$1,175,000

70 Morgan Rd Salem, CT 06420

Estimated payment $7,858/month

Total Views 2,585
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,325 Sq Ft
$272 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Salem Elementary School Rated A-
  • 12.86 Acre Lot
  • Covered Deck

About This Home

Welcome to Dolce Vita, a stone & shingle craftsman prominently sited overlooking the Eight Mile River. The property boasts the finest materials, custom millwork, a superb blend of formal and casual spaces and a main level primary bedroom suite. Exceptional ceiling height graces the main level with a grand salon living room crafted in the William Morris style. Find a sun filled office and a great room with fieldstone fireplace. A soaring wall of glass in the kitchen captures ever-changing river views. A well-appointed, center island kitchen features top end appliances - Subzero, down draft range, Dacor warming drawer and a large pantry. Architectural windows continue in the first-floor primary bedroom with an arts & crafts style bath and walk-in closets. A handsome turned staircase leads to three bedrooms with walk-in closets, a large full bath and unending storage. There is a walk-in attic and additional areas to expand as desired. A bank of windows across the walkout basement offers incredible space. Find a well-fit workshop and top-of-the-line mechanicals. Outside, enjoy migratory birds and wildlife from an incredible deck and nature trail. Explore 100s of acres of adjacent Nature Conservancy open space or relax at the water's edge with a book, good friends, a simple evening fireside. The Wild & Scenic Rivers Act selected notable waterways including the one found here at Dolce Vita, creating a serenity sweet life that many seek but seldom find. Welcome home.

Listing Agent

Nancy Mesham

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0760007 Listed on: 07/24/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,099

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 12.86 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned RU-A

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,325 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Built In Speakers
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Awning
  • French Doors
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck

Schools

  • Salem Elementary And Middle School
  • East Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1563803

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,099

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Music Vale
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4325
  • Total Sq Ft: 4325
  • Year Built: 1995
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities
  • Remarks Public Addendum: This home is waterfront but not in a flood zone. Walk to Salem School K-8. High Schoolers attend East Lyme High School! A stunning property that enjoys tremendous fit and finish.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Route 85 north. Just before Salem School turn left on Morgan Road. Home on the right. Long drive. Sellers appreciate NO ENTRY without an appointment. Thank you!
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 4325
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Walk-In
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Heated, Cooled, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room 10x7 off the kitchen
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Built In Audio
  • Street Number Modifier: 70

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Underground Utilities, Sidewalk, Awnings, Deck, Covered Deck, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond River View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Salem
  • Middle School: Salem
  • High School: East Lyme

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator Ready, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 12.86
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands Lightly Wooded Borders Open Space Professionally Landscaped Water View Open Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RU-A
  • Parcel #: 1563803

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 17099
  • Total Assessed Value: 566200
  • Mil Rate Total: 30.2

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Salem
  • Middle Jr High School: Salem
  • High School: East Lyme

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $17,099 $566,200 $71,600 $494,600
2024 $16,590 $566,200 $71,600 $494,600
2023 $16,307 $566,200 $71,600 $494,600
2022 $16,307 $566,200 $71,600 $494,600
2021 $17,494 $543,300 $68,200 $475,100
2020 $17,494 $543,300 $68,200 $475,100
2019 $17,594 $546,400 $71,300 $475,100
2018 $17,594 $546,400 $71,300 $475,100
2017 $17,594 $546,400 $71,300 $475,100
2016 $17,733 $559,400 $82,700 $476,700
2015 $17,733 $559,400 $82,700 $476,700
2014 $17,397 $559,400 $82,700 $476,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/27/2025 07/27/25 For Sale $1,175,000 -- $272 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $799,900 --
Warranty Deed $799,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $800,000 No Value Available
Closed $720,000 No Value Available
Closed $500,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24114146

SmartMLS

APN: SALE-000019-000014-A000000