NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1296 Old Academy Rd Fairfield, CT 06824

Greenfield Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,415,694 - $1,699,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,800 Sq Ft
$561/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 06, 2012

Last sale price $950,000 $339 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,374/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Health Club
  • Medical Services
  • Dwight Elementary School Rated A
  • Golf Course Community
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2012

Majestically sited on one of the highest points of scenic Greenfield Hill, and only a short stroll to the town green, playground and renowned Dogwood Festival, residents enjoy quintessential New England living set amongst period homes, shady lanes and meandering stone walls. This stunning Colonial was renovated to a discriminating standard featuring the highest quality details; new kitchen, new master suite, new family/playroom, too many upgrades to list!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gibbons Group

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES. Listed on: 09/19/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Prenderville

Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0752572

Higgins Group Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,097

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned AAA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Porch

Location

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

Schools

  • Dwight Elementary School
  • Roger Ludlowe Middle School
  • Ffld Ludlowe High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: LR Sconses, washer and dryer

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

$16,097

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Greenfield Hill
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2800
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1916
  • Total Sq Ft: 2800
  • Year Built: 1963
  • 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
  • Exclusions: LR Sconses, washer and dryer
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4199
  • Directions: Bronson or Redding to Old Academy
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Liveable Space, Storage, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 1296

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Patio, Porch, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dwight
  • Middle School: Roger Ludlowe
  • High School: Ffld Ludlowe

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Some Wetlands, Fence - Stone
  • Zoning: AAA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2011-June 2012
  • Property Tax: 16097
  • Total Assessed Value: 716380
  • Mil Rate Total: 22.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 133140
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2011

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Dwight
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • High School: Ffld Ludlowe

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2013
Sold by
Spruance Elizabeth
Bought by
Spruance Elizabeth
Total Days on Market
19
Current Estimated Value
$1,569,424

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2012
Closed on
Dec 4, 2012
Sold by
Wheeler Jeffrey
Bought by
Spruance Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Gibbons Group
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Prenderville
Higgins Group Real Estate
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-4.9%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.93%
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
3.4%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2005
Sold by
R&N Rlty Investments
Bought by
Wheeler Jeffrey H and Wheeler Jessica R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2001
Sold by
Lutz Peter E and Lutz Maureen H
Bought by
Cundy David L and Ferguson Letitia L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1988
Sold by
Wastell Jean E
Bought by
Lutz Peter E
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Spruance Elizabeth -- --
Spruance Elizabeth -- --
Spruance Elizabeth $950,000 --
Spruance Elizabeth $950,000 --
Wheeler Jeffrey H $865,000 --
Wheeler Jeffrey H $865,000 --
Cundy David L $845,000 --
Cundy David L $845,000 --
Lutz Peter E $575,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lutz Peter E $720,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2012 12/06/12 Sold $950,000 -4.9% $339 / Sq Ft
11/06/2012 11/06/12 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2012 09/19/12 For Sale $999,000 -- $357 / 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 $19,079 $683,830 $330,820 $353,010
2023 $18,812 $683,830 $330,820 $353,010
2022 $17,632 $647,290 $330,820 $316,470
2021 $17,464 $647,290 $330,820 $316,470
2020 $20,043 $748,160 $401,100 $347,060
2019 $14,800 $552,440 $445,690 $106,750
2018 $18,057 $685,020 $445,690 $239,330
2017 $17,687 $685,020 $445,690 $239,330
2016 $17,434 $685,020 $445,690 $239,330
2015 $17,759 $716,380 $503,090 $213,290
2014 $17,480 $716,380 $503,090 $213,290
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • G

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Gibbons Group

    William Pitt

  • Patricia Prenderville

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Patricia Prenderville

    Higgins Group Real Estate

    (203) 984-9423

    2 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Patricia Prenderville
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99004722

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000221-000000-000025

Connecticut Fairfield County Fairfield 06824 Greenfield Hill

1296 Old Academy Rd, Fairfield, CT

This home is located at 1296 Old Academy Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824 since 19 September 2012 and is currently estimated at $1,569,424, approximately $560 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 1296 Old Academy Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Dwight Elementary School, Roger Ludlowe Middle School, and Fairfield Ludlowe High School.

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