NOT LISTED FOR SALE

91 Fern Ave Litchfield, CT 06759

Estimated Value: $519,000 - $696,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,954 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 13, 2023

Last sale price $490,000 $166 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,879/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • Center School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of October 2023

91 Fern Ave ... offering a great country location, just a short drive to historic downtown Litchfield in a low-traffic neighborhood one mile from Litchfield Green! Upon entering you will find a flat, level, private yard with 2.3 acres, an attached 2 car garage with high ceilings and a charming, farm house style covered front porch with columns. Once inside you will find the main level with a generously sized formal living room which flows into the dining room with built in's. Head into the large kitchen which offers eat in space and plenty of cabinetry! This space is open to the secondary living/family room with half bathroom and laundry room close by. Off this space is a fabulous bonus room/ enclosed porch with vaulted ceilings, skylights and wood stove. Head upstairs and you will find the primary suite, offering a full bathroom, remodeled with a walk in shower, separate tub and vanity. To finish off the 2nd floor, there are 4 guest bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, which share a full bath. The basement offers plenty of storage! New hot water heater, new roof and more! The icing on the cake ... a fantastic two-story barn w/ electric which offers so many versatile uses. Bantam Lake provides plenty of summer fun during the warmer weather & Mohawk Mountain Ski Area is only minutes away for winter sports. 2 hours to NYC & 30 min. to Metro North trains. Walk to White Memorial's West Chestnut trail head. Being sold as is & priced accordingly! ** multiple offers **

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Freedman

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0792452 Listed on: 08/25/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

J.K. Macnaughton

MacNaughton Real Estate License #REB.0421934

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,565

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned RR

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,954 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Thermal Windows
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Center Elementary School
  • Litchfield High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,565

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2954
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2634
  • Total Sq Ft: 2954
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Public Transportation
  • Remarks Public Addendum: The home could use an interior painting but please note this has been taken into consideration with the price. ** multiple offers **
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4789
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 08/28/2023
  • Directions: Rt. 202 Or 118 to fern ave. House is #91
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Walk-out, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 91

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Porch-Enclosed
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Private

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Center
  • High School: Litchfield

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.3000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Zoning: RR

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 5565
  • Total Assessed Value: 208430
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.700
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.700
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 818172

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Center
  • High School: Litchfield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2023
Closed on
Oct 13, 2023
Sold by
Munroe Benhope
Bought by
Thomas Christopher and Thomas Samantha
Seller's Agent
Lauren Freedman
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
J.K. Macnaughton
MacNaughton Real Estate
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-6.67%
Views
127
Current Estimated Value
$610,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$120,738
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.15%
Original Mortgage
$342,750
Outstanding Balance
$336,395
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$230,961

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2019
Sold by
Clarke Ezard C and Clarke Daphne
Bought by
Munroe Benhope and Clarke Ezard C

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2015
Closed on
Aug 22, 2016
Sold by
Bradley Marjorieann
Bought by
Clarke Ezard C and Clarke Daphne
Seller's Agent
Nate ZIMMERMAN
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Non-member Litchfield
Non Member Office
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-10.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.66%
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Thomas Christopher $490,000 None Available
Munroe Benhope -- --
Clarke Ezard C $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thomas Christopher $110,000
Closed Thomas Christopher P $60,000
Open Thomas Christopher $342,750
Previous Owner Munroe Benhope $8,671
Previous Owner Clarke Ezard C $170,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/13/2023 10/13/23 Sold $490,000 -2.0% $166 / Sq Ft
09/09/2023 09/09/23 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2023 09/07/23 Price Changed $500,000 -4.8% $169 / Sq Ft
08/25/2023 08/25/23 For Sale $525,000 0.0% $178 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Rented $3,800 -1.3% --
05/23/2023 05/23/23 Under Contract -- -- --
04/17/2023 04/17/23 Price Changed $3,850 -1.3% $1 / Sq Ft
03/20/2023 03/20/23 Price Changed $3,900 -2.5% $1 / Sq Ft
11/07/2022 11/07/22 Price Changed $4,000 -7.0% $2 / Sq Ft
10/29/2022 10/29/22 Price Changed $4,300 -2.3% $2 / Sq Ft
08/07/2022 08/07/22 Price Changed $4,400 -2.2% $2 / Sq Ft
06/06/2022 06/06/22 For Rent $4,500 0.0% --
08/23/2016 08/23/16 Sold $210,000 -10.6% $80 / Sq Ft
08/11/2016 08/11/16 Price Changed $235,000 0.0% $89 / Sq Ft
08/11/2016 08/11/16 For Sale $235,000 -13.0% $89 / Sq Ft
04/28/2016 04/28/16 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2015 09/05/15 For Sale $270,000 -- $103 / 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 $6,617 $330,870 $97,950 $232,920
2024 $6,121 $330,870 $97,950 $232,920
2023 $5,565 $208,430 $76,490 $131,940
2022 $5,586 $208,430 $76,490 $131,940
2021 $5,748 $208,250 $76,490 $131,760
2020 $5,769 $208,250 $76,490 $131,760
2019 $5,873 $208,250 $76,490 $131,760
2018 $7,173 $258,960 $103,210 $155,750
2017 $7,044 $255,220 $103,210 $152,010
2016 $6,814 $255,220 $103,210 $152,010
2015 -- $255,220 $103,210 $152,010
2014 $6,432 $255,220 $103,210 $152,010
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170592100

SmartMLS

APN: LITC-000107-000037-000055