NOT LISTED FOR SALE

46 Benedict Hill Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,375,000 - $3,750,000

7 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,626 Sq Ft
$625/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 28, 2021

Last sale price $2,300,000 $497 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,595/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4.6 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Modern Architecture
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of July 2021

Mid-Century Modern, The McKay House, designed by renowned architect James Evans, who studied under Louis Kahn at Yale. This sprawling two story modern home features a stunning vaulted living room with walls of glass to appreciate the views of this private, hilltop estate-like setting with nearly five acres of beautiful open landscape and curved stone walls. Terraces and balconies off the second floor encourage indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Carefully updated and re-imagined, the interior was completely renovated including a new kitchen, bathrooms and other design details overseen by Bristow Proffitt to ensure the architectural significance. There are ample spaces to relax and enjoy this special home with five bedrooms, two offices, three fireplaces and extensive storage and closets, including a custom walk-in master closet. This is truly the one you’ve been waiting for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Rwambuya

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0791187 Listed on: 04/08/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Kristen Harrow

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0770291

Last Buyer's Agent

PJ Taylor

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0779919

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,692

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 4.6 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Open Lot
  • Property is zoned 100

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Frame
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 4,626 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See Exclusion List

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,692

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Modern
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4626
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4626
  • Total Sq Ft: 4626
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Public Pool, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: See Exclusion List
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 9244
  • Directions: Valley Road to Benedict Hill, house on left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 46

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone, Concrete

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.6000
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Fence - Stone
  • Zoning: 100

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 15692
  • Total Assessed Value: 864080
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 188411

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
Apr 8, 2021
Closed on
Jul 28, 2021
Sold by
Holmberg Allyn M and Holmberg Per H
Bought by
Fagan John M and Fagan Brooke K
Seller's Agent
Melissa Rwambuya
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
PJ Taylor
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$305,000
15.29%
Total Days on Market
25
Current Estimated Value
$2,892,447

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$592,447
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.10%
Original Mortgage
$1,798,400
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2008
Sold by
Dupont F George and Dupont Patricia
Bought by
Holmberg Allyn M and Holmberg Per H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2003
Sold by
Taylor Richard W and Taylor Elisabeth R
Bought by
Dupont F George and Dupont Patricia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 1998
Sold by
Baldwin-Mckay Emily
Bought by
Taylor Richard W and Taylor Elizabeth R
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
Fagan John M $2,248,000 None Available
Holmberg Allyn M $1,500,000 --
Dupont F George $1,050,000 --
Taylor Richard W $625,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fagan John M $3,000,000
Closed Fagan John M $485,200
Closed Fagan John M $1,798,400
Previous Owner Taylor Richard W $1,228,360
Previous Owner Taylor Richard W $200,000
Previous Owner Taylor Richard W $1,023,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2021 07/28/21 Sold $2,300,000 +15.3% $497 / Sq Ft
05/03/2021 05/03/21 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2021 04/08/21 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $431 / 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 $26,938 $1,669,010 $666,750 $1,002,260
2023 $16,366 $864,080 $577,220 $286,860
2022 $15,873 $864,080 $577,220 $286,860
2021 $15,692 $864,080 $577,220 $286,860
2020 $15,692 $864,080 $577,220 $286,860
2019 $15,039 $864,080 $577,220 $286,860
2018 $17,918 $1,056,510 $610,960 $445,550
2017 $17,612 $1,056,510 $610,960 $445,550
2016 $17,232 $1,056,510 $610,960 $445,550
2015 $17,496 $1,056,510 $610,960 $445,550
2014 $16,418 $1,056,510 $610,960 $445,550
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170387528

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000046-000120-000021