NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 Bennetts Farm Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $608,000 - $659,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,444 Sq Ft
$433/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2017

Last sale price $395,000 $274 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,000/month

101 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Golf Course Community
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Ridgebury Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of August 2017

Move right into this wonderfully updated 3 bedroom ranch with two full bathrooms sited lovely landscaped and private corner lot Updates and improvements include new windows (2012), new driveway (2012), new roof (2012), updates baths and kitchen (2012-13), extensive tree work opening up a sun lit yard, new stainless appliances (2012), propane gas fireplace (2017), interior (2012) and exterior (2017) painted. Non smoker - pet free home. Convenient to elementary school, ball fields, open space, trails. Access to Rainbow Lake Pride of ownership is quite obvious -- this gem of a home awaits you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Frey

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0751831 Listed on: 05/19/2017

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Yulka Markevich

Iron Gates Realty License #REB.0755904

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,051

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned RA

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,444 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Ridgebury Elementary School
  • Scotts Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,051

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: North Ridgefield
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Ranch, Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1444
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1144
  • Total Sq Ft: 1444
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Pool, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Pool
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Limestone Road to Bennetts Farm Road; house is on corner of Mountain and Bennetts Farm
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 253

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2800
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Treed
  • Zoning: RA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 6051
  • Total Assessed Value: 226720
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.690
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.690
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 276801

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2017
Closed on
Aug 31, 2017
Sold by
Lowman Shelby and Lowman Elaine
Bought by
Tanz Gillian and Takach Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
John Frey
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Yulka Markevich
Iron Gates Realty
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,000
-12.03%
Current Estimated Value
$625,229

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$230,229
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.23%
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2006
Sold by
Martin Joann
Bought by
Farenga Joseph A and Farenga Kelly A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
6.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1998
Sold by
Mcardle Phillip M
Bought by
Larue Joanne
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tanz Gillian $395,000 --
Farenga Joseph A $440,000 --
Larue Joanne $206,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Larue Joanne $316,000
Previous Owner Larue Joanne $200,000
Previous Owner Larue Joanne $69,630
Previous Owner Larue Joanne $352,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2017 08/28/17 Sold $395,000 -2.9% $274 / Sq Ft
08/28/2017 08/28/17 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2017 07/05/17 Price Changed $407,000 -4.2% $282 / Sq Ft
06/19/2017 06/19/17 Price Changed $425,000 -5.3% $294 / Sq Ft
05/19/2017 05/19/17 For Sale $449,000 +85.2% $311 / Sq Ft
06/12/2012 06/12/12 Sold $242,500 -9.9% $168 / Sq Ft
05/13/2012 05/13/12 Pending -- -- --
01/03/2012 01/03/12 For Sale $269,000 -- $186 / 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
2025 $8,219 $300,090 $168,980 $131,110
2024 $7,907 $300,090 $168,980 $131,110
2023 $7,745 $300,090 $168,980 $131,110
2022 $7,260 $255,380 $124,250 $131,130
2021 $7,204 $255,380 $124,250 $131,130
2020 $7,181 $255,380 $124,250 $131,130
2019 $7,181 $255,380 $124,250 $131,130
2018 $7,094 $255,380 $124,250 $131,130
2017 $6,169 $226,720 $127,930 $98,790
2016 $6,051 $226,720 $127,930 $98,790
2015 $5,897 $226,720 $127,930 $98,790
2014 $5,897 $226,720 $127,930 $98,790
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99186067

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000006-E000025