NOT LISTED FOR SALE

258 Dans Hwy New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $1,570,000 - $2,307,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,598 Sq Ft
$547/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2020

Last sale price $900,000 $250 Per Sq Ft

Est. 119% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,694/month

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Tennis Courts
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2.02 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of September 2020

Light is everywhere in this lovely Colonial on just over two flat, acres in New Canaan. Floor to ceiling windows,French doors and skylights fill this home with sun throughout the day. The "flow" of 258 Dans Highway is extraordinary and perfect for gathering friends or family. Enter through the gracious, twenty three foot foyer and walk straight ahead to a dramatic two story living room with a fireplace, cathedral ceiling and a wall of windows overlooking the garden area. A formal dining room can easily seat 10-12 guests.The kitchen/family room has a cathedral ceiling, French doors, oversized windows, and cherry cabinets. There is a large central counter with plenty of room for stools, a built in banquette and still more room for additional seating. The main level master bedroom suite contains three closets and built in dresser feature. Through two French doors is the updated marble bathroom with double sinks,a large shower and soaking tub. On the second floor are three more bedrooms including one that is ensuite,and a renovated hall bath. The third level is a large attic that can be finished as the perfect bonus room.The property is bucolic with garden areas, mature plantings,two stone terraces,a large flat yard and a tennis court! Whole house generator.Just three miles to downtown New Canaan.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

karen Brewer

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0765735 Listed on: 06/03/2020

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Rwambuya

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0791187

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,748

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 2.02 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned 200

Parking

  • Private Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,598 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Walkup Attic

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Terrace
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,748

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3598
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3598
  • Total Sq Ft: 3598
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6685
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/13/2020
  • Directions: Dans Highway to number 258.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 258

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Shed, Stone Wall, Tennis Court, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Slab
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0200
  • Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 15748
  • Total Assessed Value: 867160
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 184410

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2020
Closed on
Sep 14, 2020
Sold by
Crofton Michael J and Crofton Joan H
Bought by
Gress Susan and Gress Scott
Seller's Agent
karen Brewer
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Rwambuya
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-18.18%
Total Days on Market
59
Current Estimated Value
$1,969,285

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,069,285
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.68%
Original Mortgage
$512,000
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 1991
Sold by
Crowell William and Crowell Nancy
Bought by
Crofton Michael and Crofton Joan
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
Gress Susan $900,000 None Available
Crofton Michael $440,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gress Scott $520,000
Closed Gress Scott $250,000
Closed Gress Susan $512,000
Previous Owner Crofton Michael $1,000,000
Previous Owner Crofton Michael $419,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2020 09/17/20 Sold $900,000 -9.5% $250 / Sq Ft
08/01/2020 08/01/20 Pending -- -- --
07/06/2020 07/06/20 Price Changed $995,000 -9.5% $277 / Sq Ft
06/03/2020 06/03/20 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $306 / 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 $19,678 $1,219,190 $738,150 $481,040
2023 $17,413 $919,380 $674,240 $245,140
2022 $15,930 $867,160 $674,240 $192,920
2021 $15,748 $867,160 $674,240 $192,920
2020 $15,748 $867,160 $674,240 $192,920
2019 $15,817 $867,160 $674,240 $192,920
2018 $17,935 $1,057,490 $728,280 $329,210
2017 $17,628 $1,057,490 $728,280 $329,210
2016 $17,248 $1,057,490 $728,280 $329,210
2015 $16,909 $1,057,490 $728,280 $329,210
2014 $16,433 $1,057,490 $728,280 $329,210
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170301137

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000028-000025-000022