NOT LISTED FOR SALE

245 Benedict Hill Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,313,000 - $3,512,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
5,300 Sq Ft
$546/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 23, 2016

Last sale price $1,945,000 $367 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,377/month

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Health Club
  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Barn
  • Heated In Ground Pool

About This Home

As of September 2016

Come be enchanted by this one of a kind retreat. Beautifully updated with over 5000 square feet of living space in main house including five bedrooms. Sun filled kitchen with top of the line appliances and double dishwashers flows seamlessly into fabulous family room and additional custom designed study featuring handsome antique elements. The Post and Beam barn consists of a full bathroom with oversized loft. The adjacent paddle/sports court and custom pool are all surrounded by an estate setting with mature gardens. Nothing like it on the market!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

April Kaynor

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0792374 Listed on: 05/09/2016

William Raveis Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Kelly Defrancesco

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0771153

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Jones

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0756026

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,508

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 4 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 4AC

Parking

  • 5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Barn

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Juliska pendants over island; FR/DR chandeliers; Mounted TVs

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Health Club
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,508

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4370
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4370
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 930
  • Total Sq Ft: 5300
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park
  • Exclusions: Juliska pendants over island; FR/DR chandeliers; Mounted TVs
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 7702
  • Directions: Valley to Benedict Hill Rd. Lockbox at Mudroom entrance on side
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Main
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 245

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool, Spa
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 5

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.0000
  • Lot Description: Fence - Full, Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: 4AC

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 20508
  • Total Assessed Value: 1283000
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.310
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.985
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 188341

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 9, 2016
Closed on
Sep 26, 2016
Sold by
Martin Scott L and Martin Andrea G
Bought by
Stevens Alexandra G
Seller's Agent
April Kaynor
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Jones
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,150,000
Sold Price
$1,945,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$205,000
-9.53%
Total Days on Market
44
Current Estimated Value
$2,893,799

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$948,799
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.46%
Original Mortgage
$1,361,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,090,431
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,752,180

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1998
Sold by
Potter Jeffrey W and Stone-Potter Jennifer
Bought by
Martin Scott L and Gove-Martin Andrea E
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
Stevens Alexandra G $1,945,000 --
Martin Scott L $775,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Martin Scott L $1,361,500
Previous Owner Martin Scott L $1,399,470
Previous Owner Martin Scott L $249,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Sold $1,945,000 -9.5% $367 / Sq Ft
08/24/2016 08/24/16 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2016 05/09/16 For Sale $2,150,000 -- $406 / 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 $25,598 $1,585,990 $567,000 $1,018,990
2023 $23,253 $1,227,730 $571,620 $656,110
2022 $22,553 $1,227,730 $571,620 $656,110
2021 $22,296 $1,227,730 $571,620 $656,110
2020 $22,296 $1,227,730 $571,620 $656,110
2019 $22,394 $1,227,730 $571,620 $656,110
2018 $21,773 $1,283,800 $604,800 $679,000
2017 $21,401 $1,283,800 $604,800 $679,000
2016 $20,939 $1,283,800 $604,800 $679,000
2015 $20,528 $1,283,800 $604,800 $679,000
2014 $19,069 $1,227,100 $604,800 $622,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • April Kaynor

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    April Kaynor

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (203) 216-2194

    74 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    April Kaynor
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  • Kelly Defrancesco

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Kelly Defrancesco

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (203) 667-4074

    94 in this area

    104 Total Sales

    Kelly Defrancesco
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  • Melissa Jones

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Melissa Jones

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 801-8059

    62 in this area

    77 Total Sales

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99145295

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000046-000118-000165

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

245 Benedict Hill Rd, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 245 Benedict Hill Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 09 May 2016 and is currently estimated at $2,893,799, approximately $545 per square foot. This property was built in 1983. 245 Benedict Hill 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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