NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7 Orchard Heights Rd Essex, CT 06426

Estimated Value: $625,000 - $1,007,000

6 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,438 Sq Ft
$242/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2019

Last sale price $499,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,264/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.89 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Finished Attic
  • Valley Regional High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of August 2019

Incomparable style and a one of a kind design has the look you have been waiting for! This gorgeous home is set back off the road in one of the desired areas of Essex and has been built to the most exacting standards that you would only see in much more expensive luxury homes. You will be wowed by the soaring nine foot ceilings, superior finishes, and four floors of living space for everyone. The main floor features a formal living room with a custom mantled fireplace, open to the kitchen and informal family area which spans the entire width of the home, and a stylish formal dining room fitting for the largest of gatherings. The Gourmet kitchen boasts an expansive granite island with breakfast bar, stainless appliances, pantry, and filled with lot's natural light. The exterior composite deck wraps to a large, columned patio for outdoor entertaining at it's best! The second story ascends to a beautiful hardwood landing leading to the master suite with a lovely tiled bath and walk-in closet. A full hall bath services two guest bedrooms and a third bedroom is transformed into the sewing/craft room. The third story adds an additional two bedroom suite and a full bath. The lower level features an additional 700sf with a full walk out to a private patio, a living room, private bedroom full bath and gym for those overflow guests or a private retreat all to yourself! A truly special home you will fall in love with at an amazing value!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Ruel

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0761742 Listed on: 07/17/2019

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Ruel

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0761742 Listed on: 07/17/2019

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,342

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 1.89 Acre Lot
  • Interior Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned ru

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Apartment Living Space in Basement

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Shared Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Essex Elementary School
  • Valley High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include grounds maintenance, snow removal, road maintenance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: see inclusion/exclusion form in attachments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,342

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$21 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Essex Village
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2772
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2772
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 666
  • Total Sq Ft: 3438
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Exclusions: see inclusion/exclusion form in attachments
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Special Assessment Details: see attachments for details
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5862
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: use gps
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access, Walk-out, Apartment
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 7

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Porch-Wrap Around, Shed, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking
  • Driveway Type: Private, Shared, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 250
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • High School: Valley

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.8900
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Level Lot
  • Zoning: ru

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 7342
  • Total Assessed Value: 339100
  • Mil Rate Base: 21.650
  • Mil Rate Total: 21.650
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 987631

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Essex
  • High School: Valley

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2024
Sold by
Bachand Richard
Bought by
Bachand Karen
Current Estimated Value
$831,912

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2019
Closed on
Aug 14, 2019
Sold by
Riggio Thomas F and Riggio Sally G
Bought by
Bachand Richard and Bachand Karen
Seller's Agent
Angela Ruel
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Angela Ruel
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$499,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.68%
Original Mortgage
$399,200
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2013
Sold by
Riggio Thomas F and Riggio Sally G
Bought by
Orchard Heights Ho Ass

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1999
Sold by
Stanford Emily Est and Stanford-Walker
Bought by
Lees Of Essex Llc
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
Bachand Karen -- None Available
Bachand Karen -- None Available
Bachand Richard $499,000 --
Bachand Richard $499,000 --
Orchard Heights Ho Ass -- --
Orchard Heights Ho Ass -- --
Lees Of Essex Llc $94,600 --
Lees Of Essex Llc $94,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bachand Richard $399,200
Previous Owner Lees Of Essex Llc $398,000
Previous Owner Lees Of Essex Llc $495,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/16/2019 08/16/19 Sold $499,000 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
07/23/2019 07/23/19 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2019 07/17/19 For Sale $499,000 -- $145 / 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 $8,516 $457,100 $128,000 $329,100
2024 $8,251 $457,100 $128,000 $329,100
2023 $7,744 $342,800 $109,900 $232,900
2022 $7,681 $339,100 $109,900 $229,200
2021 $7,606 $339,100 $109,900 $229,200
2020 $7,396 $339,100 $109,900 $229,200
2019 $4,761 $339,100 $109,900 $229,200
2018 $7,095 $324,700 $116,100 $208,600
2017 $7,130 $324,700 $116,100 $208,600
2016 $7,007 $324,700 $116,100 $208,600
2015 $6,845 $324,700 $116,100 $208,600
2014 $7,128 $339,600 $131,000 $208,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170214715

SmartMLS

APN: ESSE-000051-000001-000001