Off market oct 2023 for $275K

$361,979

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,822/mo

•

1,256

sq ft

79 Sylvan Lake Rd, Oakville, CT 06779

About this home

Welcome to 79 Sylvan Lake Road in the Oakville neighborhood of Watertown, a 3 bedroom ranch style home with a Walk Up Attic. Located on 0.33 acre lot and the backyard is parklike, usable, and fenced. This home enjoy a brand new furnace and a newer updated hot water heater. Solar System costs only $112 monthly and covers all their power needs including window A/Cs all summer long. New asphalt driveway installed a few years ago. Basement is over 1,000 square feet with tall ceilings, just perfect for future finishing, bonus room / rec room / play room- whatever your heart desires. Toilet and sink already in place as well as Washer / Dryer hookup. This neighborhood enjoys City Water and City Sewer. Stone walls, garden areas, and a plethora of wonderful plantings and landscape. A short distance to all major commuting arteries, restaurants, shopping, schools, and anything else you can think of.

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$288Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Greg DeFazio • Showcase Realty, Inc.

Bought with Debbie Benjamin • Showcase Realty, Inc.

Source:Smart MLS #170592806

Redfin Estimate

$361,979

$87K since sold in October 2023$5,000 since September

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 21.1% higher than the average sale price ($299K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 30, 2026
$395,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,252 sq ft
464 French St, Oakville, CT 06779
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$255,000
B
3 beds1 bath912 sq ft
60 Heath St, Oakville, CT 06779
SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$320,000
C
3 beds1 bath960 sq ft
51 Turner Ave, Oakville, CT 06779
SOLD JUN 6, 2026
$300,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,092 sq ft
20 Garibaldi St, Oakville, CT 06779
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$263,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,080 sq ft
116 Bushnell Ave, Oakville, CT 06779
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$260,000
F
3 beds1 bath875 sq ft
144 Sunnyside Ave, Watertown, CT 06779

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$131,117

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$2,229/mo

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Market trends in 06779, CT

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

103.1%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$372K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

34d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

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$219,900
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COMING SOON
$299,999
3 beds1 bath1,080 sq ft
26 Shelter Hill Ave, Oakville, CT 06779
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$309,900
3 beds1 bath1,470 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$375,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,498 sq ft
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OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$369,000
3 beds2 baths1,582 sq ft
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OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM
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Sale history for 79 Sylvan Lake Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #170592806

Oct 29, 2023

Pending

—

Oct 27, 2023

Sold

$275,000

$219/sq ft

Sep 2, 2023

Contingent

—

Aug 22, 2023

Listed

$289,900

$231/sq ft

Smart MLS #170443216

Dec 6, 2021

Sold

$215,000

$171/sq ft

Nov 4, 2021

Contingent

—

Oct 14, 2021

Price Changed

$229,999

$183/sq ft

Oct 8, 2021

Listed

$239,999

$191/sq ft

Sellers are very motivated, all reasonable offers will be considered! Looking for a starter home or downsizing? Why pay rent? This lovely two bedroom one bath home is the perfect solution. Offering hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room and bedrooms. There is also potential for additional living space in the large, open basement and the dining room can easily be turned into a 3rd bedroom, if needed. The private, level fenced in backyard with a covered patio is the perfect place to escape. Plenty of time to close and decorate for the holidays!

Smart MLS #V988860

Mar 28, 2013

Sold

$110,000

$88/sq ft

Jan 17, 2013

Listed

$110,000

$88/sq ft

Smart MLS #W1060635

Feb 10, 2012

Listing Removed

—

Feb 12, 2011

Listed

$139,900

$111/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 5, 2007

Sold

$227,900

$181/sq ft

Smart MLS #W1038896

Mar 27, 2007

Listed

$234,900

$187/sq ft

Smart MLS #W1032384

Dec 31, 2006

Listing Removed

—

May 8, 2006

Listed

$239,900

$191/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,552 (+5.5%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2022

$4,315 (+1.1%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2021

$4,268 (+4.1%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2020

$4,099

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2019

$4,099 (+2.0%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2018

$4,017 (+5.4%)

$49,100 + $70,500

$119,600

2017

$3,813 (+3.2%)

$49,100 + $70,500

$119,600

2016

$3,694 (−0.6%)

$49,100 + $70,500

$119,600

2013

$3,716

$77,700 + $70,400

$148,100

Tax history for 79 Sylvan Lake Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$4,552 (+5.5%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2022

$4,315 (+1.1%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2021

$4,268 (+4.1%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2020

$4,099

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2019

$4,099 (+2.0%)

$44,700 + $78,800

$123,500

2018

$4,017 (+5.4%)

$49,100 + $70,500

$119,600

2017

$3,813 (+3.2%)

$49,100 + $70,500

$119,600

2016

$3,694 (−0.6%)

$49,100 + $70,500

$119,600

2013

$3,716

$77,700 + $70,400

$148,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.33 Acres

Year renovated

1997

Sq. Ft.

1,256

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Litchfield County

APN

912233

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 26, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 1

Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 3

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: Laundry hookup in basement
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: Lower Level
Cooling System: Whole House Fan
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Room Count: 6
Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Aluminum
Exterior Features: Awnings, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio

Lot Information
Lot Description: City Views, Level Lot, Sloping Lot

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: White

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1256
Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $123,500

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: Electric
Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Active Solar, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Swift
Intermediate School: Polk
High School: Watertown
Elementary School: John Trumbull

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
Directions: Buckingham Street to Sylvan Lake Road
County: Litchfield

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,256
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Litchfield County
APN: 912233

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 26, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 4

Around this home

Schools

Polk School

Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

5/10

Swift Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

5/10

Watertown High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Oakville, CT • 06779

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$344,000 – $417,000

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Home values near 79 Sylvan Lake Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Sylvan Lake Road, Oakville, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1716 Sq. Ft.	$380,857
86 Sylvan Lake Road, Oakville, CT 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$311,847

Address	Redfin Estimate
54 Sylvan Lake Road, Oakville, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$375,721
100 Sylvan Lake Road, Oakville, CT 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$357,125

Address	Redfin Estimate
94 Sylvan Lake Road, Oakville, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1248 Sq. Ft.	$354,282
89 Sylvan Lake Road, Oakville, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2038 Sq. Ft.	$375,900

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