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$1,795,000

For Sale - Active
168 Fern Ave, Litchfield, CT 06759
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,614 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1996
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Jul 01, 2025 at 03:17AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$5,413
Cap Rate
2.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-15.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.36
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.2%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1996
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Fern House, a luxurious countryside estate with 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths, 3 Stall Horse Barn, grazing area, Heated Gunite Pool with waterfall & fireplace...outdoor shower and hot tub. Mature gardens and set back with circular driveway and complete privacy. Double height foyer, open floor plan with double height fireplace in the downstairs living room, chef's kitchen with top appliances, double Kitchen Aid wall oven & KA dishwasher, 5 burner cooktop and office area. Formal dining room, laundry room, pantry and half bath. There's also a 1st floor bedroom with en-suite and walk-in closet. 2nd floor with family room open to below with a Juliet balcony, primary suite with spa bath, jacuzzi tub, separate shower and a plethora of closets, including a massive walk-in. 2 additional bedrooms share a bath and one having a balcony overlooking the lush grounds and pool. Full basement is housed with the best mechanicals including a Buderus furnace. Attached 2 car garage with EV charger and additional storage shed. The horse barn with 3 stalls has electricity & hot water with an upstairs studio/office and easily converted to one's suitability. Behind the barn is a dedicated paddock with all weather gravel which can also be used to make an outdoor ice-rink. The property also features an established kitchen garden with raised beds. Coveted area of major, high-end homes. Seconds to the storybook town of Litchfield with fabulous shops & dining. Fern House is quintessential New England at its best

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 12
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Pool: Yes

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: LITCM:127B:21L:128U:C
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1996

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $16,025

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Well
  • Heating: Oil, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Litchfield

Listing Details


Listed by:
Joseph Lorino
Klemm Real Estate Inc
(917) 340-0431

Source:
SmartMLS
MLS#: 24098626
SmartMLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$5,413
Cap Rate
2.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-15.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.36
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,795,000
Amount financed:
-$1,436,000
Down payment:
$359,000
Closing costs:
$53,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$412,850
Square feet:
3,614
Cost per square foot:
$497
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.77

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,436,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$8,494
Property tax:
$1,335
Insurance:
$448
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$10,277

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$6,400 $76,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$384 -$4,608
Operating income:
$6,016 $72,192

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (21%)
21%-$1,335-$16,025
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$448-$5,376
Property management: (8%)
8%-$512-$6,144
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$320-$3,840
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$320-$3,840
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (46%)
46%-$2,935-$35,225

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$3,081 $36,972
Mortgage payments:
-$8,494 -$101,928
Cash flow:
$5,413 $64,956