NOT LISTED FOR SALE

181 Brushy Ridge Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,245,054 - $2,532,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,524 Sq Ft
$531/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 03, 2021

Last sale price $1,720,000 $380 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,301/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2021

Move right in to this beautiful 5 bedroom colonial, set on over an acre, yet conveniently located less than a mile from the village center. Freshly painted and updated throughout, it features a sparkling white kitchen with marble counters, formal living and dining rooms, a sun-filled family room with fireplace, and a lower-level playroom/rec room, craft area and private office. A 'bonus' room (currently being used as another home office) could be au-pair or in-law suite with the adjacent 5th bedroom/full bath. Western facing deck, perfect for outdoor entertaining, overlooks the expansive lawn and offers gorgeous sunset views. Numerous updates incl new roof, systems, siding, windows, generator and more. (See LB for extensive list).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Gronseth

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0760862 Listed on: 05/26/2021

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Libby Mattson

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0795773

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,281

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 1.48 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned 300

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Masonry Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,281

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3424
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3424
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1100
  • Total Sq Ft: 4524
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6148
  • Directions: Smith Ridge to Brushy Ridge - driveway down private lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Liveable Space, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Brick, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Asphalt

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: East
  • Middle School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.4800
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 300

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 17281
  • Total Assessed Value: 951580
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 187165

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: East
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2021
Closed on
Aug 3, 2021
Sold by
Oehmler Richard and Oehmler Patricia
Bought by
Nielsen Brian and Stockton Katlynn
Seller's Agent
Barbara Gronseth
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Libby Mattson
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,639,000
Sold Price
$1,720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$81,000
4.94%
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$2,401,014

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$681,014
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$1,204,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,117,196
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,101,891

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2004
Sold by
Huey Burkett Wakefie and Huey Mary Carroll
Bought by
Oehmler Richard M and Oehmler Patricia L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
5%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Nielsen Brian $1,720,000 None Available
Oehmler Richard M $1,362,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Nielsen Brian $1,204,000
Previous Owner Oehmler Patricia L $500,000
Previous Owner Huey Burkett $800,000
Previous Owner Huey Burkett $700,000
Previous Owner Huey Burkett $297,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/03/2021 08/03/21 Sold $1,720,000 +4.9% $380 / Sq Ft
06/04/2021 06/04/21 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2021 05/26/21 For Sale $1,639,000 -- $362 / 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 $18,705 $1,158,920 $636,300 $522,620
2023 $18,023 $951,580 $612,150 $339,430
2022 $17,481 $951,580 $612,150 $339,430
2021 $17,281 $951,580 $612,150 $339,430
2020 $17,281 $951,580 $612,150 $339,430
2019 $17,357 $951,580 $612,150 $339,430
2018 $18,830 $1,110,270 $680,120 $430,150
2017 $18,508 $1,110,270 $680,120 $430,150
2016 $18,109 $1,110,270 $680,120 $430,150
2015 $17,753 $1,110,270 $680,120 $430,150
2014 $17,254 $1,110,270 $680,120 $430,150
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Barbara Gronseth

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Barbara Gronseth

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 524-0880

    10 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Barbara Gronseth
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  • Libby Mattson

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Libby Mattson

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 820-5524

    33 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    Libby Mattson
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170402570

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000038-000093-000624

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

181 Brushy Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 181 Brushy Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 26 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,401,014, approximately $530 per square foot. This property was built in 1976. 181 Brushy Ridge Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including East Elementary School, Saxe Middle School, and New Canaan High School.

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