$1,400,000
SOLD JUN 2, 2021

256 White Oak Shade Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,630 Sq Ft
1.75 Acres

Recently Sold

$386 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home fronts a pond
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 3 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of June 2021

Set back from White Oak Shade Rd in a peaceful and private setting, this move in ready colonial is sited on 1.75 flat acres. The floor plan and amenities provide ease of living and plenty of flexible space to work and play. The Kitchen by Deane is outfitted with Chef's appliances. The 4th bedroom can be an optional study. Convenient location and minutes to everything. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Jones

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0756026 Listed on: 01/20/2021

Houlihan Lawrence

Co-Listed By

Lisa Ferrante

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0800504

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non-Member

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,297

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 1.75 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Stone Wall
  • Open Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned 300

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storage In Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Shared Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Fridge in basement, Living Room/Guest Bedroom drapes-hardware stays, Family Room TV-TV arm stays, urns, Playset negotiable

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,297

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2830
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2830
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 3630
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Exclusions: Fridge in basement, Living Room/Guest Bedroom drapes-hardware stays, Family Room TV-TV arm stays, urns, Playset negotiable
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5588
  • Directions: Exit 37 to Gerdes Rd, left on White Oak Shade to #256
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry in the Mudroom
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 256

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Stone Wall, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Shared, Paved

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.7500
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Open Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial, Fence - Wood
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 300

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 13297
  • Total Assessed Value: 732200
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 186924

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
Jan 20, 2021
Closed on
May 28, 2021
Sold by
Gelston Sean and Hlawaty Ingrid
Bought by
Swergold Jason and Swergold Melissa
Seller's Agent
Melissa Jones
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
12.09%
Total Days on Market
23
Current Estimated Value
$1,934,842

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$534,842
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,033,683
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$753,699

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2012
Closed on
Aug 9, 2012
Sold by
Grogan Edward W and Grogan Anne
Bought by
Gelston Sean M and Hlawaty Ingrid
Seller's Agent
Christine Saxe
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Casey Lange
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,073,030
Premium/Discount to List
-$176,970
-14.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$858,400
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2007
Sold by
Wagner Robert A and Wagner Audrey M
Bought by
Grogan Edward W and Grogan Anne
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $1,073,030 --
Warranty Deed $1,212,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,120,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $1,120,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $735,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $824,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $858,400 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/02/2021 06/02/21 Sold $1,400,000 +12.1% $386 / Sq Ft
02/12/2021 02/12/21 Pending -- -- --
01/20/2021 01/20/21 For Sale $1,249,000 +16.4% $344 / Sq Ft
08/09/2012 08/09/12 Sold $1,073,030 -14.2% $379 / Sq Ft
07/10/2012 07/10/12 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2012 03/28/12 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $442 / 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 $16,382 $1,015,000 $704,900 $310,100
2023 $13,868 $732,200 $643,020 $89,180
2022 $13,451 $732,200 $643,020 $89,180
2021 $13,297 $732,200 $643,020 $89,180
2020 $13,297 $732,200 $643,020 $89,180
2019 $13,330 $730,800 $643,020 $87,780
2018 $13,574 $800,380 $529,200 $271,180
2017 $13,342 $800,380 $529,200 $271,180
2016 $13,054 $800,380 $529,200 $271,180
2015 $13,254 $800,380 $529,200 $271,180
2014 $12,438 $800,380 $529,200 $271,180
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170365903

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000036-000088-000028