NOT LISTED FOR SALE

496 Brookside Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $3,022,000 - $3,387,729

6 Beds
6.5 Baths
7,309 Sq Ft
$449/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 14, 2018

Last sale price $1,730,000 $237 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,375/month

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Colonial Architecture
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of August 2018

SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS!! IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR VALUE, THIS IS A MUST SEE PROPERTY! Now priced at only $240 per square foot!! Don't miss the opportunity to own this well located 7,300 sf, 6 bedroom front porch colonial set on two gorgeous acres. There is a tennis/sport court, separate guest wing & potential pool & pool house site. Lovely architectural details & charming 1941 elements include a living room with fireplace, 12 ft beamed ceilings, sitting room with walls of glass and a large formal dining room with picture window. There are many terrific modern updates featuring a generously-sized bright & sunny eat-in kitchen with butler's pantry that opens to a spacious family room with fireplace & doors to the stone patio. The study has custom built-ins. Upstairs, the master suite features a large bath with whirlpool tub, built-ins and two walk-in closets. There is a great bonus room over the three-car garage. The new wing was designed with privacy in mind and offers a guest bedroom with soaring ceilings and an office/playroom, each with a full bath. The property has mature plantings and a large backyard with plenty of space for family fun. Walk up attic and large unfinished basement provide great storage and expansion opportunities. Convenient to town, Darien & New Canaan trains & Waveny Park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jodi Gutierrez

Alliance R.E. Consultants License #REB.0788291 Listed on: 01/10/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa O'Rourke

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0766013

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,679

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 200

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 7,309 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Walkup Attic
  • Storm Windows
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Rider

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,679

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: Yes
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7309
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 7309
  • Total Sq Ft: 7309
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Public Transportation
  • Association Amenities: Park
  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Rider
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 13550
  • Directions: Stephen Mather or White Oak Shade to Brookside
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 14
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 496

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Porch, Shed, Tennis Court, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.1000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: 200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 30679
  • Total Assessed Value: 1840510
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.310
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.669
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 185786

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2023
Sold by
Faust Matthew S and Faust Alexis L
Bought by
Ret Of Matthew Scott Faus and Ret Alexis Lynne Faust 10
Current Estimated Value
$3,282,682

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 10, 2018
Closed on
Aug 10, 2018
Sold by
Anfindsen Bruce and Anfindsen Stefanie
Bought by
Faust Alexis and Faust Matthew
Seller's Agent
Jodi Gutierrez
Alliance R.E. Consultants
Buyer's Agent
Lisa O'Rourke
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,730,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-8.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.47%
Original Mortgage
$1,470,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2005
Sold by
Hahn James A and Hahn Stephanie L
Bought by
Anfindsen Bruce C and Anfindsen Stefanie S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1989
Sold by
Shahan Richard
Bought by
John Stephanie
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
Ret Of Matthew Scott Faus -- None Available
Faust Alexis $1,730,000 --
Anfindsen Bruce C $2,550,000 --
John Stephanie $475,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Faust Matthew $1,450,000
Previous Owner John Stephanie $1,470,500
Previous Owner John Stephanie $500,000
Previous Owner John Stephanie $342,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/14/2018 08/14/18 Sold $1,730,000 -1.1% $237 / Sq Ft
03/16/2018 03/16/18 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2018 02/22/18 Price Changed $1,750,000 -7.7% $239 / Sq Ft
01/10/2018 01/10/18 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $259 / 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 $29,863 $1,789,270 $700,000 $1,089,270
2024 $28,879 $1,789,270 $700,000 $1,089,270
2023 $27,160 $1,434,020 $572,950 $861,070
2022 $26,343 $1,434,020 $572,950 $861,070
2021 $26,042 $1,434,020 $572,950 $861,070
2020 $26,042 $1,434,020 $572,950 $861,070
2019 $26,157 $1,434,020 $572,950 $861,070
2018 $31,215 $1,840,510 $499,310 $1,341,200
2017 $30,681 $1,840,510 $499,310 $1,341,200
2016 $30,019 $1,840,510 $499,310 $1,341,200
2015 $30,479 $1,840,510 $499,310 $1,341,200
2014 $28,602 $1,840,510 $499,310 $1,341,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170040605

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000036-000054-000007