5 Benchmark Rd

Sherman, CT 06784

$601,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,644 Sq. Ft.
$227 / Sq. Ft.
2,644
Sq. Ft.
$227
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/20/21
Closed 5/20/21
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Description

Dramatic Custom Contemporary with 1/8 Interest in DIRECT WATERFRONT access to CANDLEWOOD LAKE! Small enclave of lake community homes. Set on a perch overlooking Candlewood Lake w/Seasonal VIEWS. Vegetable Gardens, Area & Shed for Chickens, Wood Storage. PRIVATE SETTING that Abuts Naromi Land Trust & Private Church Property. Considered In-Town location with total privacy. Walk to Community Tennis, Walking / 1/2 M Jogging Path, Basketball Court kids play area, ballfield, Town Pavilion and Beach on...Dramatic Custom Contemporary with 1/8 Interest in DIRECT WATERFRONT access to CANDLEWOOD LAKE! Small enclave of lake community homes. Set on a perch overlooking Candlewood Lake w/Seasonal VIEWS. Vegetable Gardens, Area & Shed for Chickens, Wood Storage. PRIVATE SETTING that Abuts Naromi Land Trust & Private Church Property. Considered In-Town location with total privacy. Walk to Community Tennis, Walking / 1/2 M Jogging Path, Basketball Court kids play area, ballfield, Town Pavilion and Beach on CANDLEWOOD LAKE. A short stroll to Library, restaurant and other quaint Town Village amenities. Ductless Split AC. Stone & Hardwood Floors. Passive Solar & SOLAR PANELS-36 panels sunpower solar modules in 2007 & 10 additional added in 2021. INDOOR EXERCISE/RESISTANCE POOL 14 x 7 in 10x24 Sunroom-Ipe wood decking, added in 2002 (off back of house) Front of House is large sunroom with HOT TUB. Large Front Terrace. ARTIST/WRITERS STUDIO Over Garage - 1996. New septic tank being installed.
  1. Listed by Kathleen A Harrison • Fazzone & Harrison
    P: (860)-354-0479 C: (860)-307-7203 kathleen.harrison@cbrealty.com

Property Details for 5 Benchmark Road

Basement Description
None
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Contemporary
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 05/20/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5 Benchmark Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170387292
Days on Market26
Taxes$5,219 / year
HOA Fees$50 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1981
Lot Size0.95 AC / 41,382 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Fazzone & Harrison, Kathleen A Harrison

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Becky Hood

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Building Information for 5 Benchmark Road

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.95 AC / 41,382 SF

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$3,540 per month

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5 Benchmark Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Directions: Sawmill to Benchmark
  • Elementary School: Sherman
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.57355
  • Longitude: -73.493975
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 50
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $5,219
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub, Lighting, Shed, Terrace
  • Pool Description: Indoor Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Access, Water Community, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Ductless, Split System
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Wood Stove
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Buff
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Cedar, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Slab
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2644
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, In Subdivision, Level Lot, Rolling, Sloping Lot
  • Parcel Number: 310864
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2644.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2644.0
  • Zoning: Res
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Active Solar, Passive Solar
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 5 Benchmark Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 2, 1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91192608

$279,333—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/02/1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91192608

$279,333

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

Public Records for 5 Benchmark Road

Taxable ValueLand$77,900Additions$195,200Total$273,100
Tax Record2024$4,553 ($379 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,644 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,644 SqFtStories2Lot Size41,382 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981Year Renovated1981CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNSHMN M:75 B:38

Schools near 5 Benchmark Road

This home is within Sherman School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sherman School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Sherman School
PublicPK to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Fazzone & Harrison, Kathleen A Harrison

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