NOT LISTED FOR SALE

858 Litchfield Turnpike Bethany, CT 06524

Estimated Value: $640,461 - $734,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,931 Sq Ft
$233/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 09, 2019

Last sale price $400,000 $136 Per Sq Ft

Est. 71% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,444/month

176 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 5.71 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Bethany Community School Rated A-
  • Secluded Lot
  • Bocce Ball Court

About This Home

As of October 2019

NOT ON ROUTE 69 but on "Old" Litchfield! Charming colonial on over 5.71 private acres of lush lawn, beautiful gardens and stunning grounds! Relax on the over sized front porch and take in beautiful sunset views! Enjoy entertaining in your fantastic great room with bay window and hardwood floors! There's plenty of space in your newer kitchen with warm hickory cabinets, Corian counters and awesome "butler's pantry" with mini refrigerator, bar/prep sink and tons of cabinetry for all your storage needs. Kitchen opens to dining room and sitting area with wood stove. Tiled sun room with floor to ceiling windows, offering great views of the gardens, pond, and patios. First floor full bath! Massive master suite with cathedral ceiling, palladium windows, walk-in closet/dressing room, sitting room and sumptuous master bath with radiant floor heating. Two additional bedrooms, office with custom built-ins and full bath complete the second floor space. Basement workshop as well as huge studio/shed/barn/workshop/he shed or she shed with power. Enjoy wonderful outside entertaining spaces - 2 beautiful, newer blue stone patios! Fresh exterior paint, new driveway, newer: roof, gutters, well pump, oil tank, kitchen counters, refrigerator, sink, disposal, carpet. Horse Property Potential! Convenient Bethany location - 10-12 minutes to several shopping areas, restaurants, trail/hiking systems, parks. Convenient to Quinnipiac, Yale, and major commuting routes. PRE-APPROVED BUYERS ONLY PLEASE

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Cangiano

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0763261 Listed on: 04/09/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Edward Fletcher

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0809972

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non-Member

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,743

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 5.71 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Property is zoned R-65

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,931 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near golf course and shops

Schools

  • Bethany Community Elementary School
  • Amity Middle School
  • Amity Regional High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Bocce Ball Court

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,743

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

5.71 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2931
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2931
  • Total Sq Ft: 2931
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Nearby Amenities: Bocci Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: (Old) Litchfield (NOT ROUTE 69) between Amity Road (RT 63) and the intersection of Rainbow/Munson Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: In Master suite
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 5.7100
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Rolling
  • Zoning: R-65

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 9743
  • Mil Rate Base: 36.900
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1055949

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bethany Community
  • Middle Jr High School: Amity
  • High School: Amity Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2019
Closed on
Oct 9, 2019
Sold by
Bruch John R and Bruch Janice E
Bought by
Kingsley Benjamin and Kingsley E S
Seller's Agent
Carol Cangiano
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-8.05%
Current Estimated Value
$684,115

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$284,115
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.70%
Original Mortgage
$402,525
Outstanding Balance
$348,714
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$335,401
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kingsley Benjamin $400,000 --
Kingsley Benjamin $400,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kingsley Benjamin $402,525
Closed Kingsley Benjamin $402,525
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/09/2019 10/09/19 Sold $400,000 -3.6% $136 / Sq Ft
10/02/2019 10/02/19 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2019 07/09/19 Price Changed $415,000 -2.4% $142 / Sq Ft
05/08/2019 05/08/19 Price Changed $425,000 -2.3% $145 / Sq Ft
04/09/2019 04/09/19 For Sale $435,000 -- $148 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $10,619 $364,420 $106,540 $257,880
2024 $10,357 $364,420 $106,540 $257,880
2023 $9,975 $264,030 $115,110 $148,920
2022 $9,505 $264,030 $115,110 $148,920
2021 $9,109 $264,030 $115,110 $148,920
2020 $9,653 $264,030 $115,110 $148,920
2019 $9,743 $264,030 $115,110 $148,920
2018 $9,712 $263,210 $128,620 $134,590
2017 $9,712 $263,210 $128,620 $134,590
2016 $9,344 $263,210 $128,620 $134,590
2015 $9,223 $263,210 $128,620 $134,590
2014 $8,923 $263,210 $128,620 $134,590
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170180662

SmartMLS

APN: BETH-000121-000000-000039A

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