Lakefront living at its best in this amazing cottage on beautiful Andover Lake. Enjoy the serenity of a non-motorized lake while helping to keep it one of the more pristine clean lakes in CT. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding or just float leisurely around your own back yard area. The Hop River trail is only minutes away where you can enjoy biking and hiking and then come home and float around the lake. Sit on your deck and watch the eagles swoop down for a fresh fish treat. This sweet spot offers breathtaking water views the minute you open the front door. Step through to the great open space with an updated kitchen, cabinets will all the bells and whistles, a gas stove with double ovens. The dining room/living room area will take your breath away as you look at your view through the oversized updated slider and windows. You will love the cozy wood walls and ceiling complemented by the gleaming hardwood floors. The updated full bath with walk in shower is tucked away on this floor. The second floor contains two bedrooms and a half bath. And we are not done yet...the lower level is split in two rooms; a freshly painted walk out, with full size windows, leading you right to the landscaped back yard area and straight to the water. This room could serve as an additional bedroom, office, or possibly a TV/play room. Whatever you need. The other half is the mechanical room, with enough space to use as your workroom, and or great storage area.
Visit the Andover Lake website for all the details on joining the association and other fun facts on the community. The cottage is truly move-in ready. The owners just had the septic inspection performed and the report is available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$480Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ken Marcia• BHHS Realty Professionals
Listed by Kay Marcia• BHHS Realty Professionals
Bought with Jennifer Alix• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #24005906
Redfin Estimate
$519,793
$110K since sold in June 2024$1,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 84.5% higher than the average sale price ($282K) of 6 comparable homes.
Direct Waterfront access with breathtaking water views from every room! 50" water frontage on pristine Andover Lake! A truly charming, cape cod style home has open floor plan and is completely furnished for the new owner's convenience. First floor is open and has wood ceilings and walls, southern yellow pine flooring and over-sized windows. The home is seasonal but has a propane heater and fireplace with marble tile surround that will help to extend use through foliage season. Imagine the excitement of opening the lake-house for the season! Updated bathrooms, new roof, vinyl siding and Harvey windows. Two bedrooms on the 2nd floor with bathroom and built ins. Lower level has a finished walk out room with recessed lighting that could be used as a family room or 3rd bedroom. Potential laundry hookup in the lower level plus unfinished storage area. Gravel driveway recently remodeled with professional landscaping. Stone wall at lake was recently built and adds to the charm of the property. Andover lake is great for fishing, swimming, kayaking and has a beach. Well known as one of the cleanest lakes around and does not allow motors. This home is warm and inviting from the minute you step foot on the property not to mention a water lover's dream!
Public Records
Dec 11, 2000
Sold
$112,000
$104/sq ft
Smart MLS #G242627
Oct 5, 2000
Listed
$117,500
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 1997
Sold
$90,000
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,603 (−1.9%)
$154,560 + $88,410
$242,970
2022
$7,753 (+23.1%)
$154,560 + $88,410
$242,970
2021
$6,296 (+0.7%)
$109,600 + $65,300
$174,900
2020
$6,250 (+1.8%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2019
$6,141 (+3.1%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2018
$5,958 (+4.5%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2017
$5,704 (+39.6%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2016
$4,086 (−27.2%)
$115,100 + $17,900
$133,000
2014
$5,613 (−0.2%)
$115,100 + $67,600
$182,700
2011
$5,622
$115,100 + $67,600
$182,700
Tax history for 296 Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,603 (−1.9%)
$154,560 + $88,410
$242,970
2022
$7,753 (+23.1%)
$154,560 + $88,410
$242,970
2021
$6,296 (+0.7%)
$109,600 + $65,300
$174,900
2020
$6,250 (+1.8%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2019
$6,141 (+3.1%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2018
$5,958 (+4.5%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2017
$5,704 (+39.6%)
$109,600 + $65,900
$175,500
2016
$4,086 (−27.2%)
$115,100 + $17,900
$133,000
2014
$5,613 (−0.2%)
$115,100 + $67,600
$182,700
2011
$5,622
$115,100 + $67,600
$182,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.