Closed
Last Sold Price
$710,000
3 beds1,168 sqft

79 Shore Rd, Clinton, CT 06413

Description

Welcome to "79 Wistful Vista". Own this incredible piece of paradise and enjoy the sand, sound and surf with direct water views and 45' of private beachfront just off your deck. Wake up each morning and enjoy the breathtaking views of the sunrise on Long Island Sound or walk out your door and wiggle your toes in the sand. This winterized beach cottage has been enjoyed by this family for over 60 years and can be used year round. The entire main floor has been opened up so it is great space for entertaining....Welcome to "79 Wistful Vista". Own this incredible piece of paradise and enjoy the sand, sound and surf with direct water views and 45' of private beachfront just off your deck. Wake up each morning and enjoy the breathtaking views of the sunrise on Long Island Sound or walk out your door and wiggle your toes in the sand. This winterized beach cottage has been enjoyed by this family for over 60 years and can be used year round. The entire main floor has been opened up so it is great space for entertaining. On the upper level there are 3 bedrooms that can sleep 8 and a full bath with a washer and dryer. There is a large storage shed on the property for kayaks, beach chairs, paddle boards, etc. Of course completing any beach house is an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. This home has been fully rented in the past summers for $2300 a week during July and August. private parking for up to 8 cars.
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.19 acresLot Size
1939Year Built
$608/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces
  • Listed by: Cathy Lynch 203.627.2331 catharina.lynch@cbmoves.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 03/26/2021 12:00 AM
Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170364939
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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property information

79 Shore Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $16,597 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Basement Description: None
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Style: Cottage
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1939
  • Lot Size: 0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

Summary

Property and Location

  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Beach Park Rd to Shore Rd
  • Elementary School: Abraham Pierson
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • High School: Morgan
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.264637
  • Longitude: -72.50254
  • Middle Jr High School: Jared Eliot
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Commuter Bus, Health Club, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut

HOA and Fees

  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $16,597

Virtual Tour

  • Virtual Tour: No

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach, View

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 6

Room 1

  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Length: 16.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 10.4

Room 2

  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Length: 19.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 5.11

Room 3

  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Length: 11.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.5

Room 4

  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Length: 8.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 8.5

Room 5

  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 9.3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 13.0

Room 6

  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 9.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0

Room 7

  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 11.11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 8.11

Room 8

  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 15.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 7.9

Property

Property and Assessments

  • Color: white
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Piling
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 1304
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: There is a finished porch which is all part of first floor living space
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 848

Lot Information

  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Parcel Number: 945303
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1168.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1168.0
  • Zoning: R-10

Utilities

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Multi Family

Income and Expenses

  • Occupied By: Vacant

Public records

79 Shore Road

Beds

3

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,748 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,748 SqFt

Stories

3

Lot Size

8,276 SqFt

Schools

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This home is within Clinton School District.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 79 Shore Road, Clinton, CT 06413
$710,000
3
1,168
8,276
$600,000
2
757
7,840
–
4
3
3,003
22,216
–
3
2.5
3,260
21,780
$247,500
4
2.5
2,098
7,405
$2,650,000
4
3,912
12,196

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