$670,000
SOLD APR 16, 2021
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,262 Sq Ft
3.84 Acres

Recently Sold

$157 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

213 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan
  • Tootin' Hills School Rated A
  • 3.84 Acre Lot
  • Fruit Trees

About This Home

As of October 2022

Welcome home to 71 Highridge! This sprawling mid-century modern on 3.8 acres is located in one of Simsburys' most desirable neighborhoods. Stone walls, expansive gardens, patios, decks, wildlife and million dollar views of the Connecticut river valley greet those who pass through its secluded drive. Walls of windows flood every room of this distinct custom home with warmth, natural light and vistas. The first floor features an open floor plan with updated Chefs Kitchen with custom maple cabinets, granite counters, Subzero fridge, 2 sinks, 2 Wolf induction cooktops, pantry and breakfast bar. The Great Room - with soaring ceilings, and an exquisite stone fireplace set into a wall of windows - features a spiral staircase up to a balcony overlooking the dining area, providing access to the deck and crows nest! Upstairs are 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 of which feature floor to ceiling windows. The master suite boasts its own glass-walled staircase, sweeping views, cedar closet, and a glass-walled master bathroom reminiscent of a tree house. Attached to the main home is an in-law apartment with a private entrance and at the back of the property is a 1200 sqft workshop/barn. Come tour this masterfully designed mid-century gem and experience living harmoniously with nature at its best!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Kubeck

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0806072 Listed on: 07/23/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Barry

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0784183

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,665

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 3.84 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Fruit Trees
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-160

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Flat Tile Roof
  • Redwood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,262 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Thermal Windows

Kitchen

  • <<builtInOvenToken>>
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Carport
  • Parking Deck

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System
  • Heating system powered by solar not connected to the grid
  • Heating system powered by passive solar

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Breezeway

Schools

  • Tootin' Hills Elementary School
  • Simsbury High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Barn

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,665

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Simsbury
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary, Split Level
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4262
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2719
  • Total Sq Ft: 4262
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 12/21/2020
  • Directions: per GPS
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Wired For Audio
  • Street Number Modifier: 71

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Breezeway, Deck, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Lighting, Patio, Stone Wall, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Redwood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Flat
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Carport, Barn, Covered Garage

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Radiant, Solar, Wood/Coal Stove
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Solar, Wood
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Tootin' Hills
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Simsbury
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.8400
  • Lot Description: Dry, Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Rolling, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-160

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 8665
  • Total Assessed Value: 233620
  • Mil Rate Base: 37.090
  • Mil Rate Total: 37.090
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 695472

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tootin' Hills
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Simsbury

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2022
Closed on
Oct 28, 2022
Sold by
Baum David M
Bought by
Taylor Nathaniel V and Hultgren Kelly A
Seller's Agent
Diane Barry
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Diane Barry
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$700,000
Sold Price
$646,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$53,500
-7.64%
Views
145
Current Estimated Value
$800,180

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,680
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.22%
Original Mortgage
$517,200
Outstanding Balance
$499,444
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$300,736

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2020
Closed on
Apr 16, 2021
Sold by
Tablante Priscilla B and Tablante Bart B
Bought by
Baum David M
Seller's Agent
Brian Kubeck
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Diane Barry
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-4.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.31%
Original Mortgage
$536,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 1996
Sold by
Storrs T Margery and Storrrs Edward
Bought by
Bush Waltor and Bush Vera

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 1995
Sold by
Bush Walter and Bush Vera
Bought by
Tablante Bart and Tablante Priscilla

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $646,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $670,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $15,000 --
Warranty Deed $292,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $517,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $536,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $250,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $152,000 Unknown
Closed $53,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/28/2022 10/28/22 Sold $646,500 -4.2% $238 / Sq Ft
09/20/2022 09/20/22 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2022 08/19/22 Price Changed $675,000 -3.6% $248 / Sq Ft
05/23/2022 05/23/22 For Sale $700,000 +4.5% $257 / Sq Ft
04/16/2021 04/16/21 Sold $670,000 -4.1% $157 / Sq Ft
02/21/2021 02/21/21 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2021 01/18/21 Price Changed $699,000 0.0% $164 / Sq Ft
01/18/2021 01/18/21 For Sale $699,000 +4.3% $164 / Sq Ft
12/15/2020 12/15/20 Off Market $670,000 -- --
08/23/2020 08/23/20 Price Changed $719,900 -4.0% $169 / Sq Ft
07/23/2020 07/23/20 For Sale $749,900 -- $176 / 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 $14,258 $417,390 $147,000 $270,390
2024 $13,799 $414,260 $147,000 $267,260
2023 $13,182 $414,260 $147,000 $267,260
2022 $9,025 $233,620 $127,050 $106,570
2021 $9,025 $233,620 $127,050 $106,570
2020 $8,665 $233,620 $127,050 $106,570
2019 $8,719 $233,620 $127,050 $106,570
2018 $8,782 $233,620 $127,050 $106,570
2017 $11,184 $288,540 $139,060 $149,480
2016 $10,711 $288,540 $139,060 $149,480
2015 $10,711 $288,540 $139,060 $149,480
2014 $10,716 $288,540 $139,060 $149,480
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170318987

SmartMLS

APN: SIMS-000004B-000203-000026