First time on the market! This one-owner home in a fabulous location in Simsbury is now available! This is an opportunity to get into the award-winning town of Simsbury at an affordable price. Situated in one of Connecticut's most highly-rated towns, the location of this home is fantastic. Enjoy one-floor living with three bedrooms and gorgeous hardwood floors. You can enjoy snuggling with some cocoa by the handsome fireplace or just sunbathe by the front window as the light comes pouring in! Lucky you gets an excellent oversized two-car garage and a deep, wide lot of over 2 acres to enjoy. Only two minutes drive brings you to a variety of shopping and dining options, yet the location feels very private. The road is U- shaped, so there is no through traffic. The home has been well maintained and is well insulated. Significant updates include: brand-new electrical panel(Nov. 2024) and Roth oil tank(Nov. 2024), Buderus boiler and hot water system (2017), septic tank (2017), well pump approx 5 years old. This would be a great starter home and investment. It's a blank slate ready for the new owner's vision. There is room for expansion should the new owner's needs grow.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1959
Living Area: 1,040 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Vision Real Estate
Office Phone: (860) 673-1125
Listing Agent: Dianne Rechel
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Basement: Yes
Interior: Auto Garage Door Opener
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: Trees/Woods
Exterior: Breezeway, Gutters
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking: Attached Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Wooded
Lot Size: 2.20 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Route 44 to Bushy Hill Rd. Left on Fernwood. At stop sign, driving both left or straight will bring you to #42.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $299,000
Price Per SqFt: $288/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $5,513
Tax Year: 2021
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Schools
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Nearby Schools
3
/10
Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Elementary School
20 Security Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.91 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-5
9
/10
Tootin' Hills School
25 Nimrod Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.22 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
9
/10
Latimer Lane School
33 Mountain View Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.29 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Avon Middle School
375 W Avon Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.50 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
6
/10
Canton Middle School
76 Simonds Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.72 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
6
/10
Canton Intermediate School
39 Dyer Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.86 miles
Public District Grades 4-6
Nearby Schools
6
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Canton High School
76 Simonds Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.73 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
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Avon High School
510 W Avon Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.08 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
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Simsbury High School
34 Farms Village Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.67 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $140,993. Typical income of Simsbury, CT residents is between $100k-200k annually. Most families are married, with kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 42 Fernwood Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 42 Fernwood Dr property is $299,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 42 Fernwood Dr is a house located in Simsbury, Connecticut, 06070.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 42 Fernwood Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,513 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 42 Fernwood Dr has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 42 Fernwood Dr is 1,040 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 42 Fernwood Dr is 1959.
This home is located at 42 Fernwood Dr in Simsbury, CT and zip code 06070. This 1,040 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 2.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 15, 2024 and is currently priced at $299,000.
In October 2024 more than 12 listings in Simsbury, CT were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 10 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Simsbury, CT increased by 14.6% between September 2024 and October 2024.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.