NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $819,000 - $1,337,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,328 Sq Ft
$299/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 23, 2024

Last sale price $790,000 $237 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,076/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of February 2024

A Prospect Hill classic on a leafy side-street steps from Yale or Shakespeare in the Park, the 1915 Donald Prentice House was likely designed by Brown & Von Beren. Prentice taught mechanical engineering at Yale & literally wrote the book on home heating systems. His striking Colonial Revival home was built for the ages: 18" stone foundations, heavy beams, and a heating system (w/new furnace ca. 2010) that keeps the house snug. This lovingly preserved and generously proportioned 4-5 bedroom home has changed hands just a few times, most recently in 1979 (the wonderful writer & writing teacher Caroline Roberts Rosenstone lived here almost 45 years). A lovely entrance hall opens to a grand living room made for entertaining. Light pours in from three sides, including from an enlarged sunroom that leads to both a formal dining room and a 2021 deck with views of the private back garden & cityscape beyond. The charming St. Charles eat-in kitchen (with ca. 2016 reverse-osmosis drinking water filter) offers space for contemporary renovation if desired. A mud-room and renovated half-bath complete the 1st floor. 2nd floor features 4 generous bedrooms (1 with small private balcony facing the garden), laundry room and full bath. 3rd floor has a study/5th bedroom, 2nd full bath, and unfinished attic with room to expand. Full-height partly-finished basement offers further possibilities. Whole house protected by back-up generator.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Weiner

Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc License #RES.0791631 Listed on: 10/29/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Wojtek Borowski

Pearce Real Estate License #REB.0758965

Pearce Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,335

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RS1

Parking

  • Parking Deck

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Masonry Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Walkup Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Partially Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Worthington Hooker Elementary School
  • Wilbur Cross High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Edgehill/St. Ronan Subdivision
  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1247232

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,335

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: East Rock
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Other
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2828
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 500
  • Total Sq Ft: 3328
  • Year Built: 1920
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Upper Level
  • Remarks Public Addendum: The Donald Prentice House is listed in the State Register of Historic Places. Tax credits and matching grants may be available for historically appropriate renovations: see www.nhpt.org/historic-structures-fund for details. See also package of historical information in the Attachments - including descriptions of 71 Autumn from the 1979 Prospect Hill National Historic District application, and from the 2008 survey for the proposed St. Ronan/Edgehill Historic District (new sub-district not yet approved), as well as information on the writings of two of the home's illustrious author owners: Prentice and Rosenstone (whose humor-writing clients included Joan Rivers). The house features plenty of space as is - including unusually large closets for a home this age - but also substantial room to expand. 2nd floor has a bonus sink - possibilities abound for a primary BR suite with en-suite bath. 3rd floor has been used as an in-law apartment for live-ins/rentals, with its own full bath & a mini-kitchenette (there appears to have once been a back staircase to 3rd floor - separate entrance *may* be possible). Both attic & basement are full height & could be fully finished. As this is an estate sale, Property Condition Disclosure report is not available. Seller is aware that fireplace has not been used in some years and should be cleaned & safety-inspected before use; Seller makes no warranty on usability. A whole-house electrical inspection confirmed that Rosenstone had electrical outlets throughout the house fully re-wired and properly grounded - see attachment. A few remaining electrical issues were repaired 11/14 at seller expense, should all be in good working order for inspection. Some historic wiring may remain in the original antique ceiling fixtures. Electrician has confirmed that historic wiring is grandfathered when connected solely to ceiling lights. Sale is subject to probate approval.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Regulated Historic District
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4860
  • Directions: Canner to Autumn
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 2828
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Street
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished, Floored
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Humidifier, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor laundry room off 1 of the BRs
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 71

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Balcony, Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Brick, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: None
  • Garage And Parking: On Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Worthington Hooker
  • High School: Wilbur Cross

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Ridge Vents, Storm Doors, Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot City Views Fence - Full Fence - Privacy
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RS1
  • Parcel #: 1247232

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 16335
  • Total Assessed Value: 439110
  • Mil Rate Total: 37.2

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Worthington Hooker
  • High School: Wilbur Cross

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2023
Closed on
Feb 23, 2024
Sold by
Rosenstone Caroline Est and Beach
Bought by
Mohr Manuel A and Rodriguez Cristina
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Weiner
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Wojtek Borowski
Pearce Real Estate
List Price
$739,500
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,500
6.83%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$993,706

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,706
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.94%
Original Mortgage
$590,000
Outstanding Balance
$581,375
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$412,331
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
Mohr Manuel A $790,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mohr Manuel A $590,000
Previous Owner Rosenstone Caroline R $64,600
Previous Owner Rosenstone Caroline R $76,500
Previous Owner Rosenstone Caroline R $73,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/23/2024 02/23/24 Sold $790,000 +6.8% $237 / Sq Ft
11/20/2023 11/20/23 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2023 11/12/23 For Sale $739,500 -- $222 / 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 $18,859 $478,660 $201,880 $276,780
2024 $16,906 $439,110 $201,880 $237,230
2023 $16,335 $439,110 $201,880 $237,230
2022 $17,455 $439,110 $201,880 $237,230
2021 $16,679 $380,100 $180,950 $199,150
2020 $16,679 $380,100 $180,950 $199,150
2019 $16,337 $380,100 $180,950 $199,150
2018 $16,337 $380,100 $180,950 $199,150
2017 $14,702 $380,100 $180,950 $199,150
2016 $16,136 $388,360 $193,830 $194,530
2015 $16,136 $388,360 $193,830 $194,530
2014 $16,136 $388,360 $193,830 $194,530
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170607120

SmartMLS

APN: NHVN-000219-000460-001000