NOT LISTED FOR SALE

256 Old Grumman Hill Rd Wilton, CT 06897

Cannondale Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,250,758 - $1,557,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
4,480 Sq Ft
$306/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 15, 2021

Last sale price $995,000 $222 Per Sq Ft

Est. 38% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,149/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Miller-Driscoll School Rated A
  • Finished Attic
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of October 2021

Stately Colonial perfectly perched on 1.25 acres in convenient South Wilton location. Property includes numerous rhododendrons, hydrangeas, a 40 foot long perennial garden, with beautiful stone walls, and an oversized flagstone patio. Inside you will find a welcoming foyer with wonderful flow and views through to the back of the house. A generous kitchen is the heart of this home. Perfect place to gather around a large island that seats six. Kitchen boasts granite counters and stainless appliances. Just off the kitchen is a vaulted ceiling family room with desk area and wet bar. This gorgeous family room has a wall of windows and French doors to the lovely patio. Elegant front to back living room has gorgeous windows bringing the outside in, plus built-ins and large fireplace. Dining room is part of the original 1940's home and has built-ins and fireplace and cozy window seat. First floor is completed with den and full bath. Current owners use this as a guest bedroom. Upstairs you will find enormous master suite with vaulted ceilings, walk in closet and separate office/sitting area. Master bath features jetted tub, vaulted ceilings, huge skylight and frameless glass shower. Two more bedrooms with large study nooks, laundry room, and a full bath complete this floor. Third floor bonus area used by current owners as a home gym. Come see this spectacular South Wilton Gem! Owner Agent.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Serpa

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0769539 Listed on: 08/11/2021

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Hagen

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0795000

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,176

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 1.25 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Stone Wall
  • Many Trees
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Garage Access
  • Sump Pump
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Miller-Driscoll Elementary School
  • Middlebrook School
  • Cider Mill Middle School
  • Wilton High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dining room light

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,176

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: South Wilton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3628
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3628
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 852
  • Total Sq Ft: 4480
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Dining room light excluded.
  • Exclusions: Dining room light
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 7024
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 09/20/2021
  • Directions: Route 7 turn onto Grumman Hill, left onto Old Grumman, second house on left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Basement Description: Partial, Crawl Space, Heated, Concrete Floor, Garage Access, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Compactor, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Second floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 256

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Brook
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • 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: Miller-Driscoll
  • Middle School: Middlebrook
  • High School: Wilton
  • Intermediate School: Cider Mill

Green Features

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.2500
  • Lot Description: Dry, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 15176
  • Total Assessed Value: 544530
  • Mil Rate Base: 27.870
  • Mil Rate Total: 27.870
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1924253

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Miller-Driscoll
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlebrook
  • High School: Wilton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2021
Closed on
Oct 15, 2021
Sold by
Serpa John F and Serpa Tracy B
Bought by
Droesch Ariel L and Droesch Brian T
Seller's Agent
Tracy Serpa
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Karen Hagen
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$995,000
Total Days on Market
40
Current Estimated Value
$1,369,690

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$374,690
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.43%
Original Mortgage
$796,000
Outstanding Balance
$744,518
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$590,062

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1992
Sold by
Costa Joe and Costa Merrilyn
Bought by
Serpa John and Serpa Tracy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 1989
Sold by
Nestler Norman
Bought by
Costa Joseph
Source: Public Records

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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
Droesch Ariel L $995,000 None Available
Serpa John $278,000 --
Costa Joseph $295,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Droesch Brian T $250,000
Open Droesch Ariel L $796,000
Previous Owner Costa Joseph $320,000
Previous Owner Costa Joseph $417,000
Previous Owner Costa Joseph $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/15/2021 10/15/21 Sold $995,000 0.0% $222 / Sq Ft
09/20/2021 09/20/21 Pending -- -- --
08/11/2021 08/11/21 For Sale $995,000 -- $222 / 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 $17,526 $732,060 $293,650 $438,410
2023 $15,933 $544,530 $272,370 $272,160
2022 $15,372 $544,530 $272,370 $272,160
2021 $15,176 $544,530 $272,370 $272,160
2020 $14,953 $544,530 $272,370 $272,160
2019 $15,541 $544,530 $272,370 $272,160
2018 $15,632 $554,540 $286,300 $268,240
2017 $15,400 $554,540 $286,300 $268,240
2016 $15,161 $554,540 $286,300 $268,240
2015 $14,878 $554,540 $286,300 $268,240
2014 $14,701 $554,540 $286,300 $268,240
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170428407

SmartMLS

APN: WILT-000041-000016