NOT LISTED FOR SALE

79 Benjamin Rd Preston, CT 06365

Estimated Value: $490,000 - $622,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,016 Sq Ft
$266/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 27, 2021

Last sale price $379,000 $188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,392/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of April 2021

BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED & QUALITY BUILT COLONIAL NESTLED IN A QUIET COUNTRY LOCATION ON 1.72 ACRES! Interior Features Include: 2000+ Sq. Ft, Central Air/Hydro Air System, 3 Generous Sized Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths, Large & Bright Eat-In Kitchen w/Tile Floors & Center Island, Formal Living Room w/Beautiful Whitewashed Brick/Wood Burning Fireplace, Adjoining Family Room w/ French Doors to the 12x24 Rear Deck, Formal Dining Room, Large Master Suite w/ Oversized Master Bath w/ Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Double Jacuzzi Tub & Built in Blue Tooth Speaker. Hardwood Floors on the 1st Floor, Carpeting on 2nd Level w/Wide Hallway at The Bedroom Entrances, Tile in the Kitchen & Baths & Nest Programmable Thermostats Are Energy Efficient & Allows You to Adjust Temps Right From Your Phone Even When You're Away! Lots of Large Windows Brightens Every Room in This Home. Plenty of Storage Throughout & Unfinished Basement Would Be Ideal For Add'l Living Space. The Exterior Features a Charming Covered Front Porch w/ a Beautiful View of a Babbling Brook & The Rear Yard is Another Peaceful Setting to Enjoy Natural Wildlife. Located on Quiet Country Road Yet Close to Casinos, Many Main Routes, and Lots of Amenities. This Home Has a Great Open Floor Plan, is Perfect For Entertaining and Move in Ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kim Malek

Malek Real Estate License #REB.0792549 Listed on: 02/25/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Geoff Gordon

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0806562

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,407

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 1.72 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Stone Wall
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R-60

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,016 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Workshop
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Preston Vet's Memorial Elementary School
  • Preston Plains Middle School
  • Norwich Free Academy High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Hard or Low Nap Flooring
  • Property is near golf course and shops

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,407

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2016
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2016
  • Total Sq Ft: 2016
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Handicap Features: Hard/Low Nap Floors
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4056
  • Directions: Conveniently located off of Route 165 number 79 on Benjamin Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Porch, Sidewalk, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Brook, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator Ready, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.7200
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-60

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 5407
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.900
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1559481

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Preston Vet's Memorial
  • Middle Jr High School: Preston Plains
  • High School: Norwich Free Academy

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2021
Closed on
Apr 26, 2021
Sold by
Brennan Sean M and Brennan Ryan R
Bought by
Daugherty Trent
Seller's Agent
Kim Malek
Malek Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Geoff Gordon
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$379,000
Premium/Discount to List
$19,100
5.31%
Current Estimated Value
$536,971

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$157,971
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.66%
Original Mortgage
$303,200
Outstanding Balance
$274,190
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$262,781

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2018
Closed on
Jul 3, 2018
Sold by
Klaeson Jakob O and Klaeson Kelsey I
Bought by
Brennan Sean M and Brennan Ryan R
Seller's Agent
Kyle Campbell
IMT Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ellen ET Fox
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$319,900
Sold Price
$307,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,400
-3.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.70%
Original Mortgage
$317,647
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2016
Closed on
Jun 24, 2016
Sold by
Miller Gerard H and Miller Lee C
Bought by
Klaeson Jakob O and Klaeson Kelsey I
Seller's Agent
Lori Hopkins-Cavanagh
Lori Hopkins-Cavanagh Broker
Buyer's Agent
Kyle Campbell
IMT Realty
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$266,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,100
2.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2002
Sold by
Kimball Daniel
Bought by
Miller Gerard H and Miller Lee C
Source: Public Records

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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
Daugherty Trent -- None Available
Daugherty Trent -- None Available
Brennan Sean M $307,500 --
Klaeson Jakob O $266,000 --
Miller Gerard H $270,000 --
Brennan Sean M $307,500 --
Klaeson Jakob O $266,000 --
Miller Gerard H $270,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Daugherty Trent $303,200
Closed Daugherty Trent $303,200
Previous Owner Miller Gerard H $317,647
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/27/2021 04/27/21 Sold $379,000 +5.3% $188 / Sq Ft
03/01/2021 03/01/21 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2021 02/25/21 For Sale $359,900 +17.0% $179 / Sq Ft
07/02/2018 07/02/18 Sold $307,500 -2.3% $153 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2018 04/24/18 Price Changed $314,900 -1.6% $156 / Sq Ft
04/11/2018 04/11/18 For Sale $319,900 +20.3% $159 / Sq Ft
06/24/2016 06/24/16 Sold $266,000 +2.3% $132 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/09/2016 03/09/16 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2016 03/05/16 For Sale $259,900 -- $129 / 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 $7,006 $279,020 $55,580 $223,440
2024 $6,521 $279,020 $55,580 $223,440
2023 $6,404 $279,020 $55,580 $223,440
2022 $6,332 $227,100 $48,700 $178,400
2021 $6,118 $227,100 $48,700 $178,400
2020 $5,407 $201,000 $48,700 $152,300
2019 $5,307 $200,800 $48,700 $152,100
2018 $5,227 $200,800 $48,700 $152,100
2017 $4,654 $193,900 $48,700 $145,200
2016 $4,605 $193,900 $48,700 $145,200
2015 $4,460 $193,900 $48,700 $145,200
2014 $4,487 $193,900 $48,700 $145,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kim Malek

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Kim Malek

    Malek Real Estate

    (860) 639-9112

    6 in this area

    86 Total Sales

    Kim Malek
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  • Geoff Gordon

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Geoff Gordon

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (860) 266-2553

    1 in this area

    70 Total Sales

    Geoff Gordon
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Kyle Campbell

    IMT Realty

    (860) 367-4214

    9 Total Sales

    Kyle Campbell
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  • Ellen ET Fox

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Ellen ET Fox

    William Pitt

    (860) 235-8333

    55 Total Sales

    Ellen ET Fox
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  • Lori Hopkins-Cavanagh

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lori Hopkins-Cavanagh

    Lori Hopkins-Cavanagh Broker

    (860) 449-2007

    14 Total Sales

    Lori Hopkins-Cavanagh
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170375156

SmartMLS

APN: PRES-000120-B000001EN000079

Connecticut New London County Preston 06365

79 Benjamin Rd, Preston, CT

Not Listed for Sale

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