NOT LISTED FOR SALE

73 Forest Dr Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $304,000 - $400,722

1 Bed
1 Bath
480 Sq Ft
$746/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 10, 2020

Last sale price $207,500 $432 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,740/month

163 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Sandy Hook Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Cottage

About This Home

As of September 2020

Lake Life! Beautiful views from this bungalow style home located waterfront on Lake Zoar. Recently updated kitchen, bath and home. Private driveway and parking and located on a very low traffic dead end road. Direct waterfront with steps down to your very own piece of the lake with your own dock. Local beach club is a walk away with amenities (appx $70 per year to join) with boat launch ramp. Fishing, boating, water sports, and a lot of nature. Come take a look!
Note: There is an adjacent parcel of land #69 that can be purchased with this property. See MLS listing #170269821 or search 69 Forest Drive, Sandy Hook CT.
Great neighborhood! This is PERFECT for an investment! Up and coming neighborhood with several homes that have been bought recently to remodel and/or build new. Some existing homes in the area airbnb or rent their homes in this desirable lake area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill DeRosa

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0810328 Listed on: 02/05/2020

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Bill DeRosa

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0810328 Listed on: 02/05/2020

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,052

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 0.58 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Many Trees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 480 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Water Views
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Sandy Hook Elementary School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,052

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Sandy Hook
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 480
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 480
  • Total Sq Ft: 480
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Public Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1080
  • Directions: Bancroft Road to Forest Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Walk-out, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 73

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Lighting
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Lake, Dock or Mooring, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Paved, On Street Parking, Off Street Parking
  • Driveway Type: Private

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sandy Hook
  • High School: Newtown

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5800
  • Lot Description: Water View, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 6052
  • Total Assessed Value: 174050
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.770
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.770
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 209614

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sandy Hook
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2020
Closed on
Sep 4, 2020
Sold by
Szymczak Gordon J
Bought by
James Tunis and James Demar O
Seller's Agent
Bill DeRosa
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Bill DeRosa
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$207,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-7.78%
Current Estimated Value
$358,181

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$150,681
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.42%
Original Mortgage
$197,125
Outstanding Balance
$175,728
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$179,083
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
James Tunis $207,500 None Available
James Tunis $207,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open James Tunis $197,125
Closed James Tunis $197,125
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/10/2020 09/10/20 Sold $207,500 -4.6% $432 / Sq Ft
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2020 05/01/20 Price Changed $217,500 -3.3% $453 / Sq Ft
02/05/2020 02/05/20 For Sale $225,000 0.0% $469 / Sq Ft
11/12/2017 11/12/17 Rented $1,400 0.0% --
11/07/2017 11/07/17 Under Contract -- -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 Price Changed $1,400 -3.4% $2 / Sq Ft
10/01/2017 10/01/17 For Rent $1,450 -- --
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 $9,467 $329,390 $210,570 $118,820
2024 $8,884 $329,390 $210,570 $118,820
2023 $8,643 $329,390 $210,570 $118,820
2022 $6,034 $174,050 $129,470 $44,580
2021 $6,031 $174,050 $129,470 $44,580
2020 $6,050 $174,050 $129,470 $44,580
2019 $6,052 $174,050 $129,470 $44,580
2018 $5,959 $174,050 $129,470 $44,580
2017 $5,061 $149,410 $123,610 $25,800
2016 $5,020 $149,410 $123,610 $25,800
2015 $4,941 $149,410 $123,610 $25,800
2014 $4,977 $149,410 $123,610 $25,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Bill DeRosa

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services

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  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Terry Lawrence

    Showcase Realty, Inc.

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170269810

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000043-000020-000005

Connecticut Fairfield County Sandy Hook 06482 Newtown

73 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT

This home is located at 73 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482 since 05 February 2020 and is currently estimated at $358,181, approximately $746 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 73 Forest Dr is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Sandy Hook Elementary School, Reed Intermediate School, and Newtown Middle School.

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