Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,025 sqft$170/sqft
285 Turnpike Rd, Ashford, CT 06278
Single FamilyProperty Type
12.46 acresLot Size
2009Year Built
$170/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled on 12 acres of secluded property sits this custom-built dream home and barn! Overlooking the beautiful natural surroundings is this thoughtfully designed high end home with an open and airy feel and the ease of one floor living. The soaring ceiling in the living room creates a dramatic feel for the home’s centerpiece. The well appointed kitchen with quartz countertops opens onto the beautiful patio space which is a wonderful place to watch nature’s inhabitants over morning coffee or evening...Nestled on 12 acres of secluded property sits this custom-built dream home and barn! Overlooking the beautiful natural surroundings is this thoughtfully designed high end home with an open and airy feel and the ease of one floor living. The soaring ceiling in the living room creates a dramatic feel for the home’s centerpiece. The well appointed kitchen with quartz countertops opens onto the beautiful patio space which is a wonderful place to watch nature’s inhabitants over morning coffee or evening wine. One side of the home features the master suite and the other houses two bedrooms and a full bath. A bonus room above the garage is the perfect home office, a spacious and quiet work environment! The walk out lower level is fully finished with a full bath as well. Just outside the door is a kennel and a fabulous outdoor shower! The home also features engineered hardwood floors, radiant heating, central vac, a generator switch and central air. Down the driveway is a barn like no other! This fully insulated building has an oversized garage door, heat, water, electricity, high ceilings and even a walk-in cooler! The sellers has engineered plans for a 2 acre building lot that can be split from the front of the property if you want to split the lot as well! Don’t miss your dream estate!

Listing Agent

  1. Brooke Gelhaus

    Brooke Gelhaus

    Listing Agent

    Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

    P: (919) 307-7590

    M: (860) 336-9408

Listing closed: 10/19/2020 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170328325

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$491,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

103.4%

Ashford, CT

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., Brooke Gelhaus

Sold By P&H Property Consulting, Inc., Joshua D Somers

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30 year fixed, 6.71% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,661

Property Taxes

$823

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Property Information for 285 Turnpike Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $9,877 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Liveable Space, Storage
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 08-21-2020
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Ranch
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 08-21-2020
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Lot Size: 12.46 AC / 542,757 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS Friendly - No sign
  • Elementary School: Ashford
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.91572
  • Longitude: -72.19886
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $9,877
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Kennel, Patio, Porch
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiant
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 19.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.7
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 15.11
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 10.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.7
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 38.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 33.1
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 5523
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1000
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2025
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Secluded, Treed
  • Parcel Number: 2523247
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2025.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3025.0
  • Zoning: RA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator Ready, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, Tankless Hotwater
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Unknown
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 285 Turnpike Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 14, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #681733967

$515,000

+10.3% / yr

Dec 13, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #190511042

$120,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/14/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #681733967

$515,000

+10.3% / yr

12/13/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #190511042

$120,000

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

Public Records for 285 Turnpike Road

Taxable ValueLand$63,490Additions$281,960Total$345,450
Tax Record2025$12,567 ($1,047 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,048 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,048 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt741 SqFtStories1Lot Size542,758 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2009Year Renovated2009ZoningRACountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNAFRD M:11 B:C L:3.6

Schools near 285 Turnpike Road

This home is within Regional School District 19.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Ashford School
PublicPK to 8

E. O. Smith High School
Public9 to 12

Kidderbrook Montessori School
PrivatePK 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: 285 Turnpike Road, Ashford, CT 06278
$515,000
3
3,025
542,757
$265,000
3
1,962
91,911
$286,000
4
2,640
97,138
$557,000
4
3,254
553,212
$308,500
3
1,765
570,636
$289,000
4
1,923
97,138

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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., Brooke Gelhaus

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