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  • $550,000

    12 Private Grounds Road, Ellington, CT 06029

    3beds
    1,510sqft
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    $3,784/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1880
    0.42 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $364/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Lakefront Living on Crystal Lake! Welcome to 12 Private Grounds. This exceptional waterfront property has a little over 60 feet of direct waterfront and a private dock, making it easy to embrace the lake lifestyle from your own backyard. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the water, setting out for an afternoon boat ride, or relaxing by the shoreline at sunset, every day feels like a vacation. Spanning approximately 200 acres, Crystal Lake is known for its clear water and year-round outdoor enjoyment. Boating, water skiing, tubing, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, or fishing-are all just steps from your door. Inside, the home features a generous sized kitchen with plenty of cabinets for storage, a spacious dining room area, and a comfortable living room that leads out to the expansive screened-in porch with panoramic lake views. Two bedrooms are connected by an updated Jack and Jill bathroom and include a walk-in closet, while the third bedroom is served by an additional full bathroom, offering flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. The detached two-car garage provides valuable storage for vehicles, water toys, and outdoor equipment-a rare and highly desirable feature for lakefront properties. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence or the ultimate weekend retreat, 12 Private Grounds offers a unique opportunity to own a slice of Crystal Lake paradise and enjoy the best of waterfront living. Highest and best offers by 8/4 at 6pm.
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    Listed by:

    Julie Tarpinian (203)814-8620,

    KW Legacy Partners 860-313-0700

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24191441MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Oil
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Concrete
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,510
      • Total interior livable area: 1,510 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,510

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Beach Access, Access
      Lot
      • Size: 0.42 Acres
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1620125
      • Zoning: LR

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1880

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ellington

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $364/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $223,120
      • Annual tax amount: $8,278
      • Date on market: 7/24/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/31/2026Listed for sale$550,000+89.7%$364/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24191441 Report a problem
        10/30/2020Sold$290,000+9.4%$192/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/20/2002Sold$265,000$175/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,278 +3.1%$223,120
        2024$8,032 +5%$223,120
        2023$7,653 +5.5%$223,120
        2022$7,251 +2.8%$223,120
        2021$7,051 -3.6%$223,120 -0.5%
        2020$7,312 $224,280
        2019$7,312 +6.9%$224,280
        2016$6,841 $224,280
        2015$6,841 +6.3%$224,280
        2014$6,437 +1.1%$224,280
        2013$6,370 +1.8%$224,280
        2012$6,257 +1.4%$224,280
        2011$6,168 +5.6%$224,280 -2.9%
        2010$5,842 +1.2%$230,890
        2009$5,772 +4%$230,890
        2008$5,551 -8.8%$230,890 -0.2%
        2007$6,087 +8.2%$231,460
        2006$5,624 +31.6%$231,460 +82%
        2005$4,274 +2.8%$127,200
        2004$4,159 +8.6%$127,200 +4.3%
        2003$3,831 +59.9%$122,000 +27.3%
        1995$2,396 $95,830
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06029

        Getting around

        21 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Crystal Lake
        • Middle: Ellington,Windermere
        • High: Ellington

        Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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