131 Forest Drive

Newtown, CT 06482

$277,750
Last Sold Price
1
Beds
2
Baths
1,072 Sq. Ft.
$259 / Sq. Ft.
1,072
Sq. Ft.
$259
per Sq. Ft.

Description

With soaring panoramic views, this charming waterfront bungalow on Lake Zoar exudes unique and chic waterfront charm. The living room boasts vaulted ceilings and wide planked hardwood floors, with an open loft for extra sleeping/office space. The kitchen has custom cabinets, wood beamed ceilings, concrete counters and SS appliances. Cozy up in the LL master suite, complete with a Jacuzzi tub, a fireplace and walls of windows. Down on the water, you'll find even more spectacular views, your own private...With soaring panoramic views, this charming waterfront bungalow on Lake Zoar exudes unique and chic waterfront charm. The living room boasts vaulted ceilings and wide planked hardwood floors, with an open loft for extra sleeping/office space. The kitchen has custom cabinets, wood beamed ceilings, concrete counters and SS appliances. Cozy up in the LL master suite, complete with a Jacuzzi tub, a fireplace and walls of windows. Down on the water, you'll find even more spectacular views, your own private dock, and a boathouse (grandfathered in). This is the quintessential waterfront cottage!

Listing Agent

  1. Katie Keogler

    Katie Keogler

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 131 Forest Drive

Basement Description
Fully Finished, Full, Liveable Space, Walk-out
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
0
Neighborhood
Lake Zoar
Style
Bungalow
Garage Parking Info
Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No

Location

Listing Courtesy of Advanced Real Estate LLC, Katie Keogler

Sold By Collins-Morrow Real Estate, Joseph M Perun

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/21/2017 03:18 AM

Property Details for 131 Forest Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #99162601
Days on Market66
Taxes$4,862 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Advanced Real Estate LLC, Katie Keogler

Sold By Collins-Morrow Real Estate, Joseph M Perun

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Building Information for 131 Forest Drive

Stories-Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,921 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,516

Property Taxes

$405

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 131 Forest Drive

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Riverside to Bancroft. Straight across Alpine onto Forest. 2nd to last home on Forest
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.426193
  • Longitude: -73.241554
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: $4,862
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Dock or Mooring, Frontage, Lake, Direct Waterfront
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower
  • Room Count: 4
  • Rooms Total: 4
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Beams,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Beams,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Fireplace,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 19.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Cream
  • Construction Description: Concrete
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 1417
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 480
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 611
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Sloping Lot, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 209607
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 592.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1072.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Sewage System: Cesspool
  • Water Source: Private Water System
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Total Unit Count: 0
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: DD5E5059BB5825DCE053D501100AFDFF
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: DD5E5059BB5825DCE053D501100AFDFF
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: DD5E5059BB5825DCE053D501100AFDFF
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: DD5E5059BB5825DCE053D501100AFDFF

Property History for 131 Forest Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 131 Forest Drive

Taxable ValueLand$164,370Additions$133,130Total$297,500
Tax Record2023$7,806 ($650 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths2Total Finished SqFt611 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt611 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,761 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959ZoningR-1CountyFAIRFIELDAPNNEWT M:43 B:20 L:34AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 131 Forest Drive

This home is within Newtown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sandy Hook Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Reed Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Newtown Middle School
Public7 to 8

Newtown 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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Listing Courtesy of Advanced Real Estate LLC, Katie Keogler

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