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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,570 sqft
159 Old Colchester Rd, Salem, CT 06420
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.54 acresLot Size
1984Year Built
$151/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Peace and serenity thrive in the neighborhood of Gardner Lake, only .5 miles from the property. Vacation year round. Spring summer and fall, enjoy boating, fishing and bird watching, and ice skating during winter months. First floor encompasses three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, open floor. Lower level has 514 sq.ft. of finished living area. The property is privately located and set back from the road. This house is being sold "AS IS." Any inspections done by buyers will be for informational purposes...Peace and serenity thrive in the neighborhood of Gardner Lake, only .5 miles from the property. Vacation year round. Spring summer and fall, enjoy boating, fishing and bird watching, and ice skating during winter months. First floor encompasses three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, open floor. Lower level has 514 sq.ft. of finished living area. The property is privately located and set back from the road. This house is being sold "AS IS." Any inspections done by buyers will be for informational purposes only.
  • Listed by: Barbara M Doyen 860.662.0271 barbara.doyen@cbmoves.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 03/12/2021 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170336899

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Barbara M Doyen

Sold By eXp Realty, Christine Bellanceau

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Property Information for 159 Old Colchester Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,861 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Heated, Liveable Space
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Gardner Lake
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage, Unpaved, Paved
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Lot Size: 2.54 AC / 110,642 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Old Colchester Road to #159 - Rear Lot.
  • Elementary School: Salem
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: East Lyme
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.497982
  • Longitude: -72.23009
  • Middle Jr High School: Salem
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Lake
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $3,861
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Stone Wall
  • Pool Description: Above Ground Pool, Vinyl
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Access, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Room Count: 7
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 8.7
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Blue
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Asphalt, Gravel
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 2176
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 514
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1056
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Dry, Cleared, Secluded
  • Parcel Number: 1563188
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1056.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1570.0
  • Zoning: RU-A
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator Ready
  • Heat Fuel Type: Bottle Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 159 Old Colchester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 12, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1454567806

$237,000

+3.5% / yr

Jun 17, 1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92695298

$102,000
Jun 16, 1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92695296

$19,749
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/12/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1454567806

$237,000

+3.5% / yr

06/17/1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92695298

$102,000
06/16/1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92695296

$19,749

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 159 Old Colchester Road

Taxable ValueLand$44,200Additions$103,900Total$148,100
Tax Record2025$4,473 ($373 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,570 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt514 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,056 SqFtStories1Lot Size110,642 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1984Year Renovated1984ZoningRU-ACountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNSALM M:12 B:012 L:005

Schools near 159 Old Colchester Road

This home is within Salem School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Private - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Salem Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

St Thomas More School
Private8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 159 Old Colchester Road, Salem, CT 06420
$237,000
3
1,570
110,642
$270,000
3
1,548
121,968
$79,900
3
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86,684
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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Barbara M Doyen

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