NOT LISTED FOR SALE

34 Playground Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $1,424,000 - $1,603,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
4,109 Sq Ft
$367/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 11, 2022

Last sale price $1,195,000 $291 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,820/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Open Floorplan
  • Fruit Trees
  • Branchville Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of July 2022

One of a kind stone & shingle craftsman style home after complete gut remodel/expansion in 2011. Exceptional design by award winning local architect Peter Coffin who completely re-envisioned the 1948 original cape. Set back on 1.6 manicured acres w/360 degrees of specimen plantings & flowering gardens including Dogwoods, Hydrangeas, Lilacs, Magnolias, Peonies, Roses, rotating blooms of bulbs/perennials, plus "secret garden" patio w/creeping Thyme, Wisteria covered pergola, spa w/sheet waterfall, stone fireplace & moon gate. Every detail of this custom home was selected to combine vintage character w/top of the line designer appointments incl. the cobblestone driveway aprons reclaimed from historic NYC streets. Total 4,109 sf & 3-4 BR (new 4 BR septic) w/open flow & thoughtful outdoor integration incl. charming front porch, primary suite balcony, & French doors from the great room to the stone terrace. Hardwood floors; paneled walls; main level office w/built-in bookshelves; quarter sawn oak custom kitchen cabinetry; DR w/fplc featuring custom mantle, octagonal slate surround, & built-in wine storage/wine chiller. Step down to the expansive great room encompassing the casual breakfast & living rooms, plus step up to the bonus/family room w/soaring vaulted ceilings. Elegant primary BR suite w/vaulted ceilings, Carrera marble bath & custom double walk-in closet. Top southern location, next to ball field, & walk to Branchville trains, shops, restaurants & Tusk & Cup! Owner/Agent.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Ancona

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0770587 Listed on: 05/13/2022

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Karla Murtaugh

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0766790

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,434

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 1.6 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RA

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

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

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Hatchway

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Branchville Elementary School
  • East Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,434

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Branchville
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3659
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3659
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 450
  • Total Sq Ft: 4109
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/11/2022
  • Directions: Branchville Road to Playground to #34
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Hatchway Access
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 34

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Gutters, Hot Tub, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • 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, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Branchville
  • Middle School: East Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.6000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: RA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 14434
  • Total Assessed Value: 507700
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.430
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.430
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 282950

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Branchville
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2022
Closed on
Jul 11, 2022
Sold by
Freed Laura
Bought by
Halpern Scott D and Halpern Emilia K
Seller's Agent
Laura Ancona
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$989,000
Sold Price
$1,195,000
Premium/Discount to List
$206,000
20.83%
Current Estimated Value
$1,478,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$283,738
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.49%
Original Mortgage
$956,000
Outstanding Balance
$913,472
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$454,542

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2011
Sold by
34 Playground Road Llc
Bought by
Ancona Joseph P and Freed Laura

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Interest Rate
4.88%
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
Halpern Scott D $1,195,000 None Available
Ancona Joseph P $425,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Halpern Scott D $956,000
Previous Owner Ancona John C $720,000
Previous Owner Ancona John C $660,000
Previous Owner Ancona John C $156,700
Previous Owner Ancona John C $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2022 07/11/22 Sold $1,195,000 +20.8% $291 / Sq Ft
06/06/2022 06/06/22 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2022 05/13/22 For Sale $989,000 -- $241 / 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 $21,144 $771,960 $254,800 $517,160
2024 $20,341 $771,960 $254,800 $517,160
2023 $19,924 $771,960 $254,800 $517,160
2022 $14,434 $507,700 $141,680 $366,020
2021 $14,434 $507,700 $141,680 $366,020
2020 $14,277 $507,700 $141,680 $366,020
2019 $14,277 $507,700 $141,680 $366,020
2018 $14,104 $507,700 $141,680 $366,020
2017 $14,375 $528,290 $143,330 $384,960
2016 $14,100 $528,290 $143,330 $384,960
2015 $13,741 $528,290 $143,330 $384,960
2014 $13,741 $528,290 $143,330 $384,960
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170490816

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000017-I000020