$1,600,000
SOLD SEP 26, 2025

171 Cross Hwy Redding, CT 06896

4 Beds
4 Baths
5,072 Sq Ft
2.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$315 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Redding Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of September 2025

As featured in the NY Times - the quintessential country retreat, just 60 miles from Manhattan. Impeccably remodeled & expanded with sparkling new pool & picturesque pond views. Majestic stone pillars lead to the sprawling front lawn & Victorian porch with swing. Upon entry, notice the 9' ceilings & gorgeous trim on all windows & walls, evoking classic New England design. The beautifully appointed music room adjoins the elegant library/office with stunning floor to ceiling custom millwork & antique stone chandelier. A gracious 6' wide hallway leads to the open concept DR & LR with its beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The sunlit wall of glass & windows overlooking the grounds is perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining, opening onto the large deck. Jaw dropping cook's kitchen with soaring double height cathedral ceilings, shaker cabinetry, quartz counters, large center island, 6 burner gas range, 2 ovens, 2 fridges, 2 dishwashers & new walk-through 10' x 9' butler's pantry. The serene primary suite with vaulted ceiling & wall of windows, offers panoramic vistas by day, stargazing by night, plus spa bath & dressing room. The second floor features three more generous bedrooms including one with custom window bench overlooking the back of the estate. The impressive lower level offers a wine cellar; 27'x14' studio with a 16' built in work table; billiards room; & magnificent home theater with drop-down 10' screen, stunning 8K projector & surround sound for the perfect movie night

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Ancona

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0770587 Listed on: 06/05/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Ancona

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0770587 Listed on: 06/05/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,077

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 2.21 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Redding Elementary School
  • John Read Middle School
  • Joel Barlow High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2123201

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,077

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Redding Center
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3601
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1471
  • Total Sq Ft: 5072
  • Year Built: 2001
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Step outside to the breathtakingly gorgeous grounds; take a dip in the huge pool with bluestone patio; relax in the gazebo with built in wifi outdoor speakers; or stroll to the private stone terrace with perennial gardens on the pond's edge, the perfect retreat for spotting great blue herons, geese, ducks, & more. Exquisite remodel & expansion of accomplished architect's own home, resulting in the perfect blend of relaxed refinement. Sellers can accommodate a quick closing, nothing to do but unpack and unwind in your new country retreat. If you're looking for gorgeous New England elegance on a private country estate 60 miles from the city, book your showing and fall in love.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Route 107 to Cross Highway to #171
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Street Type: Highway
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Storage, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Full With Hatchway
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Gym, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Shed, Porch, Deck, Lighting, French Doors
  • Exterior Siding: Hardie Board
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond View
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Heated, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Propane, Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.21
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped Rolling Water View
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Parcel #: 2123201

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 17077

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Redding
  • Middle Jr High School: John Read
  • High School: Joel Barlow

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2015
Closed on
Jul 29, 2015
Sold by
Prusak Robert S and Prusak Jamie D
Bought by
Madison Craig I and Cowan Kirsten R
Seller's Agent
Robert Neumann
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Beth Saunders
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$527,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-2.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.05%
Original Mortgage
$389,000
Outstanding Balance
$306,158
Interest Rate
3.97%
Estimated Equity
$1,373,571

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2007
Sold by
Lafayette Fncl Group L
Bought by
Prusak Robert S and Prusak Jamie D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Interest Rate
6.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2000
Sold by
Karraker Celine B
Bought by
Brinkman Robert W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
8.21%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $529,500 --
Warranty Deed $657,500 --
Warranty Deed $700,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $389,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $495,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $200,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $420,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Sold $1,600,000 -5.6% $315 / Sq Ft
09/08/2025 09/08/25 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 For Sale $1,695,000 +221.6% $334 / Sq Ft
07/21/2015 07/21/15 Sold $527,000 -2.2% $191 / Sq Ft
06/21/2015 06/21/15 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2015 05/02/15 For Sale $539,000 -- $196 / 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 $17,077 $578,100 $156,500 $421,600
2024 $16,603 $578,100 $156,500 $421,600
2023 $16,008 $578,100 $156,500 $421,600
2022 $13,203 $396,000 $168,800 $227,200
2021 $12,850 $391,300 $168,800 $222,500
2020 $12,850 $391,300 $168,800 $222,500
2019 $12,673 $385,900 $168,800 $217,100
2018 $12,101 $381,500 $168,800 $212,700
2017 $12,473 $421,100 $184,600 $236,500
2016 $11,421 $390,600 $184,600 $206,000
2015 $11,292 $390,600 $184,600 $206,000
2014 $11,292 $390,600 $184,600 $206,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24101636

SmartMLS

APN: REDD-000023-000000-000163