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$1,750,000   Price Analysis
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179 Prospect Ave
Guilford, CT 06437
4 bed 3 bath 3,315 SqFt ($527/SqFt)
0.33 acre lot. Built 1930
Listed 2024-03-10, HOA $92, Taxes $19,751
May be USDA loan restricted due to income limits
near Guilford

This rare gem is an exceptional waterfront home

* Sale Pending *

Strategically situated to immerse you in the breathtaking beauty that surrounds it. Facing the serene Long Island Sound and backed by the tranquil South Bay, every corner of this home offers unmatched water views. Tucked away in the prestigious Sachems Head Association, this historic home once served as the esteemed boathouse of the Yach t Club's founders and invites occupants to relish its rich history. The home has been updated to seamlessly blend modern comforts with its historic charm. Brand new windows throughout ensure efficiency while the renovated kitchen serves as a culinary haven, combining functionality with style. From the richly appointed office and welcoming library to the numerous bedrooms, there is space for everyone in this 3315 sq ft residence.

Embrace the daily indulgences and peacefulness of waterfront living, wher invigorating sea breezes blend with nature's scenery, featuring Osprey, Bald Eagles and Heron as your neighboring companions. Watch sailboats glide by and indulge in fishing off your own private dock. Dive into the coastal lifestyle with a personal boat launch, an outdoor shower for post-swim refreshment and clamming adventures a stroll away. Marvel at captivating sunsets from the second-level deck and cozy up by the fireside during winter evenings. Welcome to Barefoot, where every step leads to a new adventure. Welcome home to a waterfront retreat that transcends the ordinary. The house underwent significant enhancements in 2023, including a comprehensive redo of the seawall pointing, ensuring exceptional solidity and durability for the seawall beneath. Additionally, water-resistant GenStone stone paneling was added to the front, offering both protection and aesthetic appeal. Installation of two substantial support columns beneath the house for future elevation, enhancing the property's adaptability and structural integrity.


Presented by Linda Toscano at
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Property MLS #170626124 from SMARTMLS

Bedrooms: 4
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 17 x 19
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 17
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bedroom 1 Features: Balcony/Deck, Bedroom Suite
Bedroom 3 Features: Balcony/Deck

Total Rooms: 11
Library: 9 x 12, Sun Room: 11 x 28
Living Room Dimensions: 13 x 19
Loft Dimensions: 9 x 12
Office/Study Room Dimensions: 9 x 14
Living Room Level: Main
Office/Study Room Level: Main
Office/Study Room Features: Built-Ins

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
1/2 Bathrooms: 1

Cable - Available
Open Floor Plan

Gas Cooktop
Wall Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Washer
Dryer
Laundry Features: Location: Main Level

Cooling Features: Central Air
Heating Features: Heat Fuel Type: Propane, Heat Type: Hot Air
Heating Fuel: Propane
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Water Heaters: Propane, Domestic

Dining Room Dimensions: 9 x 17
Dining Room Level: Main
Kitchen Dimensions: 12 x 14
Kitchen Level: Main

Beach
Ocean Frontage
L. I. Sound Frontage
Harbor

Lot Description: Professionally Landscaped, Water View
Lot Size Acres: 0.33
Lot Size Square Feet: 14375

Health Club
Library
Medical Facilities
Paddle Tennis
Park
Public Rec Facilities
Shopping/Mall
Tennis Courts

Association: Yes
Association Fee: 1100
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Tennis, Lake/Beach Access
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 92

Elementary School: A. W. Cox
High School: Guilford

E. C. Adams Middle School is a public middle school located approximately 3.4 miles away.
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Guilford High School is a public high school located approximately 4.7 miles away.
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A. Baldwin Middle School is a public elementary school located approximately 6.4 miles away.
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CELC Middle School is a private elementary and middle school located approximately 3 miles away.
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Annual Tax Amount: 19409
Source Listing Status: Under Contract
County: New Haven
Availability Date: 2024-03-15
Directions: Rt 146 to Sachems Head Rd. At 3 way stop, go right fork in the road which is Colonial Rd, then left onto Falcon and right onto Prospect Ave
Source Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Source Neighborhood: Sachems Head
Zoning: D
Source System Name: C2C

YearAssessments
Building + Land
Total
Tax
2022$121,030 + $472,980
$594,010
$19,751
2021$121,030 + $472,980
$594,010
$19,377
2020$121,030 + $472,980
$594,010
$19,192
2019$121,030 + $472,980
$594,010
$19,026
2018$121,030 + $472,980
$594,010
$18,581
2017$144,070 + $757,200
$901,270
$26,461
2016$144,070 + $757,200
$901,270
$25,839
2015$144,070 + $757,200
$901,270
$25,452
2013$146,810 + $840,560
$987,370
$22,769
2006$135,250 + $530,600
$665,850
$15,421
2005$135,250 + $530,600
$665,850
$14,828
2003$117,200 + $530,600
$647,800
$13,714

Listed 2024-03-10
$1,750,000
SMARTMLS
Listing removed 2021-06-05
$0
SMARTMLS
Listed 2020-12-04
$1,620,000
SMARTMLS
Sold 2018-08-27
$750,000
Public Record
Listing removed 2018-07-26
$889,000
SMARTMLS
Listed 2018-05-09
$889,000
SMARTMLS

Total Square Feet Living: 3315
Year Built: 1930
Above Grade Finished Area: 3315
Attic: Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Attic YN: Y
Building Exterior Type: Wood
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete, Piling
Property Age: 94
House Style: Cape Cod
Total Area Sqft: 3315

Sewer: Septic
Water Source: Public Water Connected

Green Energy Efficient: Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
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