NOT LISTED FOR SALE

88 Walnut Tree Hill Rd Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Newtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $668,000 - $770,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,736 Sq Ft
$259/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 12, 2021

Last sale price $486,000 $178 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,696/month

72 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.59 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Hawley Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2021

Character and charm abound in this classic Gambrel colonial with main level master bedroom. Beautifully remodeled master bathroom, Spacious living room with bow window and masonry fireplace overlooking your own basketball court in addition to a very large family room which could easily be modified to inlaw situation as there is a bath attached. The updated kitchen has newer built in breakfast nook and 3 seat breakfast bar and is open to the dining room which has newer wood stove and sliders to back patio. Front patio overlooks gorgeous gardens with family of humming birds to keep you entertained. Newer shed for outdoor equipment storage and so much more...Come see for yourself!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dianne Camella

RE/MAX Right Choice License #RES.0095679 Listed on: 10/01/2021

RE/MAX Right Choice

Last Buyer's Agent

Connie Widmann

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0767271

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,273

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 2.59 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,736 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Hawley Elementary School
  • Newtown Middle School
  • Reed Middle School
  • Newtown High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,273

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2736
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2736
  • Total Sq Ft: 2736
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4771
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 10/01/2021
  • Directions: Church hill to Walnut Tree. At stop sign bear right. House on corner of Acorn and Walnut Tree. driveway on Acorn
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: main level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 88

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 30 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Intermediate School: Reed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.5900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Treed
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 9273
  • Total Assessed Value: 267620
  • Mil Rate Base: 34.650
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.650
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 208928

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hawley
  • Middle Jr High School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2021
Closed on
Dec 3, 2021
Sold by
Bassett Darryl M and Bassett Rachael A
Bought by
Bouton Andrew L
Seller's Agent
Dianne Camella
RE/MAX Right Choice
Buyer's Agent
Connie Widmann
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$486,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.8%
Current Estimated Value
$708,730

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$222,730
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.46%
Original Mortgage
$421,000
Outstanding Balance
$388,697
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$271,951

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2005
Sold by
Cheney Walter and Cheney Sally
Bought by
Bassett Darryl and Bassett Rachel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$464,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Bouton Andrew L $486,000 None Available
Bassett Darryl $580,000 --
Bassett Darryl $580,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bouton Andrew L $421,000
Previous Owner Bassett Darryl M $86,000
Previous Owner Cheney Walter $457,395
Previous Owner Cheney Walter $464,000
Previous Owner Cheney Walter $78,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2021 12/15/21 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2021 12/15/21 For Sale $500,000 +2.9% $183 / Sq Ft
12/12/2021 12/12/21 Sold $486,000 -2.8% $178 / Sq Ft
12/09/2021 12/09/21 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2021 10/01/21 For Sale $500,000 -- $183 / 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 $11,438 $397,970 $115,270 $282,700
2024 $10,733 $397,970 $115,270 $282,700
2023 $10,443 $397,970 $115,270 $282,700
2022 $9,278 $267,620 $83,940 $183,680
2021 $9,273 $267,620 $83,940 $183,680
2020 $9,302 $267,620 $83,940 $183,680
2019 $9,305 $267,620 $83,940 $183,680
2018 $9,163 $267,620 $83,940 $183,680
2017 $9,497 $280,390 $91,630 $188,760
2016 $9,421 $280,390 $91,630 $188,760
2015 $9,272 $280,390 $91,630 $188,760
2014 $9,340 $280,390 $91,630 $188,760
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170441936

SmartMLS

APN: NEWT-000042-000015-000010