NOT LISTED FOR SALE

521 Brookside Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,388,638 - $2,966,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,146 Sq Ft
$827/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 11, 2013

Last sale price $1,690,000 $537 Per Sq Ft

Est. 54% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,735/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2013

This pristine colonial has been completely remodeled and professionally decorated with high quality finishes and impeccable decor inside and out. The mahogany front porch welcomes you to this stylish country home, which is set on two exquisite pastoral acres. A large gourmet kitchen with marble counters is the heart of the home and overlooks an oversized Brazilian hardwood deck ideal for outdoor living. This is truly a special offering.

Last Listed By

Barbara Gronseth

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0760862 Listed on: 05/14/2013

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,185

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned 2 acre

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 3,146 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Garage Access
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: DR Chandelier,Washer/Dryer, Window Treatments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,185

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3146
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4568
  • Total Sq Ft: 3146
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Exclusions: DR Chandelier,Washer/Dryer, Window Treatments
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8848
  • Directions: Merritt X 37 - right on South, Left on Stephan Mather, Left to Brookside.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Garage Access, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: 1st Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 521

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Block

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • 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: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.3000
  • Zoning: 2 acre

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2012-June 2013
  • Property Tax: 13185
  • Total Assessed Value: 936430
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.080
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 185782
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2012

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
Oct 30, 2024
Sold by
Johnson Rlt 5 22 2007 and Johnson
Bought by
Shelley L Johnson Ret and Johnson
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$2,602,160

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 2013
Sold by
Johnson Luke J and Johnson Shelley L
Bought by
Johnson Tr Luke J and Johnson Shelley L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2013
Closed on
Jul 11, 2013
Sold by
Dahl Nils S and Dahl Christine M
Bought by
Johnson Luke J and Johnson Shelley L
Seller's Agent
Barbara Gronseth
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Lisa O'Rourke
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,679,000
Sold Price
$1,690,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
0.66%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2003
Sold by
Basinger Bran and Basinger Brenda
Bought by
Dahl Lils and Dahl Christine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1998
Sold by
Sales Mark B and Sales Elizabeth H
Bought by
Basinger Brian T and Basinger Brenda K

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shelley L Johnson Ret -- None Available
Shelley L Johnson Ret -- None Available
Johnson Tr Luke J -- --
Johnson Tr Luke J -- --
Johnson Luke J $1,690,000 --
Johnson Luke J $1,690,000 --
Dahl Lils $1,212,500 --
Dahl Lils $1,212,500 --
Basinger Brian T $740,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnson Rt $810,000
Previous Owner Sales Mark $1,150,000
Previous Owner Sales Mark $800,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2013 07/11/13 Sold $1,690,000 +0.7% $537 / Sq Ft
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2013 05/14/13 For Sale $1,679,000 -- $534 / 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
2024 $26,023 $1,612,310 $791,000 $821,310
2023 $22,928 $1,210,580 $644,840 $565,740
2022 $22,238 $1,210,580 $644,840 $565,740
2021 $21,984 $1,210,580 $644,840 $565,740
2020 $21,984 $1,210,580 $644,840 $565,740
2019 $22,081 $1,210,580 $644,840 $565,740
2018 $22,034 $1,299,200 $561,960 $737,240
2017 $21,658 $1,299,200 $561,960 $737,240
2016 $19,260 $1,180,900 $561,960 $618,940
2015 $17,083 $1,031,590 $561,960 $469,630
2014 $16,031 $1,031,590 $561,960 $469,630
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Barbara Gronseth

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Barbara Gronseth

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 524-0880

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  • Lisa O'Rourke

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Lisa O'Rourke

    William Pitt

    (203) 326-0532

    45 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Lisa O'Rourke
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99027552

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000036-000053-K000017

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

521 Brookside Rd, New Canaan, CT

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This home is located at 521 Brookside Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 14 May 2013 and is currently estimated at $2,602,160, approximately $827 per square foot. This property was built in 1968. 521 Brookside Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including South Elementary School, Saxe Middle School, and New Canaan High School.

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