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  • $561,000

    8 Bittersweet Dr, Gales Ferry, CT 06335

    4beds
    2,219sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1993
    1.6 Acres Lot
    $561,000 Zestimate®
    $253/sqft
    $3,698 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $561,000

    $533,000 - $589,000

    $3,698/mo

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    What's special

    Amazing setting foe this unique colonial. If you are looking for a 4 spacious 4 bedroom colonial but feel that most of them look alike, then you should tour this property. With hardwood floors throughout, including the bedrooms, it will endure the years ahead. The foyer is generously sized with and isn't crowed by a front facing staircase but rather leads to a spacious dining room on the left and formal living room on the right. All the trim is beautifully varnished oak to compliment the solid wood raised 6 panel oak doors. The family room naturally pulls everyone together around the warm wood stove insert, open concept to the kitchen and dining areas complete with a slider off the family room and a bonus slider off the kitchen leading to a roomy ground level deck set on a lovely 1.6 acre lot balancing a level space for ball catching and gently rolling hills for fire-pit and barbecue nights. The kitchen was tastefully updated with gorgeous appliances, granite counters and has a lovely corner sink looking out to your natural sanctuary. The master bedroom soars with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, private bathroom and 2 walk-in closets will will impress you. This 2200 square foot home has amazing potential in the walk-out basement with double door access large enough to easily walk your pool table in. While fuel prices are down, you can take advantage of have TWO oil tanks. Finally, this home is set nicely off the road with plenty of parking! Tour online today!!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level, SEPARATE LAUNDRY ROOM ON UPPER LEVEL
    Features
    • Laundry Room, Foyer, Cable - Available, Auto Garage Door Opener
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,219 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Vinyl
    • Waterfront features: Not Applicable
    Lot
    • Size: 1.6 Acres
    • Features: In Subdivision
    Details
    • Parcel number: LEDYM24B200L8
    • Zoning: R40

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1993

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Private Well

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Gales Ferry

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $253/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $226,100
    • Annual tax amount: $8,585
    • Total actual rent: 349900

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/19/2026Listing removed$3,900$2/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24187568 Report a problem
    8/17/2026Listed for rent$3,900$2/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24187568 Report a problem
    7/13/2026Listing removed$3,900$2/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24187568 Report a problem
    6/29/2026Listed for rent$3,900$2/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24187568 Report a problem
    8/28/2020Sold$349,900$158/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170286928 Report a problem
    7/28/2020Listed for sale$349,900$158/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #170286928 Report a problem
    7/28/2020Pending sale$349,900$158/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #170286928 Report a problem
    6/20/2020Price change$349,900-2%$158/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #170286928 Report a problem
    4/23/2020Listed for sale$357,000-8.2%$161/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage #170286928 Report a problem
    5/17/2005Sold$389,000+17.9%$175/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/4/2003Sold$329,900+41.9%$149/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #E136196 Report a problem
    6/2/1998Sold$232,500+3.8%$105/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #E88200 Report a problem
    4/4/1997Sold$224,000$101/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,585 +8.5%$226,100 +0.6%
    2024$7,912 +1.9%$224,700
    2023$7,766 +2.2%$224,700
    2022$7,599 +0.6%$224,700
    2021$7,550 -2.3%$224,700 +1.6%
    2020$7,730 -0.3%$221,060
    2019$7,750 +2.2%$221,060
    2018$7,580 +5.4%$221,060
    2017$7,193 +2%$221,060
    2016$7,052 +4.9%$221,060
    2015$6,720 -0.9%$221,060 -2.5%
    2014$6,779 +6%$226,730
    2013$6,394 +1%$226,730
    2012$6,333 $226,730
    2011$6,333 +0.8%$226,730 -7.4%
    2010$6,282 $244,930
    2009$6,282 +32.9%$244,930
    2008$4,727 -22.4%$244,930
    2007$6,094 +0.1%$244,930 +0.5%
    2006$6,090 +4.5%$243,810 +38.7%
    2005$5,830 +7.3%$175,770
    2003$5,431 +6.6%$175,770 +20%
    2001$5,096 $146,510
    1996-- $146,510
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06335

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Gales Ferry
    • High: Ledyard

    Source: The 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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