NOT LISTED FOR SALE

340 Bennetts Farm Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $655,000 - $689,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
$455/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 05, 2022

Last sale price $530,000 $359 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,467/month

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Beach Access
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Ridgebury Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of August 2022

Your very own Shangri-La! Come out to your private deck for your morning coffee and overlook a hillside of blooms. Lovingly planted over the years, these gardens provide visual delight in all seasons. You might even catch sight of a visiting hummingbird! And when you aren't admiring the backyard beauty, why not take a swim or paddle your canoe/kayak in nearby Rainbow Lake? This home provides deeded rights to the lake. Back at home you will find the living is easy with an open floor plan, hardwood floors and a vaulted ceiling. Three bedrooms, including the primary, en-suite bedroom, are on the main level while on the lower level there is a large open space w/fireplace currently used as both an office and family room. Additionally there is another room which can be used as a den or office. The full bath on this level includes a whirlpool tub and there is a dedicated laundry room. A large open front lawn offers plenty of of room for play while the pavers on the driveway ensure low maintenance. The convenient location of this home places you within easy access to local top-rated schools, the major commute routes as well as shopping and restaurants in downtown Ridgefield or nearby Danbury with Trader Joes, Whole Foods and the Danbury Fair Mall. Little to do to make this your own! New septic 2004. New windows ~ 2015. New exterior paint 2022. New roof 2021. Newly refinished floors 2022.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristi Vaughan

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0773019 Listed on: 05/06/2022

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Danielle Cohn

Keller Williams Realty License #RES.0818222

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,405

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Sloped Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RA

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Fan
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Ridgebury Elementary School
  • Scotts Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,405

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1044
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1044
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 432
  • Total Sq Ft: 1476
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/11/2022
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Interior Access, Garage Access, Liveable Space
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 340

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Association Optional, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, 40 Gallon Tank, Propane
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ridgebury
  • Middle School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2400
  • Lot Description: Sloping Lot
  • Zoning: RA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 7405
  • Total Assessed Value: 260450
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.430
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.430
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 277017

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ridgebury
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2022
Closed on
Aug 5, 2022
Sold by
Rochefort Alexander and Rochefort Estela
Bought by
Rutgers Wesley
Seller's Agent
Kristi Vaughan
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Cohn
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$562,500
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,500
-5.78%
Current Estimated Value
$671,727

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$141,727
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.87%
Original Mortgage
$516,040
Outstanding Balance
$495,777
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$173,011

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2004
Sold by
Meade Candace
Bought by
Rochefort Alexander and Rochefort Estela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
5.65%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 1996
Sold by
Quattrocchi Nicholas
Bought by
Meade Garrett

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,000
Interest Rate
8.13%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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
Rutgers Wesley $532,000 None Available
Rochefort Alexander $445,000 --
Meade Garrett $180,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rutgers Wesley $516,040
Previous Owner Meade Garrett $280,000
Previous Owner Meade Garrett $220,000
Previous Owner Meade Garrett $160,000
Previous Owner Meade Garrett $162,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2022 08/05/22 Sold $530,000 +1.0% $359 / Sq Ft
07/18/2022 07/18/22 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2022 06/22/22 Price Changed $525,000 -4.5% $356 / Sq Ft
06/03/2022 06/03/22 Price Changed $550,000 -2.2% $373 / Sq Ft
05/06/2022 05/06/22 For Sale $562,500 -- $381 / 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 $9,767 $356,580 $196,000 $160,580
2024 $9,396 $356,580 $196,000 $160,580
2023 $9,203 $356,580 $196,000 $160,580
2022 $7,405 $260,450 $122,500 $137,950
2021 $6,357 $260,450 $122,500 $137,950
2020 $7,324 $260,450 $122,500 $137,950
2019 $7,324 $260,450 $122,500 $137,950
2018 $7,235 $260,450 $122,500 $137,950
2017 $7,583 $278,670 $140,140 $138,530
2016 $7,438 $278,670 $140,140 $138,530
2015 $7,248 $278,670 $140,140 $138,530
2014 $7,248 $278,670 $140,140 $138,530
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170486203

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000007-E000102