486 Joshuatown Road

Closed 10/22/24
Closed 10/22/24
The front of house, nicely showing the wood siding and the attractive peaked roof lines.
Sold
Last Sold Price
$975,000
3 beds2,515 sqft$388/sqft
486 Joshuatown Rd, Lyme, CT 06371
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.76 acresLot Size
1995Year Built
$388/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

A handsome classic New England shingle style contemporary home designed by renowned architect Scott Samuelson for art collector Henri Veit in 1995. Located on the much sought after Joshuatown Rd, in the Hadlyme district of Lyme. This one floor living, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom residence has many custom designed features. Including, a long wide sweeping hallway the length of the house, with gleaming hard wood floors, generous crown molding throughout. A fabulous, elegant, and spacious formal living room...A handsome classic New England shingle style contemporary home designed by renowned architect Scott Samuelson for art collector Henri Veit in 1995. Located on the much sought after Joshuatown Rd, in the Hadlyme district of Lyme. This one floor living, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom residence has many custom designed features. Including, a long wide sweeping hallway the length of the house, with gleaming hard wood floors, generous crown molding throughout. A fabulous, elegant, and spacious formal living room with high ceilings to accommodate a large art collection, perfect for entertaining guests, a cozy book lined library, both with dramatic tray ceilings. A large eat-in chefs kitchen with pantry and a wonderful conservatory off it, which can also serve as a formal dining room. The generous primary bedroom and its guest rooms are positioned at each end of the hallway for privacy. The almost 3 acre grounds are tailored, easy to manage and have 2 terraces for outdoor dining and entertaining and there are some seasonal views of Whalebone Cove which is located just below the property. The CT river, public boat ramp , Gillette Castle and lovely Hadlyme Country Store are all within walking distance from the house. The popular Fox Hopyard Country Club is a five minute drive. I-95 and Amtrak station are 20 mins away. Bradley and TF Greene airports are approximately 1 hour. NYC and Boston 2+/- hours. We invite you to tour this lovely home.
  • Listed by: Roger Parkman 203.676.1061 rparkman@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
  • Listed by: Cynthia Sigurdson 860.767.7488 csigurdson@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 10/22/2024 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24041317
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Property Information for 486 Joshuatown Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,050 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New London County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 09-06-2024
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Joshuatown
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 09-06-2024
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Lot Size: 2.76 AC / 120,225 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: From I95 to Rte156 North to Rte 82 West to Rte 148 aka Ferry Rd then first left to Joshuatown Rd
  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.418154
  • Longitude: -72.411895
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Private School(s), Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 8
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $8,050
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Porch, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, Stone Wall, French Doors, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, View, Seasonal
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Home Automation: Appliances, Lighting, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: off the main hallway
  • Rooms Additional: Solarium
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling,Fireplace,French Doors,Patio/Terrace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 27.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.11
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Book Shelves,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 15.1
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Palladian Window(s),9 ft+ Ceilings,Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.9
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Granite Counters,Dining Area,Pantry
  • Room Length: 19.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.9
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 2035F641BA8B9491E0631401100A8DA7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Atrium,French Doors,Marble Floor
  • Room Length: 14.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 13.3
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Built-Ins
  • Room Length: 15.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.7
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Built-Ins
  • Room Length: 13.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.11
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: stained cedar
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 2327284
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2515.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2515.0
  • Zoning: Per Town
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 486 Joshuatown Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1544492557

$975,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1544492557

$975,000

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

Public Records for 486 Joshuatown Road

Taxable ValueLand$229,500Additions$325,700Total$555,200
Tax Record2025$8,050 ($671 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,515 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,515 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,265 SqFtStories1Lot Size120,225 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995Year Renovated1995CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNLYME M:8 L:4

Schools near 486 Joshuatown Road

This home is within Regional School District 18.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lyme Consolidated School
Public - K to 5
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Public - 9 to 12
Franklin Academy
Private - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lyme Consolidated School
PublicK to 5

Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Public9 to 12

Franklin Academy
Private8 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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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Roger Parkman; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Cynthia Sigurdson

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