$700,000
SOLD NOV 1, 2024

8 Tarpon Ave Westbrook, CT 06498

2 Beds
1 Bath
849 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$824 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

146 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Ranch Style House
  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Westbrook Middle School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

As of November 2024

Nestled in a serene neighborhood this charming ranch home beckons with its inviting aura. Renovated to FEMA standards in 2016,this cozy abode boasts 2 bedrooms & a bath with bidetn & heated tile floor, ensuring comfort even in the chilliest of nights. As you step inside, the fully furnished space welcomes you with open arms. The kitchen, adorned with white shaker cabinets & quartz counters, is a chef's dream, complete with modern appliances & a breakfast bar for casual dining. Vaulted ceilings adorned with skylights & exposed beams add character to the living space, while a covered front porch has glimpses of the distant LI Sound. Venture to the back & you're greeted by a sprawling wrap-around deck, offering panoramic views of the glistening LI Sound. Beyond lies a tranquil marshland, a sanctuary for herons & ospreys, untouched by development. With deeded rights to Coral Sands public beach & access to a nearby creek,the allure of coastal living is ever-present.For storage needs,a sizable locked storage area beneath the home provides ample space,alongside a convenient hot & cold shower for post-beach refreshment. Practical amenities include a new 1000 gallon septic system, Mitsubishi heat & air system for year round comfort & custom window treatments.A backyard garden is a haven attracting an array of birds.Evenings are spent around the fire pit,under the starlit sky,enjoying the serenity of this coastal retreat.With low taxes,this home is the perfect blend of comfort & charm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carrie Korenkiewicz

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0370738 Listed on: 05/04/2024

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeff Thomas

Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0805649

Higgins Group Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,610

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned HDR

Parking

  • 5 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 849 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Thermal Windows

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Daisy Ingraham Elementary School
  • Westbrook Middle School
  • Westbrook High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Wall Furnace
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2320400

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,610

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Coral Sands
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 849
  • Total Sq Ft: 849
  • Year Built: 1953
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Boston Post Rd. (Route 1) to Seaside Ave. to Tarpon Ave. - Across from the public beach
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 640
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: None
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Washer & Dryer Included
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 8
  • Other SqFt Description: Kitchen was added on to

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Wrap Around Deck, Gutters
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Piling
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water Beach Rights Association Optional View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 5
  • Garage And Parking: None, Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Split System
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump, Wall Unit
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: 30 Gallon Tank, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: Daisy Ingraham
  • Middle School: Westbrook
  • High School: Westbrook

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Description: Level Lot On Cul-De-Sac Water View
  • Zoning: HDR
  • Property Info: Seasonal Property
  • Parcel #: 2320400

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 4610
  • Total Assessed Value: 212460
  • Mil Rate Total: 21.7

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Daisy Ingraham
  • Middle Jr High School: Westbrook
  • High School: Westbrook

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2025
Sold by
Draney Jennifer N and Draney Edward S
Bought by
Jennifer N Draney Ret and Draney
Current Estimated Value
$712,534

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2024
Closed on
Oct 30, 2024
Sold by
Stancil Richard T
Bought by
Draney Jennifer N and Draney Edward S
Seller's Agent
Carrie Korenkiewicz
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Thomas
Higgins Group Real Estate
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-6.67%
Views
217

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 1980
Bought by
Stancil Richard T and Stancil Leah A
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 -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $700,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $700,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Sold $700,000 -6.7% $824 / Sq Ft
10/12/2024 10/12/24 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2024 09/17/24 For Sale $750,000 0.0% $883 / Sq Ft
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2024 08/09/24 Price Changed $750,000 -3.2% $883 / Sq Ft
06/29/2024 06/29/24 Price Changed $775,000 -6.1% $913 / Sq Ft
06/17/2024 06/17/24 Price Changed $825,000 -5.7% $972 / Sq Ft
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Price Changed $875,000 -5.4% $1,031 / Sq Ft
05/25/2024 05/25/24 Price Changed $925,000 -5.1% $1,090 / Sq Ft
05/18/2024 05/18/24 For Sale $975,000 -- $1,148 / 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 $4,780 $212,460 $132,570 $79,890
2024 $4,610 $212,460 $132,570 $79,890
2023 $4,530 $212,460 $132,570 $79,890
2022 $4,411 $212,460 $132,570 $79,890
2021 $4,593 $183,730 $130,420 $53,310
2020 $4,593 $183,730 $130,420 $53,310
2019 $4,533 $183,730 $130,420 $53,310
2018 $4,478 $183,730 $130,420 $53,310
2017 $4,478 $183,730 $130,420 $53,310
2016 $4,406 $190,420 $166,230 $24,190
2015 $4,600 $204,370 $166,230 $38,140
2014 $5,178 $237,610 $199,470 $38,140
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24015268

SmartMLS

APN: WBRO-000189-000000-000122