Seller's Agent in 2019
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 856-5534
262 in this area
340 Total Sales
19 Playground Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877
Estimated Value: $1,173,000 - $1,305,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,388
Sq Ft
$287/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Finished Attic
- 1 Fireplace
- Branchville Elementary School Rated A
- Attic
- No HOA
About This Home
As of January 2019Exceptional Value - A Must See! Character inside and out! Beautiful 4300+ Sq.Ft. Colonial, freshly painted & updated. Most convenient location to all points south. Expansive, custom-built home providing all the amenities for modern living including charming Victorian accents such as 9+ foot ceilings, wide plank wood flooring, large windows & a wonderful open floor plan. Perfectly proportioned rooms include the light & bright Kitchen w/new appliances, new granite & a fabulous walk-in pantry with an adjoining large Breakfast Room; Family Room featuring multiple windows; spacious Formal Dining Room; handsome Living Room with a wood burning fireplace and more! The upper levels include a Master Suite w/an updated private bath & walk-in closet, plus 3 add'l bedrooms, a large full bath & laundry, while the finished 3rd floor incl a 5th bedroom, a full bath & rec room, which would function perfectly as in an in-law or au pair suite. In addition, there is a finished lower level for a playroom or gym. Sited on 1 acre of private grounds, a wonderful 20'x20' patio overlooks the home’s terraced backyard & firepit, perennial flower beds & mature plantings. A huge front porch is an add'l place to relax. Separate Carriage House-inspired garage w/2-car bays has stairs to a full 2nd floor with potential to finish. This home is a short walk to Branchville Train Station, shopping, cafes and restaurants, baseball fields, Martin Park, and Branchville Elementary. Best value in Ridgefield!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0766790 Listed on: 08/15/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,131
Year Built
- Built in 1995
Lot Details
- 1.04 Acre Lot
- Many Trees
- Garden
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Shingle Siding
- Cedar Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Walkup Attic
- Finished Attic
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Storage
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Private Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near shops
- Property is near a golf course
Schools
- Branchville Elementary School
- East Ridge Middle School
- Ridgefield High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Private Company Owned Well
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Ask agent for full list of inclusions-exclusions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 15, 2018
Closed on
Jan 24, 2019
Sold by
Matthews Brian and Matthews Jolene
Bought by
Sanders John W
Seller's Agent
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Valeria Amarante
Century 21 Scala Group
List Price
$694,000
Sold Price
$642,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$51,500
-7.42%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$616,435
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.33%
Original Mortgage
$601,450
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 1997
Sold by
Mygatt Peter B
Bought by
Wilson Sean C and Wilson Kathryn M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 1995
Sold by
Doherty Dinny D
Bought by
Mygatt Peter B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanders John W | $642,500 | -- | |
| Wilson Sean C | $442,000 | -- | |
| Mygatt Peter B | $259,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mygatt Peter B | $601,450 | |
| Previous Owner | Mygatt Peter B | $596,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mygatt Peter B | $413,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2019 01/23/19 | Sold | $642,500 | -4.8% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 01/07/2019 01/07/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/07/2018 11/07/18 | Price Changed | $675,000 | -2.7% | $154 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2018 08/15/18 | For Sale | $694,000 | -6.8% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2013 07/22/13 | Sold | $745,000 | -3.1% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2013 06/22/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/10/2013 01/10/13 | For Sale | $769,000 | -- | $175 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,010 | $621,040 | $227,710 | $393,330 |
| 2024 | $16,364 | $621,040 | $227,710 | $393,330 |
| 2023 | $14,804 | $573,580 | $227,710 | $345,870 |
| 2022 | $13,963 | $491,120 | $140,120 | $351,000 |
| 2021 | $13,854 | $491,120 | $140,120 | $351,000 |
| 2020 | $13,810 | $491,120 | $140,120 | $351,000 |
| 2019 | $13,810 | $491,120 | $140,120 | $351,000 |
| 2018 | $14,131 | $508,670 | $140,120 | $368,550 |
| 2017 | $13,573 | $498,810 | $130,390 | $368,420 |
| 2016 | $13,313 | $498,810 | $130,390 | $368,420 |
| 2015 | $12,974 | $498,810 | $130,390 | $368,420 |
| 2014 | $12,974 | $498,810 | $130,390 | $368,420 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Karla Murtaugh
-
Valeria Amarante
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Valeria Amarante
Century 21 Scala Group
(203) 952-5691
1 in this area
199 Total Sales
-
Marion Filley
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Marion Filley
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 515-1387
6 in this area
121 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170116006
APN: RIDG-000017-I000102
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