One of the few remaining small cottages on Lake Waramaug. Superb positioning in deep water cove with west-northwest exposure. Super front terrace with direct lake views, table and chairs. Fabulous screened porch. House close to lake for easy access to dock and lake side pad across street. Kitchen, bathroom, roof, oil tank, electric panel, hot water heater, chimney, outdoor shower and dock all redone in last 10 years. Walk to Lake Waramaug Country Club and Kent Falls Brewing. Ample parking for up to 8 cars and lots of storage in full basement. Livable as is or take to the next level. Most approvals in place for a completely new 4 bedroom house if want to build. This is a special opportunity not to be missed. All showings require an appointment starting September 19th please!
Sold for $1,300,000
$1,300,000
255 West Shore Road, Washington, CT 06777
4beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.9 Acres Lot
$1,807,800 Zestimate®
$967/sqft
$2,943 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,807,800
$1.55M - $2.13M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pels Matthews 203-671-5432,
W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty 860-868-0511
Bought with:
Austin Farmer, RES.0800899
W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170598378
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Unpaved, Private, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Terrace
- Exterior features: Stone Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Dock or Mooring
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
- Features: Non Conforming Lot, Wetlands, Few Trees, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 2141003
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Lake, Park, Private School(s), Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: New Preston
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: New Preston Marble Dale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $967/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $784,770
- Annual tax amount: $11,183
- Date on market: 4/6/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2024 | Sold | $1,300,000+18.2%$967/sqft |
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| 10/10/2024 | Sold | $1,100,000-2.2%$818/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Sold | $1,125,000-10%$837/sqft |
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| 3/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000$930/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170598378 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2024 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$930/sqft |
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| 3/14/2024 | Price change | $1,250,000-7.4%$930/sqft |
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| 10/18/2023 | Price change | $1,350,000-9.7%$1,004/sqft |
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| 9/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+184.8%$1,112/sqft |
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| 9/9/2013 | Sold | $525,000-7.4%$391/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99031342 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2013 | Price change | $567,000-12.8%$422/sqft |
Source: Joyce S Drakeley Real Estate #W1072211 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $650,000$484/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,641 +0.3% | $980,770 +0.3% |
| 2024 | $10,613 -5.1% | $978,180 +24.6% |
| 2023 | $11,183 | $784,770 |
| 2022 | $11,183 | $784,770 |
| 2021 | $11,183 | $784,770 |
| 2020 | $11,183 | $784,770 |
| 2019 | $11,183 +57.5% | $784,770 +57.5% |
| 2018 | $7,100 | $498,260 |
| 2017 | $7,100 | $498,260 |
| 2016 | $7,100 +3.6% | $498,260 |
| 2015 | $6,851 +1.8% | $498,260 |
| 2014 | $6,727 -9.6% | $498,260 -21.3% |
| 2013 | $7,443 +2.2% | $633,430 |
| 2012 | $7,284 +4.5% | $633,430 |
| 2011 | $6,968 | $633,430 |
| 2010 | $6,968 +2.3% | $633,430 |
| 2009 | $6,809 +31.4% | $633,430 +59% |
| 2008 | $5,180 +4% | $398,480 |
| 2007 | $4,981 +4.2% | $398,480 |
| 2006 | $4,782 +9.1% | $398,480 |
| 2005 | $4,383 | $398,480 |
| 2004 | $4,383 +55.9% | $398,480 +126.7% |
| 2003 | $2,812 +1.6% | $175,740 |
| 2001 | $2,768 +3.3% | $175,740 |
| 2000 | $2,680 | $175,740 |
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Neighborhood: 06777
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Washington Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.7 mi
- 8/10Shepaug Valley SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 7.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- Middle: Shepaug
- High: Shepaug
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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