NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1480 Ponus Ridge New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $5,748,000 - $6,201,000

6 Beds
8 Baths
10,256 Sq Ft
$583/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 03, 2019

Last sale price $3,140,000 $306 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $38,136/month

1,281 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • 3.24 Acre Lot
  • Finished Attic
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of December 2019

Private country estate minutes from downtown New Canaan sited on the most stunning flat property with 200 feet of frontage on Rippowam River and unobstructed vistas over open land. Custom built to the highest standards for current owners by noted architect & builder, Alex Kaali-Nagy, this classic stone colonial is rich in architectural details with exquisite millwork throughout. Gated entrance, front & back covered porches overlooking gardens, lawn & specimen plantings. Pool and tennis court sites

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Inger Stringfellow

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0759018 Listed on: 04/20/2016

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Bonnie Sztam

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0777723

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $58,292

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 3.24 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 200

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Elevator
  • Central Vacuum
  • 8 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • West Elementary School
  • Saxe Middle School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dining Room chandelier & sconces; window treatments; audio/visual equipment

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$58,292

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 8756
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 8756
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1500
  • Total Sq Ft: 10256
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Remarks Public Addendum: 6th BR on 3rd flr w/ B & sitting rm being used as exercise room. Plans for pool & tennis court subject to TH approval
  • Exclusions: Dining Room chandelier & sconces; window treatments; audio/visual equipment
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 16382
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/30/2019
  • Directions: North on Weed Street, Left (W) on Wahackme, Right (N) on Ponus. House on left after Clearview Lane on left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 8.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access, Garage Access, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Elevator, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 1480

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Grill, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Slate
  • Waterfront Description: River, View, Direct Waterfront
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Radiant, Radiator, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • Middle School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.2400
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Water View, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: 200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 58292
  • Total Assessed Value: 3195850
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.240
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.240
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 184367

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2016
Closed on
Dec 2, 2019
Sold by
Higgins James and Higgins Susan
Bought by
Ristic Sasha
Seller's Agent
Inger Stringfellow
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Sztam
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$5,195,000
Sold Price
$3,140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,055,000
-39.56%
Total Days on Market
1281
Current Estimated Value
$5,976,742

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,836,742
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.35%
Original Mortgage
$2,140,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,922,798
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$3,490,952

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2008
Sold by
Wa Llc
Bought by
Higgins John J and Higgins Susan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$6,000,000
Interest Rate
5.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2006
Sold by
Byrnes Richard A
Bought by
Wa Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 1996
Sold by
Perron Frank B
Bought by
Byrnes Richard A and Byrnes Martha A
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
Ristic Sasha $3,140,000 --
Higgins John J $7,975,000 --
Wa Llc $875,000 --
Byrnes Richard A $750,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ristic Sasha $2,140,000
Previous Owner Byrnes Richard A $3,000,000
Previous Owner Byrnes Richard A $5,000,000
Previous Owner Byrnes Richard A $6,000,000
Previous Owner Byrnes Richard A $5,247,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/03/2019 12/03/19 Sold $3,140,000 -17.4% $306 / Sq Ft
10/23/2019 10/23/19 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2019 05/13/19 Price Changed $3,800,000 -15.5% $371 / Sq Ft
01/16/2019 01/16/19 Price Changed $4,495,000 -9.6% $438 / Sq Ft
04/12/2018 04/12/18 Price Changed $4,975,000 -4.2% $485 / Sq Ft
01/08/2018 01/08/18 For Sale $5,195,000 +65.4% $507 / Sq Ft
12/31/2017 12/31/17 Off Market $3,140,000 -- --
11/29/2017 11/29/17 Price Changed $5,195,000 -5.5% $507 / Sq Ft
04/25/2017 04/25/17 Price Changed $5,495,000 -18.6% $536 / Sq Ft
04/20/2016 04/20/16 For Sale $6,750,000 -- $658 / 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 $56,551 $3,503,780 $1,089,270 $2,414,510
2023 $50,794 $2,681,840 $714,420 $1,967,420
2022 $47,578 $2,590,000 $714,420 $1,875,580
2021 $47,034 $2,590,000 $714,420 $1,875,580
2020 $47,034 $2,590,000 $714,455 $1,875,545
2019 $58,292 $3,195,850 $1,017,380 $2,178,470
2018 $61,734 $3,640,000 $1,099,210 $2,540,790
2017 $77,339 $4,639,390 $1,099,210 $3,540,180
2016 $75,668 $4,639,390 $1,099,210 $3,540,180
2015 $74,184 $4,639,390 $1,099,210 $3,540,180
2014 $72,096 $4,639,390 $1,099,210 $3,540,180
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99141955

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000027-000024-000010