Calling all city dwellers, inland residents & beach lovers. Are you looking for a seaside cottage to escape to? A place where all your stress melts away. Salty air breezes will beckon you to the sandy shores of Jennings Beach, literally steps away. This is therapy you can’t monetize. Incredible sunrises/sunsets. Launch a kayak & explore the CT coastline, read a book on a cloudy day, swim some early morning laps in tranquil waters, walk the beach at low tide all the way to the lighthouse. This home gives you “Breathing Room”, offering a rare, oversized .22 acre lot. Young families will enjoy the backyard space, fully fenced. This unique home welcomes you w/a full screened porch, perfect for morning coffee. French sliders lead to an open concept Great Room w/vaulted ceiling, bricked hearth FP & dining area. A newly renovated kitchen features SS range, farm sink, silestone countertops, tiled backsplash & a charming, bricked FP. MBR has newer MBA w/ walk-in double shower, stand alone tub. MBR includes ample closet space & opens to a private, screened porch. A 2nd BR and hall bath complete this floor. New split system heat/AC. Radiant floor heating. Semi-fin Lower level, perfect for playroom or office, plus large storage area. Outdoor shower is a luxury upon return from the beach! We rarely see this type of location & lot size at the beach. This will not last. Walking distance to town, train, shops, restaurants, all three levels of schools.
When visiting, please save some time to walk to the Marina/Beach/Open Space and/or Playground(s) to really get a feel for the entire neighborhood. Listing agent a S Benson RD resident for 23 years, happy to provide a walking tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$861Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Anthony Capalbo• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Denise Napoleone• William Raveis Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #170379896
Redfin Estimate
$1,138,639
$442K since sold in July 2021$8,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 19.7% higher than the average sale price ($951K) of 6 comparable homes.
Great Beach Location! First time on the market in almost 20 years! This spa-like beach retreat is a block from Jennings beach, park and marina as well as close to town, train and shopping. This not a drive by! Lovingly designed and cared for with an enormous front screened porch spanning the entire front of the home. Step inside any one of the sliding doors and WOW - a gorgeous GREAT ROOM with high, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, sitting area, dining area and step down to the kitchen. The custom built MBR Suite can't be missed with vaulted ceiling, wall of closets, and a private screened deck. The over-sized .22 acres is beautiful with fire pit, pergola and lush lawn/landscaping. The fin LL offers an entertainment area, office, storage.
Location, Location...this spa-like, beach retreat is a block from Jennings Beach, sandcastle park and the marina and close to town, train and shopping as well. This is a must see home - lovingly designed and cared for with an enormous sunroom spanning the entire front of the home. Step inside any one of the sliding doors and WOW - an equally generously sized family room with high, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, sitting area, dining area and step down to the kitchen. The kitchen is ready for your custom touches while offering a fireplace (YES - fireplace), dining area, sliders to a rear patio for easy grilling, enjoy the firepit and access to the finished lower level. Stretching from the front to the rear of the house, the kitchen offers terrific light, cross breezes and a view of both the front yard and rear yard. The master bedroom is custom designed with a wall of built-in cabinetry/closets, its own private master bath with walk in shower and tub and SURPRISE - its own private screened in porch. The secondary bedroom also offers a built-in wardrobe with access across the hall to a full bath with high ceilings and claw foot tub. The lower level is carpeted and finished with a large entertainment room (currently used a playroom) and the other half is finished with office space, laundry and storage. The property is beautifully landscaped with years of constant care and additions of fencing, arbor, specimen trees, planting beds, lush grass and gardens. Walk across the street to Baldwin Terrace - and you are at the entrance to Jennings beach and park. Walk a little ways further down South Benson and you are at the Marina. First time on the market in almost 20 years!
Smart MLS #99137130
Jun 28, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 11, 2016
Listed
$650,000
$492/sq ft
Smart MLS #99100220
Oct 28, 2015
Listing Removed
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May 28, 2015
Listed
$699,000
$529/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 19, 1987
Sold
$180,000
$136/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,156 (+1.0%)
$318,360 + $87,150
$405,510
2022
$11,046 (+1.0%)
$318,360 + $87,150
$405,510
2021
$10,941 (+0.5%)
$318,360 + $87,150
$405,510
2020
$10,890
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2019
$10,890 (+1.6%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2018
$10,715 (+2.1%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2017
$10,496 (+1.5%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2016
$10,345 (+33.7%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2014
$7,736
$279,300 + $37,730
$317,030
Tax history for 613 S Benson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,156 (+1.0%)
$318,360 + $87,150
$405,510
2022
$11,046 (+1.0%)
$318,360 + $87,150
$405,510
2021
$10,941 (+0.5%)
$318,360 + $87,150
$405,510
2020
$10,890
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2019
$10,890 (+1.6%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2018
$10,715 (+2.1%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2017
$10,496 (+1.5%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2016
$10,345 (+33.7%)
$318,570 + $87,920
$406,490
2014
$7,736
$279,300 + $37,730
$317,030
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,322
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
127871
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Paved, Off Street Parking
Garages Number: 5
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: Lower Level
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Split System
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer