 $235,270
2017 $15,785 $609,000 $373,730 $235,270
2016 $16,673 $693,560 $470,400 $223,160
2015 $16,118 $693,560 $470,400 $223,160
2014 $15,580 $686,630 $470,400 $216,230
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melinda Carlisle

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Melinda Carlisle

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (860) 572-9099

    2 in this area

    48 Total Sales

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: E268375

SmartMLS

APN: GROT-002618-001026-005510

Connecticut New London County Mystic 06355 West Mystic

56 Essex St, Mystic, CT

This home is located at 56 Essex St, Mystic, CT 06355 since 10 July 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,310,125, approximately $476 per square foot. This property was built in 1880. 56 Essex St is a home located in New London County with nearby schools including Groton Middle School and Robert E. Fitch High School.

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