NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 South Ave New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,473,005 - $2,857,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,152 Sq Ft
$634/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 25, 2017

Last sale price $1,595,000 $384 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,628/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Solarium
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of September 2017

WALK TO EVERYTHING from this award-winning South Avenue Dutch Colonial - a timeless classic offering the best of in-town living. Lovingly renovated and expanded with state-of-art amenities. Gracious entry and formal rooms combine with spacious eat-in cook's kitchen creating the HEART-OF-THE-HOME. Custom cabinetry, island w/prep sink plus wet bar with wine fridge opens to the family room. French doors lead to the private blue stone terrace and gated secret garden. Fabulous floor plan offers a luxurious first floor master suite plus four additional family bedrooms. The second floor terrace offers outdoor living and views of the gardens. The walk-out lower level has a game room/media room with wet bar and full bath creating an optional au pair/in-law suite. A rare opportunity - Must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paola Carey

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0766497 Listed on: 09/08/2017

Houlihan Lawrence

Co-Listed By

Sara Marshall

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0435755

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Higgins

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0309665

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,772

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 600

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Solarium
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,772

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3352
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3352
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 4152
  • Year Built: 1929
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5444
  • Directions: Call Paola Carey for confirmed appt
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Heated, Cooled, Walk-out
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Solarium
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 228

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2600
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: 600

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 16772
  • Total Assessed Value: 992670
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.670
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 0.619
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.289
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 186050

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2017
Closed on
Sep 25, 2017
Sold by
Slattery Thomas and Slattery Kathryn
Bought by
Mastroianni Katherine and Mastroianni Raymond
Seller's Agent
Paola Carey
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Mary Higgins
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,595,000
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$2,633,751

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,038,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.80%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1992
Sold by
Bacco Felix and Bacco Mary
Bought by
Slattery Thomas and Slattery Kathryn
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
Mastroianni Katherine $1,595,000 --
Slattery Thomas $370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mastroianni Raymond $300,000
Open Slattery Thomas $750,000
Open Slattery Thomas $1,500,000
Previous Owner Slattery Thomas $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/25/2017 09/25/17 Sold $1,595,000 0.0% $384 / Sq Ft
09/14/2017 09/14/17 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2017 09/08/17 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $384 / 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 $22,117 $1,370,320 $924,000 $446,320
2023 $20,844 $1,100,540 $707,630 $392,910
2022 $20,217 $1,100,540 $707,630 $392,910
2021 $19,986 $1,100,540 $707,630 $392,910
2020 $19,986 $1,100,540 $707,630 $392,910
2019 $20,074 $1,100,540 $707,630 $392,910
2018 $17,479 $992,670 $600,600 $392,070
2017 $17,162 $992,670 $600,600 $392,070
2016 $16,772 $992,670 $600,600 $392,070
2015 $16,441 $992,670 $600,600 $392,070
2014 $15,983 $992,670 $600,600 $392,070
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Paola Carey

    Houlihan Lawrence

    10 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    Paola Carey
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  • S

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Sara Marshall

    Houlihan Lawrence

  • Mary Higgins

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Mary Higgins

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 247-1625

    42 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Mary Higgins
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170012736

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000000-N000061-000091

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

228 South Ave, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 228 South Ave, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 08 September 2017 and is currently estimated at $2,633,751, approximately $634 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 228 South Ave is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including South Elementary School, Saxe Middle School, and New Canaan High School.

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