Escape the hustle and bustle in the exceptional craftsmanship of this custom contemporary Cape sited on a private parcel in what Yankee Magazine calls “Connecticut’s Most Charming Small Town”. This beautiful home is just 7 minutes from I-84! An inviting covered porch leads to a grand foyer and open living area with custom millwork and hardwood floors. The first floor has the dining room opening to a cathedral living room that features a floor-to-ceiling gas stone fireplace. French doors lead to a four-season porch featuring a wet bar, wood stove and wall of sliders overlooking a stone patio and outdoor fireplace. The lovely study/office area is reached through an arched opening and includes built-in bookcases. The bright eat-in kitchen has upgraded appliances including a convection flat-top range and combination oven/microwave, and is serviced for easy conversion to gas appliances. A half bath and laundry room are nearby. The master suite features two generous walk-in closets, a sitting area with tray ceiling, and a spacious master bath. The second floor provides two bedrooms with ample closet space, full bath, a huge bonus room with two Murphy beds, and walk-up attic. Finally, there is a full basement and two-car attached garage. Enjoy one-level living with loads of room for guests! This lovely home, featuring 9-foot ceilings, is perfect for entertaining, and is just a short walk from fishing, hiking and kayaking at Janie Pierce Park. Seller is motivated.
Seller is motivated, and will entertain any offer! There are two huge attic/storage spaces, one adjoining an upstairs bedroom, the other accessed by stairs.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
1.28 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dawn Cabral• West View Properties, LLC
Listed by Ken Demirs• West View Properties, LLC
Bought with Ray Getman• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #170141673
Redfin Estimate
$792,300
$322K since sold in March 2019$0 since October
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This home's estimate is 7.5% higher than the average sale price ($737K) of 6 comparable homes.
Tucked away on over an acre, this custom Cape home offers privacy and quality craftsmanship. Inviting covered porch leads to a grand foyer and open floor plan featuring custom millwork and hardwood floors throughout. The first floor includes a lovely dining room open to cathedral living room featuring floor to ceiling gas stone fireplace. Double french doors leads to a 4 season porch offering wet bar, wood stove and wall of sliders overlooking new stone patio with outdoor fireplace. Gorgeous study/office with arched opening and built in bookcases. Light filled eat in kitchen with center island, gas cook top and wall oven. Master bedroom suite with two generous walk in closets, sitting area with trey ceiling and spacious master bath. Half bath and first floor laundry. The second floor provides two bedrooms with ample closet space, full bath, bonus room with two Murphy beds and walk up attic. Full basement and two car garage. Enjoy one level living with plenty of room for guests. A great house for entertaining! Janie Pierce Park is less than a 2 minute walk and a wonderful place to fish, kayak, and hike.
Smart MLS #W10079791
Sep 17, 2016
Listing Removed
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Sep 15, 2015
Listed
$499,900
$158/sq ft
Smart MLS #99125333
Dec 28, 2015
Listing Removed
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Nov 4, 2015
Listed
$549,000
$173/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2011
Sold
$490,000
$155/sq ft
Smart MLS #W1058361
Nov 11, 2010
Listing Removed
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Aug 13, 2010
Listed
$559,900
$177/sq ft
Smart MLS #W1061368
Aug 13, 2010
Listed
$539,900
$170/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,748 (−0.4%)
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2022
$9,785
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2021
$9,785
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2020
$9,785
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2019
$9,785 (+2.8%)
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2018
$9,520 (−2.1%)
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
2017
$9,728 (+3.3%)
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
2016
$9,416 (+2.3%)
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
2014
$9,201
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
Tax history for 438 Transylvania Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,748 (−0.4%)
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2022
$9,785
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2021
$9,785
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2020
$9,785
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2019
$9,785 (+2.8%)
$64,890 + $270,550
$335,440
2018
$9,520 (−2.1%)
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
2017
$9,728 (+3.3%)
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
2016
$9,416 (+2.3%)
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
2014
$9,201
$72,100 + $286,060
$358,160
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,521
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Litchfield County
APN
2440432
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System