278 Old Black Point Road

Closed 12/30/20
Closed 12/30/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,000,000
6 beds6,046 sqft$331/sqft
278 Old Black Point Rd, East Lyme, CT 06357
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.44 acresLot Size
2014Year Built
$331/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Built in 2015 just steps from Long Island Sound, this 6000 sf house located in Old Black Point embodies all of the modern features one could need for these unprecedented times. Designed by architect John Allee and designer Hannah Childs, the house has been featured in various design publications. The light filled house includes six bedrooms in total, three full and two half baths, gourmet kitchen, timber-frame post-and-beam great room with dining and living areas, sun room, multiple terraces and...Built in 2015 just steps from Long Island Sound, this 6000 sf house located in Old Black Point embodies all of the modern features one could need for these unprecedented times. Designed by architect John Allee and designer Hannah Childs, the house has been featured in various design publications. The light filled house includes six bedrooms in total, three full and two half baths, gourmet kitchen, timber-frame post-and-beam great room with dining and living areas, sun room, multiple terraces and a second floor master bedroom deck overlooking the sound. First floor layout allows for future master suite. The guest house includes a play room with custom built trundle beds to sleep four, and a gym with a sauna. Connecting the house & guest house, a timber-frame screened pavilion provides space for outdoor living, with a dining table, lounge furniture & a ping-pong table for post dinner or rainy day entertainment. The manicured property is surrounded by stone walls, split rail fences & mature privet hedges. The just under one and a half acres consists of hydrangea, viburnum, boxwoods, linden trees, crabapples and Japanese cherry trees. Whole property Kohler generator, storage building, central air conditioning, invisible dog fence, pool, outdoor shower, fully remote audio, visual, climate control and security system. Close to farmer’s markets, museums, yoga, golf, marinas and equine facilities. Only two hours to NYC and Boston. Short drives to Mystic and Watch Hill. Owner/Agent
  • Listed by: James Childs 860.501.2110 jchilds@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 12/30/2020 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170327983

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 278 Old Black Point Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $28,295 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New London County
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Concrete Floor, Interior Access
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 0
  • Neighborhood: Old Black Point
  • Style: Modern, Other
  • Garage Parking Info: Other
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Lot Size: 1.44 AC / 62,726 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Black Point Road to Old Black Point Road
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.28692
  • Longitude: -72.207146
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $28,295
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Guest House, Lighting, Porch-Screened, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Association Optional, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Cook Top, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Home Automation: Built In Audio, Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Cable - Available, Humidifier, Open Floor Plan, Sauna, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Breezeway, Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sauna, Sitting Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Dry Bar,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Beams,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Double-Sink,Island,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Full Bath,Stall Shower,Vaulted Ceiling,Walk-In Closet,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Stall Shower,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Stall Shower,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Entertainment Center,Half Bath,Sliders,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Natural
  • Construction Description: Frame, Other
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Crushed Stone, Other
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 9668
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle, Metal
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 6046
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Fence - Privacy, Fence - Rail, Fence - Wood, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 1465317
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6046.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 6046.0
  • Zoning: R40
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: 100 Gallon Tank, Propane, Tankless Hotwater
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 278 Old Black Point Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 11, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #686952222

$2,000,000

+3.6% / yr

Sep 4, 2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #104885048

$1,050,000

+43.4% / yr

Jul 28, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92585533

$166,666

-28.5% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/11/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #686952222

$2,000,000

+3.6% / yr

09/04/2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #104885048

$1,050,000

+43.4% / yr

07/28/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92585533

$166,666

-28.5% / yr

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

Public Records for 278 Old Black Point Road

Taxable ValueLand$535,010Additions$828,870Total$1,363,880
Tax Record2025$38,202 ($3,184 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5Total Finished SqFt6,046 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,046 SqFtStories2Lot Size62,651 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2014Year Renovated2014ZoningR40CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNELYM M:002.4 B:00001 L:00000

Schools near 278 Old Black Point Road

This home is within East Lyme School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Lyme Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
East Lyme High School
Public - 9 to 12
Niantic Center School
Public - K to 4
Lillie B. Haynes School
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
East Lyme Middle School
Public5 to 8

East Lyme High School
Public9 to 12

Niantic Center School
PublicK to 4

Lillie B. Haynes School
PublicK to 4

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: 278 Old Black Point Road, East Lyme, CT 06357
$2,000,000
6
6,046
62,726
276 Old Black Point Road, East Lyme, CT 06357
$938,500
5
3,525
20,908
21 Hemingway Road, Niantic, CT 06357
–
–
–
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5,227
280 Old Black Point Road, Niantic, CT 06357
–
6
4.5
2,675
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