NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Mountain View Ave Ridgefield, CT 06877

Ridgefield Area
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
9,148 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 1, 2023

Last sale price $1,160,000 $483 Per Sq Ft

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Antique Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Veterans Park Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Porch

About This Home

As of November 2023

Location, location, location! Just minutes to everything Ridgefield has to offer, this beautifully updated 4 bedroom 3 bath Antique Colonial farmhouse with detached cottage has it all. Full of character and charm, this home offers a glimpse into the past while providing all the modern comforts of today. Relax with your morning coffee on the welcoming front porch or for more privacy head to the gorgeous backyard with large patio, beautiful plantings, and newly built stone fireplace. Recently renovated eat-in kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wet bar, and beverage fridge. The open concept living space includes a living room with wood burning fireplace, dining room, and cozy den both with custom built-ins. The main floor bedroom has a full bathroom and door to backyard. The upper level features the Primary en suite bedroom with full recently renovated bathroom and large walk in closet. Two additional spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom complete this upper level. As an added bonus, head up to the 3rd floor walk-up attic to find extra living space with endless possibilities and lots of storage space. Additional features include hardwood floors throughout main and upper level, crown moldings, solar panels, bay windows, and NEST. The separate guest cottage features 1 bedroom, living room, kitchen, full bathroom, laundry, and sliders out to private backyard. Public water. Public sewer. Close to restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, parks, and more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Brodie

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0800059 Listed on: 09/14/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Baughman

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0809229

Coldwell Banker Realty
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,610

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R-20

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Scotland Elementary School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Heating system powered by active solar
  • Guest House
  • Property is near golf course and shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 277577

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,610

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

9,148 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Village Center
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Antique, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2400
  • Total Sq Ft: 2400
  • Year Built: 1900
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Danbury Rd to Mountain View Ave House on left
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Guest House, Patio, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Active Solar, Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Description: Dry Cleared Level Lot Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: R-20
  • Parcel #: 277577

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 11610

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2023
Closed on
Oct 27, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Laura Brodie
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Baughman
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
$165,000
16.58%
Views
54

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2022
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2016
Closed on
Aug 1, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mary Phelps
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Leslie Krichko
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-7.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,160,000 None Available
-- None Available
$650,000 --
$995,000 --
$370,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $510,000
Previous Owner $520,000
Previous Owner $438,500
Previous Owner $25,000
Previous Owner $430,000
Previous Owner $487,500
Previous Owner $154,000
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/01/2023 11/01/23 Sold $1,160,000 +16.6% $483 / Sq Ft
10/16/2023 10/16/23 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2023 09/20/23 For Sale $995,000 +42.1% $415 / Sq Ft
04/22/2019 04/22/19 Sold $700,000 -2.1% $292 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/08/2019 04/08/19 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2019 02/22/19 For Sale $715,000 +10.0% $298 / Sq Ft
07/29/2016 07/29/16 Sold $650,000 -7.0% $271 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/29/2016 06/29/16 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2016 03/07/16 For Sale $699,000 -- $291 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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 $17,681 $645,540 $246,260 $399,280
2024 $11,853 $449,820 $246,260 $203,560
2023 $11,610 $449,820 $246,260 $203,560
2022 $12,571 $442,170 $225,130 $217,040
2021 $12,571 $442,170 $225,130 $217,040
2020 $12,434 $442,170 $225,130 $217,040
2019 $12,434 $442,170 $225,130 $217,040
2018 $12,283 $442,170 $225,130 $217,040
2017 $13,299 $488,740 $189,850 $298,890
2016 $13,044 $488,740 $189,850 $298,890
2015 $12,712 $488,740 $189,850 $298,890
2014 $12,712 $488,740 $189,850 $298,890
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170596740

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APN: RIDG M:E13 B:0087

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