NOT LISTED FOR SALE

279 South Ave New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,206,000 - $2,402,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,105 Sq Ft
$560/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 01, 2021

Last sale price $1,505,000 $367 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,805/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of July 2021

This picture-perfect in-town beauty has charm, is perfectly sized & impeccably maintained inside and out. The first floor has a beautifully updated kitchen with granite, generously sized family room w/FP, formal dining room with French doors to a screened porch, luxurious 1st floor master suite w/FP, French doors & stunning master bath. All well-appointed and meticulously kept.
3 generously sized bedrooms and full bath complete the second floor. Easy to maintain exterior with tons of curb appeal - walk to all. Great condo alternative.
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Last Agent to Sell the Property

Toni-Ann Vittoria

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0760234 Listed on: 01/15/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Hannelore Kaplan

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0771569

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,442

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned 500

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Screened Porch
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Faux Living room F/P - excluded. All sconces. Entry way, dining room & kitchen chandeliers excluded.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,442

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3057
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3057
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1048
  • Total Sq Ft: 4105
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Pool
  • Exclusions: Faux Living room F/P - excluded. All sconces. Entry way, dining room & kitchen chandeliers excluded.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6546
  • Directions: SOUTH AVE
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 279

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Porch-Screened, Sidewalk, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

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: 0.3500
  • Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: 500

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 17442
  • Total Assessed Value: 960470
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1788926

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 15, 2021
Closed on
Jun 29, 2021
Sold by
Knoop Louis J and Knoop Judith C
Bought by
Northwind Llc
Seller's Agent
Toni-Ann Vittoria
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Hannelore Kaplan
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,505,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
3.79%
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
$2,297,046

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$792,046
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2005
Sold by
Baranet Christine M
Bought by
Knoop Louis J and Knoop Judith C

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2003
Sold by
Hoover Alton and Hoover Patricia
Bought by
Baranet Christine M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$475,000
Interest Rate
5.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 1993
Sold by
Stewart Todd
Bought by
Hoover Alton and Hoover Patricia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 1993
Sold by
Independence One Mtg
Bought by
Stewart Todd
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
Northwind Llc $1,505,000 None Available
Knoop Louis J $1,325,000 --
Baranet Christine M $855,000 --
Hoover Alton $536,250 --
Stewart Todd $180,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Parker James $250,000
Previous Owner Parker James $586,200
Previous Owner Parker James $475,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2021 07/01/21 Sold $1,505,000 +3.8% $367 / Sq Ft
01/26/2021 01/26/21 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2021 01/15/21 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $353 / 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 $22,934 $1,420,930 $966,000 $454,930
2023 $18,191 $960,470 $743,890 $216,580
2022 $17,644 $960,470 $743,890 $216,580
2021 $17,442 $960,470 $743,890 $216,580
2020 $17,442 $960,470 $743,890 $216,580
2019 $17,519 $960,470 $743,890 $216,580
2018 $15,539 $882,490 $631,400 $251,090
2017 $15,257 $882,490 $631,400 $251,090
2016 $14,911 $882,490 $631,400 $251,090
2015 $15,123 $882,490 $631,400 $251,090
2014 $14,209 $882,490 $631,400 $251,090
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Toni-Ann Vittoria

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Toni-Ann Vittoria

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (203) 984-1507

    25 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Toni-Ann Vittoria
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  • Hannelore Kaplan

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Hannelore Kaplan

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (914) 450-3880

    151 in this area

    190 Total Sales

    Hannelore Kaplan
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Wendy Werneburg

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (203) 966-3555

    19 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Wendy Werneburg
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170364803

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000000-N000138-H000065A

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

279 South Ave, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 279 South Ave, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 15 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,297,046, approximately $559 per square foot. This property was built in 1993. 279 South Ave is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including South Elementary School, Saxe Middle School, and New Canaan High School.

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