NOT LISTED FOR SALE

453 Laurel Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $3,342,000 - $4,101,000

5 Beds
7 Baths
6,175 Sq Ft
$610/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 17, 2018

Last sale price $2,650,000 $429 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,922/month

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cabana
  • 4 Acre Lot
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Attic
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of December 2018

Spectacular, quintessential New England home, beautifully sited on one of New Canaan's most picturesque country roads. The house is dramatically positioned to capture sweeping vistas to the Southeast. Completely restored & expanded w/perfectly proportioned rooms, Meticulous detailing and extraordinary craftsmanship. State-of-the-art chef's kitchen with Carrera counters and professional-grade appliances opens to a sunny family rm w/fireplace & separate breakfast area. Soaring ceilings, walls of windows, rich millwork, raised paneling, gorgeous hard wood & stone flooring. An extraordinary Great Room w/ dramatic views & French doors to outdoor entertaining spaces overlooking the 4 park-like acres w/mature landscaping, terraces & heated pool. Picture perfect & serenely private.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathryn Tanner

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0672222 Listed on: 10/03/2018

Houlihan Lawrence

Co-Listed By

Taylor Tait

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0803070

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Saxe

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0768323

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,414

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 4 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sloped Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 200

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • East Elementary School
  • Saxe Middle School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,414

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5275
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 5275
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 900
  • Total Sq Ft: 6175
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 9748
  • Directions: Rte 123 North, Right on Canoe Hill, Left on Laurel. House is on the Right.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Partially Finished, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access, Walk-out, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Street Number Modifier: 453

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Cabana, French Doors, Patio, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Heated, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: East
  • Middle School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.0000
  • Lot Description: Sloping Lot
  • Zoning: 200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 29414
  • Total Assessed Value: 1734320
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.960
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.960
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 187751

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: East
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2018
Closed on
Dec 17, 2018
Sold by
Halmi Robert and Halmi Lisa
Bought by
Laurel Road Llc
Seller's Agent
Kathryn Tanner
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Christine Saxe
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,750,000
Sold Price
$2,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-3.64%
Total Days on Market
59
Current Estimated Value
$3,767,826

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,117,826
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%
Original Mortgage
$2,252,500
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2016
Closed on
Jan 6, 2017
Sold by
Hopple Patty and Hopple Richard
Bought by
Halmi Robert and Halmi Lisa
Seller's Agent
Richard Hopple
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Kathryn Tanner
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-1.73%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.99%
Original Mortgage
$1,999,999
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2004
Sold by
Ackerly Dana C and Ackerly Rae W
Bought by
Hopple Richard and Hopple Patty
Source: Public Records

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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
Laurel Road Llc $2,650,000 --
Halmi Robert $2,550,000 --
Hopple Richard $1,962,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ackerly Dana C $3,000,000
Closed Ackerly Dana C $2,252,500
Previous Owner Ackerly Dana C $1,999,999
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/17/2018 12/17/18 Sold $2,650,000 -3.6% $429 / Sq Ft
10/03/2018 10/03/18 For Sale $2,750,000 +7.8% $445 / Sq Ft
01/05/2017 01/05/17 Sold $2,550,000 -1.7% $413 / Sq Ft
12/06/2016 12/06/16 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2016 09/22/16 For Sale $2,595,000 -- $420 / 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
2024 $33,257 $2,060,520 $945,000 $1,115,520
2023 $33,852 $1,787,310 $857,220 $930,090
2022 $32,833 $1,787,310 $857,220 $930,090
2021 $32,458 $1,787,310 $857,220 $930,090
2020 $30,585 $1,684,200 $857,220 $826,980
2019 $30,720 $1,684,200 $857,220 $826,980
2018 $29,414 $1,734,320 $786,240 $948,080
2017 $28,911 $1,734,320 $786,240 $948,080
2016 $28,287 $1,734,320 $786,240 $948,080
2015 $27,732 $1,734,320 $786,240 $948,080
2014 $26,951 $1,734,320 $786,240 $948,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170125896

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000040-000105-000108