NOT LISTED FOR SALE

34 Ridgewood Dr Bethany, CT 06524

Estimated Value: $580,000 - $729,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,804 Sq Ft
$232/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 24, 2020

Last sale price $385,000 $137 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,251/month

125 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 3.91 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Bethany Community School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of January 2020

Drive up the long driveway past landscaped perennial gardens w/ beautiful native plantings & prepare to be surprised as you enter this impeccable, move-in ready home. The superb quality of this well-maintained passive solar designed open-concept house becomes evident as you enter the curved oak French doors in the foyer. A beautiful renovated gourmet kitchen, perfect for cooking & entertaining. The thick random plank pegged oak floors accent the white wood cabinetry. Cooking is easy w/ a quartz countertop, subway-style backsplash, 6 ft long island--also w/ a quartz counter -full convection & microwave ovens & gas Jenn-Air cook top w/ a built-in indoor grill. Off the kitchen is a sunny laundry rm & pantry. Step down into the grand Great Room w/ cedar plank cathedral ceiling, soaring 16’ high stone FPL w/ wood stove insert & new skylights. Walls of windows punctuated by French doors lead to sunroom/solarium & 2 additional 3-season sunrooms (that add an additional 388 sq ft for a total of 3,192 sq ft), 1 w/ a magnificent curved wall of windows & 2 skylights. The 1st flr also boasts a large BR (or den) & a full bth, w/ a tiled walk in-shower w/ 2 shower heads & beautiful marble-topped vanity. Wake up to the sound of birds in the unusually large master & 3rd bedroom, each w/ 9.5’ long closets & beautiful thick cherry hardwood flrs & ceilings. The 2nd flr bth has a cherry wood ceiling, a jetted tub, ample storage, & newer cherry wood vanity. See addendum for more remarks & details

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Denise Curcio

William Raveis Real Estate License #REB.0382915 Listed on: 09/10/2019

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Roman Gefter

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0253541

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,549

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 3.91 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Secluded Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-65

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,804 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Sitting Room
  • Workshop
  • Solarium

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Heating system powered by passive solar

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near golf course

Schools

  • Bethany Community Elementary School
  • Amity Middle School
  • Amity Regional High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,549

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

3.91 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2804
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2804
  • Total Sq Ft: 2804
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Stables/Riding
  • Remarks Public Addendum: The basement has tons of storage & a spacious tiled workroom with 27’ of counter space & cabinets-perfect for a shop. Outside is a large deck ideal for entertaining, w/ hydrangeas, a flowering dogwood & a specimen Dawn Redwood—an ancient tree thought to b
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: Bethany Rd to Blackberry Hill Rd, left to Fairwood Rd, Left to Northrop Rd, Right onto Ridgewood Dr, #34 on your right
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Solarium, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Floor Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Shed, Stone Wall, Wrap Around Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Paved
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air, Wood/Coal Stove
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Wood
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Extra Insulation, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.9100
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Treed
  • Zoning: R-65

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 9549
  • Mil Rate Base: 36.900
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1056967

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bethany Community
  • Middle Jr High School: Amity
  • High School: Amity Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2019
Closed on
Jan 23, 2020
Sold by
Reynolds Kenneth W and Piotrkowski Chaya S
Bought by
Guryakov Marina and Guryakov Arkadiy V
Seller's Agent
Denise Curcio
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Roman Gefter
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$429,700
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,700
-10.4%
Current Estimated Value
$651,516

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$266,516
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.07%
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Outstanding Balance
$190,034
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$461,482

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2009
Sold by
Reynolds Kenneth W and Piotrkowski Chaya S
Bought by
Reynolds Kenneth W and Piotrkowski Chaya S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2009
Sold by
Rettig Judith E and Santoro Christine
Bought by
Reynolds Kenneth W and Piotrrouski Chaya S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2000
Sold by
Massoni Linda F
Bought by
Rittig Judith E and Santoro Christine
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Guryakov Marina $385,000 None Available
Guryakov Marina $385,000 None Available
Reynolds Kenneth W -- --
Reynolds Kenneth W -- --
Reynolds Kenneth W $340,000 --
Reynolds Kenneth W $340,000 --
Rittig Judith E $300,000 --
Rittig Judith E $300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Guryakov Marina $215,000
Closed Guryakov Marina $215,000
Previous Owner Rittig Judith E $311,200
Previous Owner Rittig Judith E $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/24/2020 01/24/20 Sold $385,000 -8.1% $137 / Sq Ft
01/13/2020 01/13/20 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2019 09/30/19 Price Changed $419,000 -2.5% $149 / Sq Ft
09/10/2019 09/10/19 For Sale $429,700 -- $153 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $10,854 $372,470 $86,240 $286,230
2024 $10,586 $372,470 $86,240 $286,230
2023 $9,777 $258,780 $94,810 $163,970
2022 $9,316 $258,780 $94,810 $163,970
2021 $8,928 $258,780 $94,810 $163,970
2020 $9,461 $258,780 $94,810 $163,970
2019 $9,549 $258,780 $94,810 $163,970
2018 $9,565 $259,210 $105,790 $153,420
2017 $9,565 $259,210 $105,790 $153,420
2016 $9,202 $259,210 $105,790 $153,420
2015 $9,083 $259,210 $105,790 $153,420
2014 $8,787 $259,210 $105,790 $153,420
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170233723

SmartMLS

APN: BETH-000111-000001-000011X

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