This inviting center hall colonial is sited in a desirable neighborhood four miles from town, and across the street from the Neck River walking trails in Cockaponsett State Forest. The house boasts hardwood floors up and down, a cathedral ceiling in the family room with sliders to the deck and then to the large screened porch also has a beautiful wood burning fireplace. The kitchen has been remodeled with light colored wood cabinets and has a breakfast bar as well as a lovely sunny breakfast nook with 3 sides of windows and additionally, sky lights - so inviting! A separate laundry room has a door to the rear deck. Extra wide entry hall is a plus! All the bathrooms have been recently refurbished with tile floors and tub surrounds - really nice! The master bedroom is spacious and has two double closets, three other bedrooms also have hardwood flooring. The basement has a finished area: perfect for exercise or play. Come enjoy this charming neighborhood which features great proximity to Madison town center, the renowned beaches - and close to Guilford and commutation connections.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
1.31 acresLot Size
$326Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bonnie McManamy• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Kathy Mitchell• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #N10144927
Redfin Estimate
$683,199
$341K since sold in March 2017$3,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 10.9% lower than the average sale price ($766K) of 6 comparable homes.
Light and bright colonial located in enclave of 7 homes. Freshly painted interior. Spacious room sizes include family room w/fplc & vaulted ceilings. Airy screened porch & deck overlook level back yard. Special financing package avail., Call for details.
Smart MLS #M9131763
Aug 3, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 2011
Listed
$378,000
$180/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 5, 2004
Sold
$430,000
$205/sq ft
Smart MLS #M9081078
Apr 17, 2004
Listed
$449,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 18, 1995
Sold
$249,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,870 (+1.9%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2022
$7,723 (+1.9%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2021
$7,576 (+1.8%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2020
$7,445
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2019
$7,445 (+2.7%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2018
$7,251 (+2.7%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2017
$7,060 (+3.1%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2016
$6,850 (+5.2%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2014
$6,509 (−19.4%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2010
$8,074
$181,000 + $215,000
$396,000
Tax history for 194 Opening Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,870 (+1.9%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2022
$7,723 (+1.9%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2021
$7,576 (+1.8%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2020
$7,445
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2019
$7,445 (+2.7%)
$89,700 + $172,900
$262,600
2018
$7,251 (+2.7%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2017
$7,060 (+3.1%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2016
$6,850 (+5.2%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2014
$6,509 (−19.4%)
$87,400 + $171,200
$258,600
2010
$8,074
$181,000 + $215,000
$396,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,098
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1158360
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: First Floor
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Wall Unit
Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Room Count: 8
Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Unfinished
Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot
Building Information
Color: light yell
Property Information
Radon Mitigation Air
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Driveway Type: Asphalt
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $258,600
Rental Information
Lease Purchase YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Electric
Heat Type: Baseboard
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Energy Features: Storm Doors, Storm Windows
Electric Amperage: 200
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal
School Information
Middle Jr High School: PBOE
Intermediate School: Dr. Robert H. Brown
High School: Daniel Hand
Elementary School: J. Milton
Location Information
Subdivision: Canterbury
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities
Directions: Green Hill Road north on Nortontown, take right fork to Opening Hill Road, 1 mile to 'Canterbury - 194 Opening Hill Road', 2nd house on the left.
County: New Haven
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,098
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1158360
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
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Schools
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Daniel Hand High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 93° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
69% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$650,000 – $786,000
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