NOT LISTED FOR SALE

493 Bennetts Farm Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $974,000 - $1,138,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
3,372 Sq Ft
$309/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 18, 2022

Last sale price $780,000 $231 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,692/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Mud Room
  • Ridgebury Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of August 2022

Welcome home to this lovely stone and shingle Nantucket style home with lake views and amazing sunsets!!! Upon entering this charming home you are greeted with a dramatic open floor plan offering gleaming hardwood floors throughout, calm neutral color palette, stunning lighting fixtures, a combination chef's kitchen and comfortable family room, 4 marble and granite bathrooms, and a fabulous walk out lower level living area. The kitchen offers stainless appliances, granite island for quick meals and an adjoining family room. The dining room is ideal for holiday meals and entertaining. The Primary Suite offers a stunning Marble bath with pedestal tub, walk-in shower, a separate water closet, large walk-in closet and a sweet Juliet balcony. The second bedroom on the upper level has its own full bath and ample closet space. There is Main floor bedroom offering a full bath and great closet space - it is perfect for a guest or as a home office. The lower level has a great mud room with large storage closets and cubbies. There is also a second family room and media room for movie nights plus a full bath. Entertaining is convenient with a deck off the kitchen and a lower level slate patio - both are perfect for viewing the amazing sunsets over the lake!! This peaceful, charming and turn key home is simply waiting for you. Come and enjoy the quiet life in the Lakes area of Ridgefield. Close to town, schools, great restaurants, the Ridgefield Playhouse and many parks and ball fields.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peggy Marconi

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0759816 Listed on: 07/02/2022

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Dent

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0751280

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,057

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Stone Wall
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned RA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cedar Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Thermal Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Sitting Room
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

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

Schools

  • Barlow Mountain Elementary School
  • Scotts Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Private Water Source
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,057

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2176
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2176
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1196
  • Total Sq Ft: 3372
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/11/2022
  • Directions: Rt. 35 to Limestone Rd. Right turn on Great Hill to stop sign. The house is directly opposite the stop sign on Bennetts Farm Rd.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Walk-out, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: lower level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 493

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Stone Wall, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Paved
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Gas on Gas, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Water Source: Private Water System
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Barlow Mountain
  • Middle School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2400
  • Lot Description: Dry, Water View, Treed, Fence - Rail
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 13057
  • Total Assessed Value: 459270
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.430
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.430
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 279697

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Barlow Mountain
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 2, 2022
Closed on
Aug 18, 2022
Sold by
Berger Shira
Bought by
Pereira Carlos
Seller's Agent
Peggy Marconi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Tim Dent
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.65%
Current Estimated Value
$1,041,850

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$261,850
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.96%
Original Mortgage
$624,000
Outstanding Balance
$598,048
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$363,506

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2013
Closed on
May 7, 2014
Sold by
Harmon Michael G
Bought by
Berger Garry A and Berger Shira
Seller's Agent
Chip Neumann
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Marconi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$745,000
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-6.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.40%
Original Mortgage
$556,000
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2011
Sold by
Jp Morgan Chase Bank N
Bought by
Harmon Michael G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2010
Sold by
Chase Home Finance Llc
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2004
Sold by
West Joan E
Bought by
Costigan Patrick

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 1999
Sold by
Lefferts Mary E
Bought by
Costigan Patrick and Johnson Madeline
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
Pereira Carlos $780,000 None Available
Berger Garry A $695,000 --
Harmon Michael G $100,000 --
Jp Morgan Chase Bank N -- --
Federal National Mortgage Association -- --
Costigan Patrick $300,000 --
Costigan Patrick $160,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Pereira Carlos $624,000
Previous Owner Costigan Patrick $556,600
Previous Owner Costigan Patrick $556,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2022 08/18/22 Sold $780,000 +0.6% $231 / Sq Ft
07/15/2022 07/15/22 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2022 07/02/22 For Sale $775,000 +11.5% $230 / Sq Ft
05/06/2014 05/06/14 Sold $695,000 -6.7% $228 / Sq Ft
04/06/2014 04/06/14 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2013 10/02/13 For Sale $745,000 -- $245 / 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 $14,017 $511,770 $196,000 $315,770
2024 $13,485 $511,770 $196,000 $315,770
2023 $13,209 $511,770 $196,000 $315,770
2022 $13,057 $459,270 $122,500 $336,770
2021 $13,057 $459,270 $122,500 $336,770
2020 $12,915 $459,270 $122,500 $336,770
2019 $12,915 $459,270 $122,500 $336,770
2018 $12,759 $459,270 $122,500 $336,770
2017 $13,351 $490,650 $140,140 $350,510
2016 $13,095 $490,650 $140,140 $350,510
2015 $12,762 $490,650 $140,140 $350,510
2014 $12,762 $490,650 $140,140 $350,510
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170503437

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000008-F000106