
174 N Salem Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877
Estimated Value: $1,273,000 - $1,480,000
Highlights
- Pool House
- River Front
- 2.37 Acre Lot
- Scotts Ridge Middle School Rated A
- Home fronts a pond
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of May 2019A stunning example of an impeccable vintage residence married to a modern expansion in 2012, the Samuel Olmstead House exudes a feeling of whimsy & romanticism from the moment you enter. Modern highlights include: a propane furnace; all new windows; upgraded electrical & central AC, while vintage character is found in an impressive double-high foyer w/a gently curving stairway to the upper level; ornate picture windows; 3 original, working wood-burning fireplaces + a gas-log fireplace in the addition; multiple pocket doors throughout to allow for gatherings of any size; beautiful wide board hardwood floors; iron floor grates; arched entryways; divided light windows and classic woodwork. Main level features: Parlor, Living & Dining Rooms, beautifully renovated Chef’s Kitchen featured in the book “Country French Kitchens”, Family room flooded w/ French doors to the Covered Porch & idyllic grounds , Study, Powder Room & Mudroom. Upstairs you will find a Master Suite w/ His & Hers WIC & a serene Master Bath; 4 add'l Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths & Laundry. The 3rd flr "Loft" includes a 6th Bedroom & a Rec Room. The walk-out Lower Level incl an Exercise Room, full bath & ample storage. The property itself is second-to-none & is conveniently located just a few minutes to downtown Ridgefield. Stone walls, a private pond + a heated, saltwater Gunite pool & pool house beautifully sited on level property. Impeccably maintained w/ too many improvements to mention. Approx. 1 hr. to NYC.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0766790 Listed on: 02/01/2019

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,670
Year Built
- Built in 1760
Lot Details
- 2.37 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a pond
- River Front
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned RAA
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4 Fireplaces
- Thermal Windows
- Entrance Foyer
- Home Gym
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Storage In Attic
- Walkup Attic
- Finished Attic
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Storage
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Smart Thermostat
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
- Unpaved Parking
Pool
- Pool House
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Gunite Pool
- Saltwater Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Shed
- Porch
Location
- Property is near shops
- Property is near a golf course
Schools
- Scotland Elementary School
- Scotts Ridge Middle School
- Ridgefield High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Private Company Owned Well
- Propane Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Ground
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: See supplements for inclusion/exclusion list
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Brogan Kelly | $920,000 | -- | |
Valentin Jorge | $535,000 | -- | |
Byl Michael | $350,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | Byl Michael | $231,200 | |
Previous Owner | Byl Michael | $800,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/22/2019 05/22/19 | Sold | $920,000 | -7.1% | $231 / Sq Ft |
04/19/2019 04/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/18/2019 03/18/19 | Price Changed | $990,000 | -2.5% | $248 / Sq Ft |
02/01/2019 02/01/19 | For Sale | $1,015,000 | -- | $254 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $17,668 | $670,530 | $246,610 | $423,920 |
2023 | $17,306 | $670,530 | $246,610 | $423,920 |
2022 | $17,060 | $600,080 | $176,170 | $423,910 |
2021 | $16,928 | $600,080 | $176,170 | $423,910 |
2020 | $16,874 | $600,080 | $176,170 | $423,910 |
2019 | $16,874 | $600,080 | $176,170 | $423,910 |
2018 | $16,670 | $600,080 | $176,170 | $423,910 |
2017 | $17,170 | $631,010 | $187,250 | $443,760 |
2016 | $16,842 | $631,010 | $187,250 | $443,760 |
2015 | $16,413 | $631,010 | $187,250 | $443,760 |
2014 | $16,413 | $631,010 | $187,250 | $443,760 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2019
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 856-5534
267 in this area
341 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Shoshana Snyder
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 321-3502
2 in this area
111 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170159366

APN: RIDG-000012-E000010
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