61 Melbourne Road

Closed 9/1/16
Closed 9/1/16
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$462,500
4 beds2,352 sqft
61 Melbourne Rd, Norwalk, CT 06851
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.14 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$197/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Spacious cape on a dead-end road in desirable Bettswood, this home is open and inviting from the moment you enter. Visitors are greeted by a large open foyer with 20'+ ceilings that opens into a large living room with a warm fireplace. Renovated throughout, this home offers a clean floor plan that draws you easily throughout the house. The kitchen adjoins a cozy family room, which steps out to a large back deck and patio offering plenty of space for relaxation and entertaining. Basement is finished...Spacious cape on a dead-end road in desirable Bettswood, this home is open and inviting from the moment you enter. Visitors are greeted by a large open foyer with 20'+ ceilings that opens into a large living room with a warm fireplace. Renovated throughout, this home offers a clean floor plan that draws you easily throughout the house. The kitchen adjoins a cozy family room, which steps out to a large back deck and patio offering plenty of space for relaxation and entertaining. Basement is finished and ideal for movies or play area and has a separate room for guests or in-laws. Less than one mile from East Norwalk train station and I-95, this house is a must see.
  • Listed by: Fred Romano 860.622.8036 fred@flatfeerealty.com • Flat Fee Realty LLC
Listing closed: 09/01/2016 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 99142153

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Property Information for 61 Melbourne Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,745 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Cooled, Full, Garage Access, Heated, Interior Access, Liveable Space
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Neighborhood: Bettswood Area
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Exit 16 i-95, north on East Ave to Melbourne Rd to Dead End.
  • Elementary School: Naramake
  • High School: Norwalk
  • Latitude: 41.115063
  • Longitude: -73.40271
  • Middle Jr High School: Nathan Hale
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: $7,745
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5DCEAA8F8133A8E0531401100A5C47
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 7.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame, Block
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 3402
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 350
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1882
Lot Information
  • Parcel Number: 246563
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2002.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2352.0
  • Zoning: B
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas, Oil
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Total Unit Count: 0

Property History for 61 Melbourne Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 6, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1130894170

$462,000—
Sep 6, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #579921589

$462,000

+4.6% / yr

Mar 10, 2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91098259

$220,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/06/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1130894170

$462,000
09/06/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #579921589

$462,000

+4.6% / yr

03/10/2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91098259

$220,000

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

Public Records for 61 Melbourne Road

Taxable ValueLand$163,800Additions$238,310Total$402,110
Tax Record2025$9,629 ($802 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,858 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,858 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt888 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1985ZoningBCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNWLK M:5 B:5 L:127

Schools near 61 Melbourne Road

This home is within Norwalk School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Naramake Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Nathan Hale Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Norwalk High School
Public - 9 to 12
P-Tech Norwalk
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Naramake Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Nathan Hale Middle School
Public6 to 8

Norwalk High School
Public9 to 12

P-Tech Norwalk
Public9 to 12

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