NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,298,000 - $1,417,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
5,680 Sq Ft
$240/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 15, 2024

Last sale price $1,300,000 $229 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,384/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan
  • Nayaug Elementary School Rated A
  • 11.72 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2024

96 Bittersweet: is truly art you can live in. Meticulously crafted home featuring exquisite custom moldings. Escape to your own private retreat on 12 sprawling acres, surrounded by the tranquility of an 80-acre preserve. Masterfully rebuilt "Hamptons-inspired" estate exudes quality beyond compare, from the grand entrance to its breathtaking views. Elaborate moldings grace the ceilings/walls, adding depth & character to every room. Warm cherry floors flow seamlessly throughout, creating a sense of timeless elegance that transcends every style. Spectacular living room warmed by a crackling fireplace and illuminated by natural light from expansive wall of windows. Adjoining formal dining room, adorned with Gracie hand-painted wallpaper, is perfect for entertaining! Timeless English Country kitchen, featuring top-of-the-line appliances & an inviting breakfast nook with a picture-perfect view. New marble top island blends function & style. Huge butler's pantry provides ample storage/prep space & laundry area. Private primary wing, boasting a spa-like bathroom, 2nd floor office, library, & walk-in closet. Additional bedrooms & a guest suite ensure comfortable accommodations for family & friends. Relax by the sparkling gunite pool or unwind in the cozy family room or the unique bourbon room. Finished lower level offers a recreation room, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, and a convenient full bathroom. Seller owned solar panels ensure energy efficiency. **CLICK LINK TO SEE MORE*

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Edelwich

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0757389 Listed on: 03/31/2024

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Pan

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0818365

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,752

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 11.72 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned RR

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Unfinished Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Partially Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Heating system powered by solar not connected to the grid
  • Heating system powered by active solar

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Nayaug Elementary School
  • Smith Middle School
  • Gideon Welles Middle School
  • Glastonbury High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 565118

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,752

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4880
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 5680
  • Year Built: 1987
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Public Rec Facilities
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Venture outdoors to your year-round playground. Hike or snowshoe through the serene preserve, or simply soak up the sun by the oversized gunite in-ground pool. The oversized 3-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and hobbies. Enjoy the maintenance free decking and custom stone walls and walk ways. This home has a huge side yard hidden from view of the cul-de-sac with play area. This exceptional property offers a lifestyle beyond compare. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of paradise. The house has 3 zones. 1 zone controls 1st floor and lower level, the 2nd zone controls 2nd floor bedrooms and 3rd zone is just for primary wing. NEW SINCE PURCHASE: New Kitchen Island w/ marble top. New interior paint throughout, including significant overhaul of living room and ceiling, and finished basement, New lighting fixtures in dining room, Upgraded faucets in basement bathroom and first floor bathroom, New duct and bathroom fan in first floor bathroom, New custom stair runner in the main formal stairwell. Irrigation serviced and repairs made, Pool completely evaluated and components replaced that had wear and tear, Extensive overgrown landscaping cleared up along the front of the house and near the pool, Wireless remote added to propane tank so current level can be monitored with an app. Propane tanks are both owned.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: Hopewell to Bittersweet go to end of cul de sac
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 4880
  • Street Type: Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Storage, Cooled, Partially Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 96

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Underground Utilities, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 3
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane, Solar
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Propane, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Nayaug
  • Middle School: Smith
  • High School: Glastonbury
  • Intermediate School: Gideon Welles

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Active Solar, Generator Ready, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 11.72
  • Lot Description: In Subdivision On Cul-De-Sac
  • Zoning: RR
  • Parcel #: 565118

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 24752
  • Total Assessed Value: 798200
  • Mil Rate Total: 31.01

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Nayaug
  • Middle Jr High School: Smith
  • High School: Glastonbury

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2024
Closed on
Jun 17, 2024
Sold by
Siemen Benjamin and Siemen Bethany
Bought by
Algiere Ft and Algiere
Seller's Agent
Linda Edelwich
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joe Pan
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,299,900
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.008%
Views
109
Current Estimated Value
$1,363,509

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$63,509
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.25%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2023
Closed on
May 18, 2023
Sold by
Saunders Petrena
Bought by
Siemen Benjamin and Siemen Bethany
Seller's Agent
Wendy Anderson
William Pitt Sotheby's Internatiomal Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rose Ciardiello
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,255,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.4%
Views
389

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.32%
Original Mortgage
$725,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2022
Closed on
May 31, 2022
Sold by
Depasquale Ashley N and Depasquale Chad E
Bought by
Saunders Petrena
Seller's Agent
Wendy Anderson
William Pitt Sotheby's Internatiomal Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sherri Schwartz
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$998,750
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2017
Closed on
Oct 3, 2017
Sold by
Barnett Toshia E
Bought by
Depasquale Chad E and Depasquale Ashley N
Seller's Agent
Harry Finer
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Wendy Anderson
William Pitt Sotheby's Internatiomal Realty
List Price
$879,900
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-9.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2017
Sold by
Barnett Toshia E
Bought by
Barnett Toshia E
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
Algiere Ft $1,300,000 None Available
Algiere Ft $1,300,000 None Available
Siemen Benjamin $1,255,000 None Available
Siemen Benjamin $1,255,000 None Available
Saunders Petrena $1,200,000 None Available
Saunders Petrena $1,200,000 None Available
Depasquale Chad E $800,000 --
Barnett Toshia E -- --
Depasquale Chad E $800,000 --
Barnett Toshia E -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Siemen Benjamin $725,000
Previous Owner Saunders Petrena $998,750
Previous Owner Depasquale Chad $70,000
Previous Owner Barnett Peter R $230,000
Previous Owner Barnett Peter R $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2024 06/15/24 Sold $1,300,000 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
04/11/2024 04/11/24 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2024 04/04/24 For Sale $1,299,900 +3.6% $229 / Sq Ft
05/18/2023 05/18/23 Sold $1,255,000 +0.4% $221 / Sq Ft
04/15/2023 04/15/23 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2023 03/03/23 For Sale $1,250,000 +4.2% $220 / Sq Ft
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Sold $1,200,000 -4.0% $211 / Sq Ft
04/11/2022 04/11/22 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2022 04/06/22 For Sale $1,250,000 +56.3% $220 / Sq Ft
09/29/2017 09/29/17 Sold $800,000 -9.1% $164 / Sq Ft
07/20/2017 07/20/17 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2017 06/05/17 For Sale $879,900 -- $180 / 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 $26,205 $798,200 $209,100 $589,100
2024 $25,487 $798,200 $209,100 $589,100
2023 $24,752 $798,200 $209,100 $589,100
2022 $20,183 $541,100 $147,200 $393,900
2021 $20,194 $541,100 $147,200 $393,900
2020 $19,967 $541,100 $147,200 $393,900
2019 $19,674 $541,100 $147,200 $393,900
2018 $19,480 $541,100 $147,200 $393,900
2017 $19,395 $517,900 $134,300 $383,600
2016 $18,852 $517,900 $134,300 $383,600
2015 $18,696 $517,900 $134,300 $383,600
2014 $18,463 $517,900 $134,300 $383,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24006774

SmartMLS

APN: GLAS-000012F-000450-S000010