NOT LISTED FOR SALE

700 Candlewood Hill Rd Higganum, CT 06441

Estimated Value: $536,000 - $638,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,678 Sq Ft
$224/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 31, 2021

Last sale price $400,000 $149 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,987/month

87 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sauna
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Haddam-Killingworth High School Rated 10
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of March 2021

Beautifully Higganum colonial with a stunning long-range view and lots of privacy! Great primary residence or vacation home. 4 bedroom home is close to hiking trails, farm stands, and just minutes to the CT River. Plenty to do and see in this area of Connecticut! Just a short drive to Good Speed Opera House, Award-winning restaurants, riverboat cruises, steam trains, outlets, and more. Drive up the tree-lined driveway to the private landscaped yard with mature perennial plantings and views. Walk up the natural stone stairs, down the slate walk to the welcoming front entrance. Foyer has a coat closet and a guest bath tucked into the short hall. The formal living room is currently used as a large home office with a double window and access to the good-sized formal dining room. The kitchen is updated with granite counters, a center island, stainless appliances, and a breakfast nook. Relax on cozy winter evenings in the family room with a pellet stove. The bright cheery great room has many possibilities with a vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, and lots of windows. The upper level has a nice master bedroom that looks out onto the amazing view. The well-appointed master bath has a whirlpool tub, walk-in shower, and his and hers vessel sinks. There are three additional bedrooms, another full bath, a laundry area, and stairs to the walkup attic on the upper level. The back yard has a beautiful perennial garden, stone outcroppings, and a large deck for gatherings. see more remarks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Geraci

BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes License #RES.0781878 Listed on: 11/11/2020

BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Allison Hughes

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0757586

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,120

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 2.02 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2A

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,678 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Sauna
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Walkup Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Haddam-Killingworth Middle School
  • Haddam-Killingworth High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Priest Farm Estate Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Leader heads on stone wall, birdhouses on poles in back yard. Bookshelves and corner cupboards.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,120

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Higganum
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2678
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2678
  • Total Sq Ft: 2678
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Unfinished basement with workshop space and an oversized two car garage with automatic door openers. Adventure Rooms Connecticut. 6.7 mi. 90 reviews. ... Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Market. 7.2 mi. 227 reviews. ... Gillette Castle State Park. 8.2 mi. 8
  • Exclusions: Leader heads on stone wall, birdhouses on poles in back yard. Bookshelves and corner cupboards.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Yes
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4514
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 11/09/2020
  • Directions: Exit 10 off route 9 to route 154 to Candlewood Hill Rd.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Sauna, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: upper hall
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 700

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Shed, Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, 40 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Haddam-Killingworth
  • High School: Haddam-Killingworth

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0200
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-2A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 7120
  • Total Assessed Value: 224690
  • Mil Rate Base: 31.690
  • Mil Rate Total: 31.690
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 990554

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Haddam-Killingworth
  • High School: Haddam-Killingworth

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2020
Closed on
Mar 25, 2021
Sold by
Bright Richard C and Bright Julie D
Bought by
Wichowski Bartosz and Proos Natasha
Seller's Agent
Lori Geraci
BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
Buyer's Agent
Allison Hughes
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Current Estimated Value
$601,209

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$201,209
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.92%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$362,713
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$197,000

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2011
Closed on
Aug 17, 2012
Sold by
Renton Lara C
Bought by
Bright Richard C and Bright Julie D
Seller's Agent
Linda O'Hara
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lori Geraci
BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
List Price
$357,888
Sold Price
$342,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,388
-4.3%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.82%
Original Mortgage
$274,000
Interest Rate
3.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2011
Sold by
Renton Richard D
Bought by
Benton Lara

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2010
Sold by
Annino Martha N
Bought by
Renton Richard D and Renton Lara C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$513,500
Interest Rate
4.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 1999
Sold by
Tucker Earl W
Bought by
Annino Martha N and Annino Louis S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
6.92%
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
Wichowski Bartosz -- None Available
Bright Richard C $342,500 --
Benton Lara -- --
Renton Richard D $330,000 --
Annino Martha N $252,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wichowski Bartosz $400,000
Previous Owner Bright Richard C $274,000
Previous Owner Annino Martha N $315,000
Previous Owner Annino Martha N $513,500
Previous Owner Annino Martha N $126,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2021 03/31/21 Sold $400,000 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
02/06/2021 02/06/21 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2021 01/14/21 For Sale $400,000 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
01/13/2021 01/13/21 Off Market $400,000 -- --
01/12/2021 01/12/21 For Sale $400,000 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
01/03/2021 01/03/21 Off Market $400,000 -- --
11/11/2020 11/11/20 For Sale $400,000 +16.8% $149 / Sq Ft
08/17/2012 08/17/12 Sold $342,500 -4.3% $129 / Sq Ft
07/13/2012 07/13/12 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2011 07/11/11 For Sale $357,888 -- $134 / 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 $8,540 $248,630 $59,570 $189,060
2024 $8,540 $248,630 $59,570 $189,060
2023 $8,421 $248,630 $59,570 $189,060
2022 $8,038 $248,630 $59,570 $189,060
2021 $7,996 $248,630 $59,570 $189,060
2020 $7,120 $224,690 $68,650 $156,040
2019 $7,120 $224,690 $68,650 $156,040
2018 $7,120 $224,690 $68,650 $156,040
2017 $7,120 $224,690 $68,650 $156,040
2016 $7,010 $224,690 $68,650 $156,040
2015 $7,503 $240,470 $68,650 $171,820
2014 $7,428 $240,470 $68,650 $171,820
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170353884

SmartMLS

APN: HADD-000037-000005-000007