278 Forest Ridge Road

Closed 3/15/19
Closed 3/15/19
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$260,000
6 beds3,886 sqft
278 Forest Ridge Rd, Waterbury, CT 06708
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.42 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$67/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

You can't ask for more in this 3800+ sq ft Contemporary/Ranch style home w/ 1 Bedroom In-Law unit w/separate entrance in Bunker Hill! 1 Level Living at its best! H/W Flooring throughout main floor except the 2 1/2 baths. An open Living/Dining Room Combo with double sided wood burning fireplace & plenty of natural light from the wall of windows is the focal point as you enter from the foyer or the 2 car garage. There's a private Master Suite complete w/over-sized lavish Master Bath w/stand up shower...You can't ask for more in this 3800+ sq ft Contemporary/Ranch style home w/ 1 Bedroom In-Law unit w/separate entrance in Bunker Hill! 1 Level Living at its best! H/W Flooring throughout main floor except the 2 1/2 baths. An open Living/Dining Room Combo with double sided wood burning fireplace & plenty of natural light from the wall of windows is the focal point as you enter from the foyer or the 2 car garage. There's a private Master Suite complete w/over-sized lavish Master Bath w/stand up shower & separate jetted tub, dual sinks & huge linen closet. If that wasn't enough, there are 4 more Bedrooms to choose from, make one an office/den/library or study with built-ins already there! The kitchen boasts custom built-in cabinetry, granite counter tops & SS appliances. Off the Kitchen is a Family Room and large powder room/laundry room. All this plus 3 zoned C/Air & Heat, C/Vac, whole house intercom, sliders from both the kitchen & family room to the deck. Great home for entertaining! Huge full basement w/lifetime waterproof warranty. Recently installed solar panels on the 50 Yr Architectural Roof (3 yrs young) reduce heating/cooling costs immensely along w/programmable thermostats in main house. Bonus, 1 Bedroom In-Law unit w/separate entrance, all utilities included (except landline phone), laminate flooring, fridge, stove & laundry room inside the unit. Don't miss out on this beauty! Terrific commuter location near Rt 8!
Listing closed: 03/15/2019 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170158399

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Median sold price

$296,500

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 278 Forest Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,762 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New Haven County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Apartment, Storage
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Bunker Hill
  • Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Bunker Hill Ave to Forest Ridge
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.566254
  • Longitude: -73.08299
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $10,762
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Solar, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Central Vacuum, Intercom
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: laundry rooms in main house & in law apt
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 12
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,L-Shaped
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 10.23
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.31
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.23
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.39
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Half Bath,Laundry Hookup,Pantry
  • Room Length: 12.27
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 6.89
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm,Dining Area,Sliders
  • Room Length: 10.81
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.74
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Galley,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.49
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 7.89
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 18.45
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.19
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 15.36
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 17.94
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Full Bath,Stall Shower,Tile Floor,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Length: 14.53
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 15.31
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.24
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.14
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.24
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.72
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Tan
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exclusions: washer & dryer in main house. dryer will be replaced with dryer in basement
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1050
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2836
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: City Views, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Treed, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 1374644
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2836.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3886.0
  • Zoning: RS-12
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas, Solar
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 278 Forest Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 21, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #642397529

$260,000—
Mar 21, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1312387981

$260,000

+0.9% / yr

Aug 20, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #433646221

$250,000

+9.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/21/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #642397529

$260,000
03/21/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1312387981

$260,000

+0.9% / yr

08/20/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #433646221

$250,000

+9.8% / yr

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

Public Records for 278 Forest Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$24,500Additions$271,810Total$296,310
Tax Record2024$13,328 ($1,111 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,836 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,836 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,786 SqFtStories1Lot Size18,295 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968Year Renovated1988ZoningRS-12CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEYAPNWBRY M:0191 B:0696 L:0013

Schools near 278 Forest Ridge Road

This home is within Waterbury School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carrington School
Public - PK to 8
Wilby High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carrington Esc
Public - K to 5
Bunker Hill Bdlc
Public - 1 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Carrington School
PublicPK to 8

Wilby High School
Public9 to 12

Carrington Esc
PublicK to 5

Bunker Hill Bdlc
Public1 to 5

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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$260,000
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3,886
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