NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $3,476,970 - $5,252,000

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
7,894 Sq Ft
$535/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2019

Last sale price $2,550,000 $323 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $27,061/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Beach Access
  • Golf Course Community
  • Dwight Elementary School Rated A
  • Guest House
  • Home fronts a sound

About This Home

As of December 2019

"Hillside" - One of the truly great estate properties in Fairfield County. Built on the highest point on Greenfield Hill, this 7 acre residence has commanding views of Long Island Sound. Circa 1927 French Manor home is in impeccable condition with newly added Pool House, and recently renovated Home Office and 2 bedroom Guest House. Main House has over 6,500 square feet with many of the original Cameron Clark details intact. Elegant with graceful proportions. There are 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and one half bath. Garage bays for 6+ cars. For over 90 years, this has remained one of the most coveted residences in Fairfield.
See Addendum for complete list of improvements.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Whiteley

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0770852 Listed on: 09/04/2019

Brown Harris Stevens

Co-Listed By

Al Filippone

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0750197

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Whiteley

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0770852 Listed on: 09/04/2019

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $75,012

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 7.6 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned AAA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Indoor Grill
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 6 Car Detached Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • Circular Driveway

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Public Water Access
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

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
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$75,012

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Greenfield Hill
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6126
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1768
  • Total Sq Ft: 7894
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Medical Facilities
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Home Office - complete renovation and construction of detached office including new bathroom, kitchen, gym, heating, cedar roof, and foundation. Guest House - complete renovation including new kitchen, new floors, new bathroom, new electrical conduit
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 09/04/2019
  • Directions: Hillside Rd between Bronson Rd and Congress St
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Heated, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Counter Grill, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 1514

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Grill, Guest House, Lighting, Patio, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, Water Community, Beach Rights, View
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Carport, Paved
  • Garages Number: 6
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, 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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 7.6000
  • Lot Description: Water View, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: AAA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 75012
  • Total Assessed Value: 2800000
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.790
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.790
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 130136

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

Listed on
Sep 4, 2019
Closed on
Dec 19, 2019
Sold by
Samuelson Joshua D and Samuelson Louise
Bought by
Fath Nancy E
Seller's Agent
Andrew Whiteley
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Whiteley
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$2,950,000
Sold Price
$2,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$400,000
-13.56%
Current Estimated Value
$4,125,373

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,575,373
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.33%
Original Mortgage
$2,167,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,900,959
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,107,009

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2009
Sold by
Allen Neil A and Allen Betsy H
Bought by
Samuelson Joshua D and Samuelson Louise

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2006
Sold by
Esse Todd W and Esse Anne
Bought by
Allen Neil A and Allen Betsy H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,235,000
Interest Rate
6.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2000
Sold by
Bronson Richard D and Baskin-Bronson Edith A
Bought by
Mcclinch Terrance J and Mcclinch Nancy C

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1995
Sold by
Lyons Penny S
Bought by
Bronson Richard D and Baskin Edith A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1992
Sold by
Naber James H and Naber Donna J
Bought by
Lyons Penny S
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Fath Nancy E $255,000 None Available
Fath Nancy E $255,000 None Available
Samuelson Joshua D $5,800,000 --
Samuelson Joshua D $5,800,000 --
Allen Neil A $6,050,000 --
Allen Neil A $6,050,000 --
Mcclinch Terrance J $6,785,000 --
Mcclinch Terrance J $6,785,000 --
Bronson Richard D $2,300,000 --
Bronson Richard D $2,300,000 --
Lyons Penny S $2,080,000 --
Lyons Penny S $2,080,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fath Nancy E $2,167,500
Closed Fath Nancy E $2,167,500
Previous Owner Naber James H $4,235,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2019 12/18/19 Sold $2,550,000 -13.6% $323 / Sq Ft
10/15/2019 10/15/19 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2019 09/04/19 For Sale $2,950,000 -- $374 / 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
2025 $53,687 $1,891,050 $820,330 $1,070,720
2024 $52,760 $1,891,050 $820,330 $1,070,720
2023 $51,888 $1,886,150 $820,330 $1,065,820
2022 $49,367 $1,812,300 $820,330 $991,970
2021 $48,896 $1,812,300 $820,330 $991,970
2020 $75,012 $2,800,000 $1,049,370 $1,750,630
2019 $75,012 $2,800,000 $1,049,370 $1,750,630
2018 $73,808 $2,800,000 $1,049,370 $1,750,630
2017 $72,296 $2,800,000 $1,049,370 $1,750,630
2016 $102,069 $4,010,580 $1,049,370 $2,961,210
2015 $104,724 $4,224,430 $1,911,840 $2,312,590
2014 $103,076 $4,224,430 $1,911,840 $2,312,590
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170231575

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000171-000000-000011