NOT LISTED FOR SALE

279 West Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,521,000 - $3,784,124

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,655 Sq Ft
$1,227/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 02, 2013

Last sale price $1,375,000 $518 Per Sq Ft

Est. 137% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,461/month

98 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Colonial Architecture
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • 3.19 Acre Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of July 2013

Beautiful 3.2 acre property in top location. Very pretty pond on property. Great renovation project.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hugh Halsell

Houlihan Lawrence License #REB.0791059 Listed on: 03/26/2013

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Jane Campbell

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0097065

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,234

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 3.19 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 200

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,655 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,234

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2655
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2655
  • Total Sq Ft: 2655
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4916
  • Directions: Rte 124 thru town, left on West Road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 279

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Block

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • Middle School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.1900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Water View
  • Zoning: 200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2012-June 2013
  • Property Tax: 18234
  • Total Assessed Value: 1295000
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.080
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 184764
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2012

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
Mar 26, 2013
Closed on
Jul 3, 2013
Sold by
Maloney Christina P and Maloney Virginia M
Bought by
Emson Thomas and Emson Anne
Seller's Agent
Hugh Halsell
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Jane Campbell
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.43%
Total Days on Market
98
Current Estimated Value
$3,257,281

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,882,281
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.84%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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
Emson Thomas $5,275,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Emson Thomas $2,675,000
Closed Maloney Clifton $1,100,000
Previous Owner Maloney Clifton $322,000
Previous Owner Maloney Clifton $207,000
Previous Owner Maloney Clifton $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/02/2013 07/02/13 Sold $1,375,000 -1.4% $518 / Sq Ft
06/02/2013 06/02/13 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2013 03/26/13 For Sale $1,395,000 -- $525 / 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 $39,160 $2,426,270 $933,660 $1,492,610
2023 $35,757 $1,887,900 $852,110 $1,035,790
2022 $31,710 $1,726,200 $852,110 $874,090
2021 $18,223 $1,003,450 $852,110 $151,340
2020 $18,223 $1,003,450 $852,110 $151,340
2019 $18,303 $1,003,450 $852,110 $151,340
2018 $17,207 $1,014,580 $843,640 $170,940
2017 $16,913 $1,014,580 $843,640 $170,940
2016 $16,548 $1,014,580 $843,640 $170,940
2015 $16,801 $1,014,580 $843,640 $170,940
2014 $15,767 $1,014,580 $843,640 $170,940
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Hugh Halsell

    Houlihan Lawrence

    10 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    Hugh Halsell
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  • Jane Campbell

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Jane Campbell

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 253-2820

    5 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Jane Campbell
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99021262

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000033-000032-000021

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

279 West Rd, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 279 West Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 26 March 2013 and is currently estimated at $3,257,281, approximately $1,226 per square foot. This property was built in 1959. 279 West Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including West Elementary School, Saxe Middle School, and New Canaan High School.

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