NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 Turtle Back Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $4,447,918 - $5,640,000

6 Beds
7 Baths
7,807 Sq Ft
$647/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 23, 2021

Last sale price $3,675,000 $471 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $31,857/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Pool House
  • Open Floorplan
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2.22 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2021

This sophisticated shingle style Nantucket colonial is perfectly suited for today’s modern family. Situated on a beautiful West side cul de sac, the property offers breath taking sunset views while surrounded by lovely gardens and terraces that makes for perfect indoor/outdoor entertaining. This spectacular residence, designed by Louise Brooks, has uncompromising quality and casual elegance with every finish and detail. The chef's Kitchen by Deane includes a Gaggenau steam oven, Wolf range, Sub-zero refrigerators, custom cabinets, walk in pantry, and a butler's pantry for the selective bartender. The home was featured on the New Canaan Cares Kitchen and House Tour! Entertaining is effortless due to the easy flow of the first floor. Additionally, his and her home offices and a bedroom suite complete the first floor layout. Upstairs there is a master retreat with his and her custom closets and dressing area, 4 additional en suite bedrooms and a bonus room that leads to the kitchen for easy access and flexible living. The picturesque pool and pool house, a walk out spa, manicured gardens and fully deer fenced property complete this exquisite estate. The versatility of this space must be seen to be fully appreciated and has everything a high-end buyer is looking for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Cash

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0796173 Listed on: 04/26/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Casey Lange

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0787121

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,480

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 2.22 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned 100

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Wine Cellar
  • Home Gym
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Partial Basement

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • West Elementary School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 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 chandelier, kitchen chandelier, mirror mudroom bathroom, mirror powder room, dining room drapes, foyer chandelier

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,480

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7123
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 684
  • Total Sq Ft: 7807
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Private School(s), Public Pool, Shopping/Mall
  • Exclusions: Dining room chandelier, kitchen chandelier, mirror mudroom bathroom, mirror powder room, dining room drapes, foyer chandelier
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: North on Oenoke, Left on Turtle Back Rd to #281 (driveway entrance on Turtle Back Ln East)
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 15
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Partial, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 281

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Hot Tub, Lighting, Patio, Shed, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, In Ground Pool, Spa, Heated, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 4
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • 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: West
  • High School: New Canaan

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.2200
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Corner Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: 100

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 33480
  • Total Assessed Value: 1843590
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 184715

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2021
Closed on
Jul 23, 2021
Sold by
Sheibley Philip and Sheibley Kajsa
Bought by
Davis Jason and Coyle Carrie
Seller's Agent
Cindy Cash
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Casey Lange
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$3,775,000
Sold Price
$3,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-2.65%
Current Estimated Value
$5,137,822

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,462,822
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,824,139
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$3,224,341

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 2004
Sold by
Clarke James A and Clarke Maureen A
Bought by
Sheibley Philip and Sheibley Kajsa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 1993
Sold by
Clark Frederick and Clark Jeanette
Bought by
Clarke James and Clarke Maureen
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Davis Jason $3,675,000 None Available
Sheibley Philip $3,195,000 --
Clarke James $530,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Davis Jason $2,000,000
Previous Owner Clarke James $1,000,000
Previous Owner Clarke James $100,000
Previous Owner Clarke James $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2021 07/23/21 Sold $3,675,000 -2.6% $471 / Sq Ft
05/24/2021 05/24/21 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2021 04/29/21 For Sale $3,775,000 -- $484 / 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
2025 $41,778 $2,503,200 $671,650 $1,831,550
2024 $40,402 $2,503,200 $671,650 $1,831,550
2023 $34,918 $1,843,590 $680,400 $1,163,190
2022 $33,867 $1,843,590 $680,400 $1,163,190
2021 $33,480 $1,843,590 $680,400 $1,163,190
2020 $33,480 $1,843,590 $680,400 $1,163,190
2019 $33,627 $1,843,590 $680,400 $1,163,190
2018 $35,812 $2,111,550 $734,930 $1,376,620
2017 $35,200 $2,111,550 $734,930 $1,376,620
2016 $34,439 $2,111,550 $734,930 $1,376,620
2015 $33,764 $2,111,550 $734,930 $1,376,620
2014 $32,813 $2,111,550 $734,930 $1,376,620
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170391085

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000028-000031-000068