85 Ridgewood Road

Closed 7/17/20
Closed 7/17/20
The Lake is Calling! Perfect opportunity to have this rarely available year-round home just a short walk to all beaches, tennis courts, basketball court, and beautiful pavilions that are just splendid for enjoying all of the beauty and recreation that Lake Hayward has to offer.
Sold
Last Sold Price
$255,000
3 beds1,326 sqft$192/sqft
85 Ridgewood Rd, East Haddam, CT 06415
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.42 acresLot Size
1944Year Built
$192/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$695/yrHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

The Lake is Calling! Perfect opportunity to have this rarely available year-round home just a short walk to all beaches, tennis courts, basketball court, and beautiful pavilions that are just splendid for enjoying all of the beauty and recreation that Lake Hayward has to offer. It’s a perfect time to call this private retreat home just in time for summer yet a wonderful place to enjoy the changing of seasons and the abundance of seasonal activities including countless aquatic activities in the freshwater...The Lake is Calling! Perfect opportunity to have this rarely available year-round home just a short walk to all beaches, tennis courts, basketball court, and beautiful pavilions that are just splendid for enjoying all of the beauty and recreation that Lake Hayward has to offer. It’s a perfect time to call this private retreat home just in time for summer yet a wonderful place to enjoy the changing of seasons and the abundance of seasonal activities including countless aquatic activities in the freshwater lake such as swimming, kayaking, and pontoon boating, and even ice fishing, ice skating, and campfires in the gorgeous winters. As we move to the home you’ll find that privacy, recreation, and beauty surrounds you in this charming three-bedroom, one and one half bath single level ranch with detached one car garage with beautiful and surprisingly private outdoor areas with wraparound deck and tiki bar, horseshoe pits, an abundance of parking, and even front porch with awning showcasing picturesque views of the lake! Moving inside you’ll enjoy the open floor plan with a charming feature gas fireplace and abundance of windows capturing the essence of the lake life community. Countless updates throughout such as New Roof 2015, Hot H20 Heater 2015, Furnace 2017, Pergo wood flooring, stackable washer, and dryer 2019, plus many others. To learn more about this lake community and active association please visit lakehaywardct.com for more information. Set up your private viewing today!
  • Listed by: Cheryl A Kebalo 860.810.8491 cherylkebalo@gmail.com • eXp Realty
Listing closed: 07/17/2020 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170307197

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$385,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

102.0%

East Haddam, CT

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Property Information for 85 Ridgewood Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,917 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Basement Description: Partial With Hatchway
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Neighborhood: Lake Hayward
  • Style: Ranch
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Lot Size: 0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Lake Hayward Road, To Hillside, Hillside becomes Ridgewood. Put 85 Ridgewood Rd, Colchester for accurate GPS directions
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.528347
  • Longitude: -72.33637
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Lake, Private Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • HOA Fee Amount: 695
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $3,917
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Deck
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Access, Association Required, Beach
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 5
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm,Fireplace
  • Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 26.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Half Bath
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 3216
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1326
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 2269712
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1326.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1326.0
  • Zoning: L
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 85 Ridgewood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 27, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #162983068

$206,000—
Jun 27, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #162983068

$206,000

+135.5% / yr

Aug 27, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #153502088

$101,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/27/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #162983068

$206,000
06/27/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #162983068

$206,000

+135.5% / yr

08/27/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #153502088

$101,000

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

Public Records for 85 Ridgewood Road

Taxable ValueLand$94,570Additions$84,770Total$179,340
Tax Record2024$5,032 ($419 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,326 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,326 SqFtStories1Lot Size18,295 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1944Year Renovated1944ZoningLCountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNEHDM M:M87 L:L068

Schools near 85 Ridgewood Road

This home is within East Haddam School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Haddam Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School
Public - 4 to 8
Nathan Hale-Ray High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
East Haddam Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School
Public4 to 8

Nathan Hale-Ray High School
Public9 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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$255,000
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