This house has to be seen to be believed. Genuinely a hidden gem. Unassuming from the outside, but oh what a treat when you walk inside. A spacious living room with built-in shelves greets you. Make yourself comfortable on the oversized sofas in front of the fireplace. The dining room, with built in cabinets & glass doors, is also open concept to the kitchen. And what a kitchen it is! With custom cabinets, Thor 6 burner double stove, custom hood with copper trim, a smart refrigerator, lots of countertop space, a breakfast island made out of black walnut & resin river top, sigh, this kitchen is gorgeous. A mudroom, washer, dryer & full bathroom is just steps away. A large two car garage is right off the kitchen. And now, The Pool. You can host, or swim laps every day on your own, any time. This is all year long vacationing right in the convenience of your own home. And then, in case that's not enough relaxing for you, step outside to an outdoor kitchen, pergola and more, backyard entertaining at it's finest. This is what a vacation at home all year long looks like. Close to the Merritt Parkway, Boston Post Road Shopping & all that the wonderful Town of Orange has to offer, you don't want to miss out on buying this beautiful home.
Exceptional is the only word for this property...A one of a kind, custom home that must be seen to be appreciated. With a modernized floor plan, gourmet kitchen, & desirable location in the sought after town of Orange, this ranch style home caters to an entertaining lifestyle. Ideally located, set on a private .73 acres overlooking the yard, koi pond, outdoor kitchen/pergola, deck made from Cumaro tiles & more. You will pull up the driveway approaching your white fencing & 2 car attached garage. Plenty of space among approx. 4,000 sq ft with a flexible floor plan. Upon entering you will be captivated w/ the architectural details of the arched openings, built-in's, custom front door, molding/trim & more. The chef style kitchen features custom cabinetry, copper farm sink, THOR gas 6 burner stove with griddle, custom hood w/ copper trim, breakfast bar w/ black walnut wood & resin river top. Kitchen is open to the dining room with tre ceiling with built-in lighting & flows into the large living room w/fireplace. Gleaming inlaid hardwood floors throughout. The main level features the primary bedroom with built-in's, which lead to a hidden walk in closet, a full bathroom, a 2nd bedroom & your mud room w/laundry & another full bathroom. The finished walk out heated/cooled basement offers a new full bath, espresso wet bar (with floating shelves/color changing lights), ship lap walls, fireplace, and separate "bedroom"/office, guest space etc. back on market **buyer lost financing
All mechanicals, furnace, hot water, central air, duct work, along with plumbing (upgraded to pex and a manifold was added so each bath, hoses etc... can be individually turned on/off.) is all within 5 years old. The icing on the cake ... your indoor pool, which is salt water and heated. Outdoor kitchen was built 2023, all pool equipment including the 330k btu heater was purchased in 2020, and all new electrical and 200 Amp service (2019). The home also has generator connections (not automatic - A generator has to be plugged in & started). Electric dog fence for dogs with 3 collars. Short distance to award winning public schools, major conveniences, Routes 8, 34 & 15, as well as Grassy Hill Country Club! deck is Cumaro tiles (brazilian hardwood in the same family as Ipe). new septic system (2019) - 1,000 gallon tank, the fields are for a 2 bedroom. The pool house room is not heated or cooled. Entire house heat, stove, grill hot water, pool heater are all on propane. "smart home" consisting of wifi honeywell thermostat, cameras and ring doorbell all connected to the phone . Was just notified of buyer being denied mortgage (day of mortgage commitment ) --- please notify if your past offer is still available and please re submit !!! Multiple offers, highest and best is due Sunday at 5 PM
Smart MLS #170180972
Jun 24, 2019
Sold
$299,000
$171/sq ft
Jun 4, 2019
Listing Removed
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Apr 16, 2019
Contingent
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Apr 10, 2019
Listed
$299,000
$171/sq ft
A wonderful central Orange opportunity awaits the right buyer! Here's your chance to customize this sun-filled ranch style home to your standards! Attached two car garage steps into a mudroom with laundry and full bath and leads into the eat-in-kitchen. One step out the kitchen door brings you into an amazing indoor pool area! Large living room w/fireplace opens to spacious formal dining room with pretty built-ins! Two large bedrooms, a second full bath and an additional room for use as a 3rd bedroom/den/office complete the main level. The lower level boasts a large recreation room with fireplace, in addition to a room which can be another bedroom, and walks out to rear yard. Situated within a neighborhood that offers excellent price support! Short distance to award winning public schools, major conveniences, Routes 8, 34 & 15, as well as Grassy Hill Country Club! Home is being sold in as-is condition!
The indoor pool is not functioning. Home is in need of repairs and updating. Will not pass FHA financing. Two bedroom septic system.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,499 (−1.2%)
$129,900 + $102,200
$232,100
2022
$7,592 (−1.6%)
$129,900 + $102,200
$232,100
2021
$7,717 (+1.6%)
$129,900 + $102,200
$232,100
2020
$7,599 (+0.5%)
$129,900 + $102,200
$232,100
2019
$7,564 (+1.8%)
$129,900 + $102,200
$232,100
2018
$7,427 (−2.4%)
$129,900 + $102,200
$232,100
2017
$7,608 (+3.4%)
$122,400 + $106,200
$228,600
2016
$7,361 (+5.6%)
$122,400 + $106,200
$228,600
2014
$6,972
$122,400 + $106,200
$228,600
2011
$6,972
$122,400 + $106,200
$228,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.73 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,753
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,753
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1300943
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
55% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Orange, CT • 06477
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26
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Orange. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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