NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1578 Ponus Ridge New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $4,270,000 - $4,766,000

6 Beds
9 Baths
8,747 Sq Ft
$517/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 12, 2023

Last sale price $3,700,000 $423 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $27,428/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • 2.01 Acre Lot
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2023

Welcome to an extraordinary home! From the moment you see this stunning custom residence and property, to your first steps into this exceptional home, your excitement grows. Sophisticated and chic with perfectly proportioned rooms throughout, beginning in the fabulous Foyer. Just beyond is the beautiful Living Room with coffered ceiling and the first of 6 fireplaces throughout the home! Enjoy working or relaxing in the handsome paneled and stone Library with fireplace. Walls of windows throughout make this a light-filled home even on rainy days! And what a Kitchen! Creating special holiday meals or preparing everyday ones, this the place! Luxury appliances, gorgeous custom cabinetry, rich stone counters, you may be tempted to have every meal here! Enjoy the spacious Family room with views to the spectacular property. Primary suite is a private retreat -- fireplace, spa bath, balcony, dressing room, walk-in closets. 5 more spacious bedrooms, all with ensuite baths and each with different architectural features from window seats, fireplace, built-ins, and even one with a balcony. Amazing Gym, Yoga room, Playroom with climbing wall and fireplace are here to relax, workout and enjoy. Love the outdoors? Privacy with gorgeous gardens, terraces, inviting pool, outdoor kitchen, fire pit. All minutes away from the the loveliest New England village - New Canaan with shopping, library, schools, train, and recreation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rita Kirby

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0766547 Listed on: 04/06/2023

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Annaliese Kirby

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0817741

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Vanderblue

Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0751136

Higgins Group Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $38,577

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 2.01 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Screened Porch
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Draperies & Shades Negotiable
  • Assessor Parcel Number 184384

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$38,577

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7747
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1000
  • Total Sq Ft: 8747
  • Year Built: 2004
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Draperies & Shades Negotiable
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 14011
  • Directions: Merritt Parkway exit 36 to Jelliff Mill on left. Right on Ponus Ridge
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Ridge
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 15
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 9
  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Grill, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Screened, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Frontage River View
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated, Safety Fence, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 3
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt, Crushed Stone
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.01
  • Lot Description: Water View Fence - Privacy Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: 2
  • Parcel #: 184384

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 38577

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 6, 2023
Closed on
May 3, 2023
Sold by
Keenan Colin and Keenan Kimberly
Bought by
Ka Claessens Ft 12 21 199
Seller's Agent
Rita Kirby
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Julie Vanderblue
Higgins Group Real Estate
List Price
$3,595,000
Sold Price
$3,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
2.92%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
$4,525,958

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$825,958
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.22%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2018
Closed on
May 30, 2019
Sold by
Joyce Stephanie and Vos James
Bought by
Keenan Colin and Keenan Kimberly
Seller's Agent
Janis Hennessy
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rita Kirby
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$3,850,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,050,000
-27.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.31%
Original Mortgage
$1,960,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2008
Sold by
Palmer France S
Bought by
Vos James H and Joyce Stephanie L
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
Ka Claessens Ft 12 21 199 $3,700,000 None Available
Keenan Colin $2,800,000 --
Vos James H $5,200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vos James H $1,960,000
Previous Owner Vos James H $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/12/2023 05/12/23 Sold $3,700,000 +2.9% $423 / Sq Ft
04/17/2023 04/17/23 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2023 04/10/23 For Sale $3,595,000 +28.4% $411 / Sq Ft
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Sold $2,800,000 -15.0% $320 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2018 09/16/18 Price Changed $3,295,000 -5.7% $377 / Sq Ft
07/15/2018 07/15/18 Price Changed $3,495,000 -5.4% $400 / Sq Ft
05/15/2018 05/15/18 Price Changed $3,695,000 -4.0% $422 / Sq Ft
04/18/2018 04/18/18 For Sale $3,850,000 -- $440 / 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 $43,161 $2,586,010 $738,150 $1,847,860
2024 $41,738 $2,586,010 $738,150 $1,847,860
2023 $39,774 $2,100,000 $741,230 $1,358,770
2022 $38,577 $2,100,000 $741,230 $1,358,770
2021 $38,136 $2,100,000 $741,230 $1,358,770
2020 $38,136 $2,100,000 $741,230 $1,358,770
2019 $42,812 $2,347,170 $741,230 $1,605,940
2018 $48,173 $2,840,390 $800,800 $2,039,590
2017 $47,349 $2,840,390 $800,800 $2,039,590
2016 $46,327 $2,840,390 $800,800 $2,039,590
2015 $45,418 $2,840,390 $800,800 $2,039,590
2014 $44,140 $2,840,390 $800,800 $2,039,590
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170560212

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000027-000024-000031