Last Sold Price
3 beds1,175 sqft$264/sqft
478 Sylvan Lake Rd, Watertown, CT 06779

Description

Welcome home to your cozy lakeside haven, where every detail has been thoughtfully curated for comfort and charm. Situated on half an acre with professional landscaping, this property is directly across the street from Sylvan Lake, providing serene water views and easy beach and fishing access. Step into a sunlit living room, where hardwood floors, a ceiling fan, and the quiet of nature encourages you to relax. Your dining room is an inviting blend of classic elegance and modern upgrades with crown...Welcome home to your cozy lakeside haven, where every detail has been thoughtfully curated for comfort and charm. Situated on half an acre with professional landscaping, this property is directly across the street from Sylvan Lake, providing serene water views and easy beach and fishing access. Step into a sunlit living room, where hardwood floors, a ceiling fan, and the quiet of nature encourages you to relax. Your dining room is an inviting blend of classic elegance and modern upgrades with crown molding, wainscoting, and a built-in china hutch. A sunroom offers lovely lake views, ideal for morning coffee. Enjoy a well laid-out kitchen with a tin backsplash, stainless appliances, and a convenient laundry room. A main level bedroom is perfect for guests, a home office, or playroom. Upstairs bedrooms boast coved ceilings, and tree-lined views, while an updated bath offers an elegant blend of vintage detail and contemporary upgrades. Outside, step into an oasis with lush greenspace surrounding your above-ground pool with private terrace. A second patio area with awning, is the perfect spot to grill and enjoy warm nights under the stars; just steps from the lake, you'll want to vacation at home this year. Upgrades include a new boiler and hot water heater (July 2023), new oil tank (2013), and a new roof in 2022. This home offers the best of all worlds- lakeside tranquility minutes from Waterbury, and Routes 8 and 6.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/16/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Lauren Iraeta • KW Legacy Partners
    P: (860)-670-8047 C: (860)-670-8047 lauren@laurensells.com

Property Details for 478 Sylvan Lake Road

Status
MLS #
24025660
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$3,985 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1941
Lot Size
0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
Basement Description
Full, Storage, Full With Hatchway
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
06-24-2024
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Cape Cod
Swimming Pool
Yes
Expected On Market Date
06-24-2024

Location

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Building Information for 478 Sylvan Lake Road

Stories-Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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$1,908 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,576

Property Taxes

$332

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 478 Sylvan Lake Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Elementary School: John Trumbull
  • High School: Watertown
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.597485
  • Longitude: -73.07041
  • Middle Jr High School: Swift
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $3,985
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed, Gutters, Lighting, Patio
  • Pool Description: Above Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, Beach Rights, View, Access
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans
  • Heat Type: Radiant
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-In Hutch,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 1ADD6273F47A6024E063D501100ADE9F
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Asbestos
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Treed, On Cul-De-Sac, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 914061
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1175.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1175.0
  • Zoning: R125
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 478 Sylvan Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 16, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1539333793

$310,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/16/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1539333793

$310,000

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

Public Records for 478 Sylvan Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$48,090Additions$102,340Total$150,430
Tax Record2025$4,519 ($377 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,134 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,134 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt810 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1987ZoningR125CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEYAPNWTWN M:126 B:191A L:5A

Schools near 478 Sylvan Lake Road

This home is within Watertown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
John Trumbull Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Swift Middle School
Public6 to 8

Watertown High School
Public9 to 12

Fletcher W. Judson School
Public3 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 478 Sylvan Lake Road, Watertown, CT 06779
$310,000
3
1,175
21,780
$300,000
4
2,300
15,246
$220,000
3
1
1,005
6,098
$160,000
3
1
896
6,098
$70,000
3
896
7,405
3
1
1,254
12,197

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