79 Benjamin Rd

Preston, CT 06365

$379,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,016 Sq. Ft.
$188 / Sq. Ft.
2,016
Sq. Ft.
$188
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/27/21
Closed 4/27/21
Home sits tucked away on a long private drive

Description

Beautifully maintained & quality built colonial nestled in a quiet country location on 1.72 acres! Interior Features Include: 2000+ Sq. Ft, Central Air/Hydro Air System, 3 Generous Sized Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths, Large & Bright Eat-In Kitchen w/Tile Floors & Center Island, Formal Living Room w/Beautiful Whitewashed Brick/Wood Burning Fireplace, Adjoining Family Room w/ French Doors to the 12x24 Rear Deck, Formal Dining Room, Large Master Suite w/ Oversized Master Bath w/ Double Vanity, Separate Shower,...Beautifully maintained & quality built colonial nestled in a quiet country location on 1.72 acres! Interior Features Include: 2000+ Sq. Ft, Central Air/Hydro Air System, 3 Generous Sized Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths, Large & Bright Eat-In Kitchen w/Tile Floors & Center Island, Formal Living Room w/Beautiful Whitewashed Brick/Wood Burning Fireplace, Adjoining Family Room w/ French Doors to the 12x24 Rear Deck, Formal Dining Room, Large Master Suite w/ Oversized Master Bath w/ Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Double Jacuzzi Tub & Built in Blue Tooth Speaker. Hardwood Floors on the 1st Floor, Carpeting on 2nd Level w/Wide Hallway at The Bedroom Entrances, Tile in the Kitchen & Baths & Nest Programmable Thermostats Are Energy Efficient & Allows You to Adjust Temps Right From Your Phone Even When You're Away! Lots of Large Windows Brightens Every Room in This Home. Plenty of Storage Throughout & Unfinished Basement Would Be Ideal For Add'l Living Space. The Exterior Features a Charming Covered Front Porch w/ a Beautiful View of a Babbling Brook & The Rear Yard is Another Peaceful Setting to Enjoy Natural Wildlife. Located on Quiet Country Road Yet Close to Casinos, Many Main Routes, and Lots of Amenities. This Home Has a Great Open Floor Plan, is Perfect For Entertaining and Move in Ready!
  1. Listed by Kimberly J Malek • Malek Real Estate
    P: (860)-639-9112 C: (860)-639-9112 kimmalek@hotmail.com; kimmalek1972@gmail.com

Property Details for 79 Benjamin Road

Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 04/27/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 79 Benjamin Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170375156
Days on Market4
Taxes$5,407 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built2002
Lot Size1.72 AC / 74,923 SF
CountyNew London County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Malek Real Estate, Kimberly J Malek

Sold By RANDALL, REALTORS-Compass, Geoff Gordon

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Building Information for 79 Benjamin Road

Stories-Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size1.72 AC / 74,923 SF

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Property Information for 79 Benjamin Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Directions: Conveniently located off of Route 165 number 79 on Benjamin Road
  • Elementary School: Preston Vet's Memorial
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Norwich Free Academy
  • Latitude: 41.52864
  • Longitude: -71.99309
  • Middle Jr High School: Preston Plains
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $5,407
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Porch, Sidewalk, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Brook, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Breakfast Nook,Half Bath,Island,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 22.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Dining Area,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Stall Shower,Walk-In Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4056
  • Handicap Features: Hard/Low Nap Floors
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2016
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 1559481
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2016.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2016.0
  • Zoning: R-60
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator Ready, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 79 Benjamin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 26, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #628616154

$307,500

+7.5% / yr

Jun 24, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1074093628

$266,000—
Jun 22, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #574093628

$266,000

-0.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #628616154

$307,500

+7.5% / yr

06/24/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1074093628

$266,000
06/22/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #574093628

$266,000

-0.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 79 Benjamin Road

Taxable ValueLand$55,580Additions$223,440Total$279,020
Tax Record2024$7,006 ($584 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,016 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,016 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,008 SqFtStories2Lot Size74,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002ZoningR-60CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNPRES M:12-0 B:BEN1 L:79

Schools near 79 Benjamin Road

This home is within Preston School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Preston Veterans' Memorial School
Public - PK to 5
Preston Plains School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Preston Veterans' Memorial School
PublicPK to 5

Preston Plains School
Public6 to 8

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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