NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1 Lafayette Ave Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $815,000 - $914,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,695 Sq Ft
$320/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 05, 2014

Last sale price $405,000 $150 Per Sq Ft

Est. 113% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,404/month

169 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Health Club
  • Golf Course Community
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Veterans Park Elementary School Rated A
  • Medical Services
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2014

This charming three bedroom Cape offers in town living with town water and sewer. The full finished lower level walkout features a full bath, perfect for guest suite, in-law. Over 2600sf of living space present in this warm and inviting home. Zoned heating and air conditioning- AC two years old, water heater one year old. Endless possibilities exist so don't wait. Owners motivated - show and sell!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Hanlon

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0293890 Listed on: 06/19/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Raymond Poppe

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0789640

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,391

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned R-20

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cedar Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Scotland Elementary School
  • East Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,391

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1945
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1945
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 750
  • Total Sq Ft: 2695
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Rt. 35 to left onto Copps Hill Rd. first left Lafayette, first house on left
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Access, Liveable Space, Walk-out
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Patio, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Cedar, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 400

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • Middle School: East Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1900
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Privacy
  • Zoning: R-20

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2014-June 2015
  • Property Tax: 8391
  • Total Assessed Value: 322630
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.010
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 277630

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2014
Closed on
Dec 10, 2014
Sold by
Papst Charles W and Papst Janet
Bought by
Sorena Joseph G and Sorena Melena
Seller's Agent
Carol Hanlon
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Raymond Poppe
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-11.76%
Total Days on Market
169
Current Estimated Value
$863,189

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$458,189
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.45%
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 1999
Sold by
Adams Richard W and Adams Maryellen
Bought by
Papst Charles W and Papst Janet
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sorena Joseph G $405,000 --
Papst Charles W $292,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sorena Joseph G $307,000
Closed Adams Richard $314,258
Closed Adams Richard $280,000
Previous Owner Adams Richard $360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/05/2014 12/05/14 Sold $405,000 -11.8% $150 / Sq Ft
11/05/2014 11/05/14 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2014 06/19/14 For Sale $459,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
06/08/2012 06/08/12 Rented $2,300 -14.8% --
05/09/2012 05/09/12 Under Contract -- -- --
11/28/2011 11/28/11 For Rent $2,700 -- --
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,877 $374,850 $173,250 $201,600
2023 $9,675 $374,850 $173,250 $201,600
2022 $10,045 $353,330 $150,160 $203,170
2021 $9,967 $353,330 $150,160 $203,170
2020 $9,936 $353,330 $150,160 $203,170
2019 $9,936 $353,330 $150,160 $203,170
2018 $9,816 $353,330 $150,160 $203,170
2017 $9,462 $347,750 $142,300 $205,450
2016 $8,667 $324,710 $142,290 $182,420
2015 $8,392 $322,630 $142,290 $180,340
2014 $8,392 $322,630 $142,290 $180,340
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99070173

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000013-E000140