$610,000
SOLD JUN 21, 2022

5 Rustic Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,885 Sq Ft
0.7 Acres

Recently Sold

$324 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Ridgebury Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2022

Just in time for warm weather fun! Enjoy your very own private waterfront property with direct lakefront on Fox Hill Lake and delight in the natural beauty highlighted outside every window in all four seasons. Situated on a quiet cul de sac neighborhood, this 3 bedroom/2 bath contemporary has a large wrap around deck with sliders throughout, soaring high ceilings with lots of windows, remodeled kitchen with Corian counters, great room with fireplace, dining room, recreation room, laundry, office space, gleaming hardwood floors, attached two car garage, whole house generator, and a fantastic level yard with ample space to play and entertain, serene scenic water view plus direct access to take a peaceful tour of the lake via kayak or paddleboard for fishing or watching for Blue Heron, snow white Egrets, the resident nesting swans just 50 ft away, as well as an abundant variety of native birds in their sanctuary habitat. The outdoor enthusiast will also love nearby Bennetts Pond State Park offering 460 acres of trails for hiking, biking, snow shoeing, archery, and fishing. This home is perfect for creating your very own year-round retreat and located just one hour from NYC. Ridgefield is celebrated as one of CT's best towns, featuring a charming village center with gourmet dining, boutique shopping, a top-rated school system, a vibrant downtown, and a thriving art community. Plus, there is easy access to the Danbury Mall, tons of big store shopping, and other great restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carissa McMahon

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0757577 Listed on: 05/06/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Jacobowitz

Luks Realty License #RES.0813430

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,261

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 0.7 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RA

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • 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

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,261

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1485
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1485
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Total Sq Ft: 1885
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Bennetts Farm Riad to Rustic Road on left lake front #5 see sign
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Heated, Garage Access, Liveable Space
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Lake, View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Split System, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.7000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 9261
  • Total Assessed Value: 328290
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.210
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.210
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 279667

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
Apr 4, 2016
Closed on
Aug 23, 2016
Sold by
Kosakow Lynee and Kosakow Pamela J
Bought by
Galit Ben J and Einhorn Neil M
Seller's Agent
Pamela Kosakow
The Right Home Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Carissa McMahon
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$479,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.3%
Current Estimated Value
$768,943

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$278,943
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.84%
Original Mortgage
$392,000
Outstanding Balance
$314,609
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$433,562

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 1996
Sold by
Carlin Insook
Bought by
Kosakow Lynne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$182,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $490,000 --
Warranty Deed $280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $392,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $182,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $209,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/21/2022 06/21/22 Sold $610,000 +5.4% $324 / Sq Ft
06/14/2022 06/14/22 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2022 05/06/22 For Sale $579,000 +18.2% $307 / Sq Ft
08/22/2016 08/22/16 Sold $490,000 +2.3% $330 / Sq Ft
07/23/2016 07/23/16 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2016 04/04/16 For Sale $479,000 -- $323 / 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 $11,320 $413,280 $237,650 $175,630
2024 $10,890 $413,280 $237,650 $175,630
2023 $10,667 $413,280 $237,650 $175,630
2022 $9,333 $328,290 $152,780 $175,510
2021 $9,261 $328,290 $152,780 $175,510
2020 $9,232 $328,290 $152,780 $175,510
2019 $9,232 $328,290 $152,780 $175,510
2018 $9,120 $328,290 $152,780 $175,510
2017 $8,810 $323,790 $161,330 $162,460
2016 $8,001 $299,770 $161,330 $138,440
2015 $7,797 $299,770 $161,330 $138,440
2014 $7,797 $299,770 $161,330 $138,440
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170488894

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000008-F000075