NOT LISTED FOR SALE

126 South Ave New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $1,330,000 - $1,437,241

2 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,895 Sq Ft
$550/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 29, 2023

Last sale price $1,125,000 $389 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,885/month

106 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attic
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Home Security System
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • Patio
  • 3-minute walk to Mead Memorial Park

About This Home

As of August 2023

Welcome home to this wonderful two bedroom + condo in the heart of town! Updated VERSATILE SPACE to make bedrooms 3 & 4! Huge bonus room and lower level, office, elevator and attached garage. Three finished floors including oversized primary suite with dual baths and sitting area. Seconds to the NEW New Canaan library and the best restaurants in the area. Easy parking on Church Street, Mead Street or parking lot next to library.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Defrancesco

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0771153 Listed on: 04/28/2023

William Raveis Real Estate

Co-Listed By

April Kaynor

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0792374

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Dineen

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0816449

Houlihan Lawrence

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,736

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

HOA Fees

  • $550 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • South Elementary School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 60 Gallon+ Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Raised Dishwasher
  • Patio
  • Garden

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2405557

Community Details

Overview

  • 3 Units

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,736

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$550 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2104
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 791
  • Total Sq Ft: 2895
  • Year Built: 2000
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Handicap Features: Raised Dishwasher
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • End Unit: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4237
  • Directions: Route 15 Junction 37 to South Ave Elm Street to South Ave
  • Financing Used: Assumed Conventional
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1854
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd Floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Street Number Modifier: 126

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 65 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Levels In Unit: 4
  • HOA Fees: 550
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Total Number of Units In Complex: Ascot

Schools

  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: New Canaan

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 900
  • Parcel #: 2405557

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Multi Family

  • Total Number Of Units: 3

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 11736
  • Total Assessed Value: 619640
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.94

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2023
Closed on
Aug 29, 2023
Sold by
Wentzel Barbara H
Bought by
Gesswein Roger
Seller's Agent
Kelly Defrancesco
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Dineen
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$274,000
-19.59%
Total Days on Market
106
Views
299
Current Estimated Value
$1,372,810

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$247,810
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.98%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Outstanding Balance
$884,595
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$488,215

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2006
Sold by
Irwin Robert and Irwin Christine
Bought by
Wentzel Barbara H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2003
Sold by
Cunningham & Co Llc
Bought by
Irwin Robert and Irwin Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$682,400
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gesswein Roger $1,125,000 None Available
Wentzel Barbara H $928,000 --
Irwin Robert $853,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gesswein Roger $900,000
Previous Owner Irwin Robert $242,000
Previous Owner Irwin Robert $250,000
Previous Owner Irwin Robert $675,000
Previous Owner Irwin Robert $682,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2023 08/29/23 Sold $1,125,000 -6.2% $389 / Sq Ft
08/15/2023 08/15/23 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2023 05/23/23 Price Changed $1,199,000 -7.7% $414 / Sq Ft
05/08/2023 05/08/23 Price Changed $1,299,000 -7.1% $449 / Sq Ft
04/30/2023 04/30/23 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $483 / Sq Ft
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 $12,601 $780,710 $0 $780,710
2023 $11,736 $619,640 $0 $619,640
2022 $11,383 $619,640 $0 $619,640
2021 $11,253 $619,640 $0 $619,640
2020 $11,253 $619,640 $0 $619,640
2019 $11,302 $619,640 $0 $619,640
2018 $10,356 $588,140 $0 $588,140
2017 $10,168 $588,140 $0 $588,140
2016 $9,937 $588,140 $0 $588,140
2015 $9,741 $588,140 $0 $588,140
2014 $9,470 $588,140 $0 $588,140
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170565475

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000000-N000064-000913-000126