Seller's Agent in 2020
Jessica Travelstead
W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty
(860) 459-5592
9 in this area
72 Total Sales
8 Birch Hill Rd Morris, CT 06763
Estimated Value: $454,998 - $604,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,494
Sq Ft
$348/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home fronts a pond
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Attic
- 3.2 Acre Lot
- Wetlands on Lot
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of December 2020Very charming and well maintained cape style home situated on private road in the Lakeside section of Morris. Owner improvements include large great room addition, car port, boat storage shed, enclosed porch, workroom in garage and full house generator. Traditional details include wood paneling in cozy living room, wood burning fireplace, shiplap in upstairs rooms, hardwood floors throughout. House has newer roof and was recently painted. Approximately ten minutes from center of Bantam for coffee and ice cream at Arethusa Farm restaurants, Bantam Market and Bantam Cinema. Access to Bantam Lake through Morris Town Beach. Bright, sunny, flat lot with mature gardens, fenced patio, pond and stone walls. Perfect for full time living or weekends!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty License #RES.0789217 Listed on: 05/11/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,213
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 3.2 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a pond
- Stone Wall
- Corner Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $21 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,494 Sq Ft Home
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Workshop
- Partial Basement
- Storage In Attic
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Attached Carport
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Wetlands on Lot
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Shed
- Breezeway
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- James Morris Elementary School
- Wamago Regional High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Private Company Owned Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Association fees include road maintenance
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 11, 2020
Closed on
Nov 20, 2020
Sold by
Girdler Reynolds
Bought by
Ziegler Gretchen
Seller's Agent
Jessica Travelstead
W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty
Buyer's Agent
Debra Ziegler
Dave Jones Realty, LLC
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-9.47%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$194,750
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.67%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$223,477
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$282,267
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2002
Sold by
Depalma James and Depalms Myra
Bought by
Girdler Reynolds
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
7%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2000
Sold by
Stiles Hugh and Stiles Jeanne
Bought by
Depalma James and Depalma Myra
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,050
Interest Rate
8.55%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ziegler Gretchen | $325,000 | None Available | |
| Girdler Reynolds | $210,000 | -- | |
| Depalma James | $168,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ziegler Gretchen | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Depalma James | $160,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Depalma James | $160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Depalma James | $164,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Depalma James | $160,050 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2020 12/03/20 | Sold | $325,000 | -9.5% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2020 09/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2020 05/11/20 | For Sale | $359,000 | -- | $240 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,099 | $210,940 | $75,160 | $135,780 |
| 2024 | $3,708 | $210,940 | $75,160 | $135,780 |
| 2023 | $3,860 | $210,940 | $75,160 | $135,780 |
| 2022 | $4,015 | $167,380 | $67,190 | $100,190 |
| 2021 | $4,123 | $167,380 | $67,190 | $100,190 |
| 2020 | $4,213 | $167,380 | $67,190 | $100,190 |
| 2019 | $4,442 | $167,380 | $67,190 | $100,190 |
| 2018 | $4,447 | $167,380 | $67,190 | $100,190 |
| 2017 | $3,939 | $137,390 | $67,190 | $70,200 |
| 2016 | $3,824 | $137,390 | $67,190 | $70,200 |
| 2015 | $3,561 | $137,390 | $67,190 | $70,200 |
| 2014 | $3,941 | $176,080 | $97,350 | $78,730 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jessica Travelstead
-
Stacey Matthews
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Stacey Matthews
W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty
(203) 671-9067
8 in this area
136 Total Sales
-
Debra Ziegler
D
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Debra Ziegler
Dave Jones Realty, LLC
(203) 518-2735
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170294318
APN: MORR-000001-000200-000008
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