253 Transylvania Road

Closed 2/25/21
Closed 2/25/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$657,000
3 beds4,874 sqft$135/sqft
253 Transylvania Rd, Woodbury, CT 06798
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.38 acresLot Size
1985Year Built
$135/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Pristine lakefront cape sited on 1.4± private acres w/ water views. The home is fully updated w/open floor plan designed to optimize live-work-play lifestyles. Main fl features eat-in kitchen w/ exposed beams, and adjoining sunroom serves as informal dining area encased in walls of windows that lend south views of lake & extend to dining rm w/ a fireplace as focal point. The fireplace also elevates the ambiance of the adjacent living rm, where natural light cascades w/o interruption. Off the living...Pristine lakefront cape sited on 1.4± private acres w/ water views. The home is fully updated w/open floor plan designed to optimize live-work-play lifestyles. Main fl features eat-in kitchen w/ exposed beams, and adjoining sunroom serves as informal dining area encased in walls of windows that lend south views of lake & extend to dining rm w/ a fireplace as focal point. The fireplace also elevates the ambiance of the adjacent living rm, where natural light cascades w/o interruption. Off the living rm is the exquisite 1st-fl owner suite w/ updated bath -- an indulgent respite w/ an alcove sitting rm & 2nd wood-burning FP. There’s also direct access to outdoor deck & screened gazebo for morning coffee while taking in the water view. A flex (4th) guest BR doubles as an office/meditation rm w/ an adjacent full bath. A large bonus rm completes 1st fl that can serve as home theater, fitness rm, playrm, artist’s studio, etc. Two guest bedrms & a third full renovated bath comprise upper level. Part finished lower lvl has infrared sauna & 2-car garage access. Exterior highlights incl. mature trees & perennial gardens & expanse of flat lawn (with room for pool) that slopes to lake for swimming/fishing direct from the property. Decking off kitchen for summer grilling & add’l off master gives for access to gazebo. The lake wraps 2 sides of the land. A perfect full-time residence or enviable vacation home — only 90 mins from NYC. Available fully furnished at additional cost.
  • Listed by: Mark Madonna 860.800.3344 mmadonna@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
  • Listed by: Jeffrey Phillips 917.284.8276 jrphillips@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 02/25/2021 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170369392

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$629,000

Avg days on market

50

Sale-to-list ratio

92.2%

Woodbury, CT

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Property Information for 253 Transylvania Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,723 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Litchfield County
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Partially Finished, Heated
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Cape Cod, Modern
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Lot Size: 1.38 AC / 60,112 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Good Hill to Transylvania just past the stop sign on left
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.524494
  • Longitude: -73.230123
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s)
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $8,723
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gazebo, Gutters, Porch, Porch-Screened
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan, Sauna
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Optional upper floor laundry hookup
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Mud Room, Sauna
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Beams,Breakfast Bar,Built-Ins,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Other
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Book Shelves
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Burgundy
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone, Gravel
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1860
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3014
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 933896
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3014.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4874.0
  • Zoning: OS60
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert, Generator Ready, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil, Wood
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 253 Transylvania Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1453150574

$657,000

+10.1% / yr

Oct 17, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1269192572

$432,000—
Oct 13, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #581716546

$432,000

-0.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1453150574

$657,000

+10.1% / yr

10/17/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1269192572

$432,000
10/13/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #581716546

$432,000

-0.3% / yr

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

Public Records for 253 Transylvania Road

Taxable ValueLand$66,150Additions$342,090Total$408,240
Tax Record2025$9,643 ($804 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,014 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,014 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,360 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,113 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985Year Renovated2001ZoningOS60CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEYAPNWOOD M:48 B:007A L:1

Schools near 253 Transylvania Road

This home is within Regional School District 14.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bethlehem Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Mitchell Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Woodbury Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Nonnewaug High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bethlehem Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mitchell Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Woodbury Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nonnewaug High School
Public9 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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This home: 253 Transylvania Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
$657,000
3
4,874
60,112
250 Transylvania Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
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1
1
900
449,975
240 Transylvania Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
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284 Transylvania Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
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2.5
2,832
76,230
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288 Transylvania Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
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