NOT LISTED FOR SALE

174 N Salem Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $1,273,000 - $1,480,000

6 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,991 Sq Ft
$349/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2019

Last sale price $920,000 $231 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,854/month

77 Days on Market

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 2019

A 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

Karla Murtaugh

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0766790 Listed on: 02/01/2019

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Shoshana Snyder

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0793743

William Raveis Real Estate

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,670

Year Built

Built in 1760

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Village Center
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3721
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3721
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 270
  • Total Sq Ft: 3991
  • Year Built: 1760
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: See supplements for inclusion/exclusion list
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: North Salem Road (Rte 116) to #124 on right with white fence when coming from Ridgefield town center.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 14
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 174

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Porch, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Pond, River
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, In Ground Pool, Heated, Salt Water, Safety Fence, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Unpaved
  • Driveway Type: Private, Gravel

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • Middle School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.3700
  • Lot Description: Water View, Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: RAA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 16670
  • Total Assessed Value: 600080
  • Mil Rate Base: 27.780
  • Mil Rate Total: 27.780
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 277417

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2019
Closed on
May 23, 2019
Sold by
Valentin Jorge and Valentin Amy H
Bought by
Brogan Kelly
Seller's Agent
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Shoshana Snyder
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,015,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-9.36%
Total Days on Market
77
Current Estimated Value
$1,390,969

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$470,969
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.08%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2011
Sold by
Byl Tracy R
Bought by
Valentin Jorge and Valentin Amy H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 1994
Sold by
Yaremko Peter and Yaremko Joanne
Bought by
Byl Michael and Byl Tracy
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Brogan Kelly $920,000 --
Valentin Jorge $535,000 --
Byl Michael $350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Byl Michael $231,200
Previous Owner Byl Michael $800,000
Source: Public Records

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
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 $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
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170159366

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000012-E000010