$1,445,000
SOLD OCT 25, 2024

50 Salem View Dr Ridgefield, CT 06877

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,807 Sq Ft
3.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$249 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • 3.25 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ridgebury Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of October 2024

Exceptional custom home in Ridgefield's premier equestrian area on 3.25 acres, set back privately off of a quiet cul de sac w/park-like yard. Top of the line construction & appointments w/hardwood, moldings, wainscot, built-ins, front & back stairways, plus extensive recent updates including auto Generac generator w/500 gallon propane tank. The sophisticated entry foyer offers French doors to both the private library w/angled wall of windows & built-in shelving, & the elegant LR w/fireplace which also adjoins the formal DR for ease of entertaining. Drenched in natural light & great flow from the expansive chef's kitchen featuring charming butler's pantry; bright white cabinetry w/contrasting dark granite counters; gas range top; new Bosch double ovens & dishwasher; SubZero fridge; center island w/bar seating; plus sunny dining area open to the spacious family room w/second wood burning fireplace. Plenty of room to spread out w/4,629 sf on the first & second floors, 5 bedrooms & 4/1 baths, plus additional 1,178 sf in the walk-out finished lower level w/inviting den/media room, game room, full bath, & optional guest BR, office or fitness rooms. The second floor showcases the sumptuous primary suite w/custom WIC; spa bath featuring marble double vanity, jetted tub, & frameless shower; plus private reading balcony. Also of note: custom laundry room/mudroom w/new washer/dryer; new boiler w/Nest thermostats; 3 car attached garage; & top commuting location, just 57 miles to Midtown.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Ancona

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0770587 Listed on: 09/12/2024

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Benincasa

GoodHouse Real Estate LLC License #REB.0794941

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,302

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 3.25 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned RAA

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Ridgebury Elementary School
  • Scotts Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 273307

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,302

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: North Ridgefield
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4629
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1178
  • Total Sq Ft: 5807
  • Year Built: 1994
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Ridgebury Road to Spring Valley to Right at Salem View. End of cul de sac, bear right to continue down accessway to #50
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Storage, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 50

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting, French Doors
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ridgebury
  • Middle School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.25
  • Lot Description: Borders Open Space On Cul-De-Sac Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: RAA
  • Parcel #: 273307

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 20302
  • Total Assessed Value: 770490
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.35

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ridgebury
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2024
Closed on
Oct 22, 2024
Sold by
Eynon Stephen and Eynon Melanie
Bought by
Shi Qiuhu and Hu Xiaoping S
Seller's Agent
Laura Ancona
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Scott Benincasa
GoodHouse Real Estate LLC
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,445,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-3.34%
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
$1,638,120

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$193,120
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.66%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2017
Closed on
May 12, 2017
Sold by
Swett Thomas K and Swett Mary J
Bought by
Eynon Stephen and Eynon Melanie
Seller's Agent
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,129,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.36%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2001
Sold by
Jones E Simon and Jones Deirdre
Bought by
Swett Thomas K and Swett Mary J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 1994
Sold by
Whipple Reed
Bought by
Jones E Simon and Jones Deirdre
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,445,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,445,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,129,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,040,000 --
Warranty Deed $632,500 --
Warranty Deed $1,129,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,040,000 --
Warranty Deed $632,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $900,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $390,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/25/2024 10/25/24 Sold $1,445,000 -3.3% $249 / Sq Ft
10/15/2024 10/15/24 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2024 09/25/24 For Sale $1,495,000 +3.5% $257 / Sq Ft
09/21/2024 09/21/24 Off Market $1,445,000 -- --
09/12/2024 09/12/24 For Sale $1,495,000 +32.4% $257 / Sq Ft
05/11/2017 05/11/17 Sold $1,129,000 -1.7% $244 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/01/2017 05/01/17 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2017 03/13/17 For Sale $1,149,000 -- $248 / 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 $21,104 $770,490 $287,000 $483,490
2024 $20,302 $770,490 $287,000 $483,490
2023 $19,886 $770,490 $287,000 $483,490
2022 $21,568 $758,630 $251,130 $507,500
2021 $21,401 $758,630 $251,130 $507,500
2020 $21,333 $758,630 $251,130 $507,500
2019 $21,333 $758,630 $251,130 $507,500
2018 $21,075 $758,630 $251,130 $507,500
2017 $20,631 $758,210 $241,480 $516,730
2016 $20,237 $758,210 $241,480 $516,730
2015 $19,721 $758,210 $241,480 $516,730
2014 $19,721 $758,210 $241,480 $516,730
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24044814

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000007-B000016