$675,000
SOLD JUN 26, 2020

4 Old Oscaleta Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,804 Sq Ft
4.34 Acres

Recently Sold

$177 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

149 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4.34 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Attic
  • Scotts Ridge Middle School Rated A
  • Secluded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of June 2020

Looking for quintessential New England charm & outdoor living with proximity to New York? Look no further -- this unique Cotswold cottage-like home with contemporary interiors in Ridgefield is it! Set on 4.3 acres of gardens & verdant forest, this gracious homes sits adjacent to the New York border - just 3 miles from downtown Ridgefield; 9 miles from Katonah train station. With its large front gable radiating Old World charm, experience a step back in time (built 1922). Inside, a modern aesthetic takes hold with hardwood floors, open floor plan and soaring ceilings. The versatile layout includes 2 large bedrooms, 2 full baths (for guests, in-law, au-pair) & half bath on the main level, and 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths upstairs. A major kitchen renovation included floor-to-ceiling windows, a main level laundry & upper level enlarged master bedroom with massive walk-in closet. Ample storage can be found in a walk-up space above the 2-car detached garage (can be converted into private studio). The low-maintenance property provides an outdoor sanctuary. Bask on a patio surrounded by lawn, moss-covered stone fences & fern-filled glades. Top Ridgefield schools are in close proximity, plus recreation such as hiking, golfing and an active cycling community. Exceptional cultural activities abound with the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, ACT theater, Prospector movie house, Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, concerts in the park and more. This exceptional home/country retreat is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristi Vaughan

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0773019 Listed on: 01/11/2020

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Libby Mattson

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0795773

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,819

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 4.34 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Cleared Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned RAAA

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Cement Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 3,804 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Shared Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: see inclusions/exclusions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,819

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: South Ridgefield
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod, Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3804
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3804
  • Total Sq Ft: 3804
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Exclusions: see inclusions/exclusions
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: Old West Mountain to Old Oscaleta. Second drive on right between wooden pillars
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial, Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Cement Block
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Shared, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.3400
  • Lot Description: Dry, Cleared, Secluded, Rolling, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RAAA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 15819
  • Total Assessed Value: 562570
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.120
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.120
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 273530

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2024
Sold by
Schlacter Paul N and Terry Megan L
Bought by
Finch and Finch Hb T
Current Estimated Value
$1,352,204

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2020
Closed on
Jun 24, 2020
Sold by
Patrick Jason R and Menon Lekha
Bought by
Schlacter Paul N and Terry Laura M
Seller's Agent
Kristi Vaughan
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Libby Mattson
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$714,999
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,999
-5.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.50%
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2014
Closed on
Apr 9, 2015
Sold by
Wolff David and Wolff Holly
Bought by
Patrick Jason R and Menon Lekha
Seller's Agent
Maureen Maher
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Kristi Vaughan
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-8.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.00%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.77%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $675,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $675,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $750,000 --
Warranty Deed $750,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $100,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $375,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $600,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $260,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $275,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2020 06/26/20 Sold $675,000 -3.4% $177 / Sq Ft
06/08/2020 06/08/20 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2020 02/12/20 Price Changed $699,000 -2.2% $184 / Sq Ft
01/11/2020 01/11/20 For Sale $714,999 -4.7% $188 / Sq Ft
04/07/2015 04/07/15 Sold $750,000 -8.4% $197 / Sq Ft
03/08/2015 03/08/15 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2014 06/12/14 For Sale $819,000 -- $215 / 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 $20,289 $740,740 $357,630 $383,110
2024 $19,518 $740,740 $357,630 $383,110
2023 $19,118 $740,740 $357,630 $383,110
2022 $17,629 $620,080 $268,190 $351,890
2021 $15,870 $562,570 $268,190 $294,380
2020 $15,819 $562,570 $268,190 $294,380
2019 $15,819 $562,570 $268,190 $294,380
2018 $15,628 $562,570 $268,190 $294,380
2017 $16,002 $588,100 $299,890 $288,210
2016 $15,696 $588,100 $299,890 $288,210
2015 $15,296 $588,100 $299,890 $288,210
2014 -- $588,100 $299,890 $288,210
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170262687

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000013-B000001