NOT LISTED FOR SALE

56 Adams Ln New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,393,000 - $3,328,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,220 Sq Ft
$629/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 06, 2017

Last sale price $1,400,000 $332 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,014/month

192 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Health Club
  • Heated Pool
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Medical Services
  • Home fronts a pond

About This Home

As of January 2017

Quintessential Country Estate located convenientley on the Westside in a coveted family neighborhood. Beautiful large Entry Hall opens to a step down Living Room, Dining Room with bay and builtins. The wrap around Solarium with gorgeous water views opens to the kitchen and a cathedral ceiling Family Room with FP & Rear stairs. Beautifully landscaped with heated pool & spa, a picturesque pond for canoeing and ice skating all located minutes from town, West school and the train. Simply beautiful!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Rowley

Connecticut Homes & Estates License #REB.0750586 Listed on: 04/23/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Rowley

Connecticut Homes & Estates License #REB.0750586 Listed on: 04/23/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,105

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Property is zoned 2 acre

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,220 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Pool

  • Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dining room Chandelier

Community Details

Recreation

  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,105

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4220
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4220
  • Total Sq Ft: 4220
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Dining room Chandelier
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 9332
  • Directions: Route 106 to Jellif Mill Rd. to Spring Water Lane to Adams Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 56

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Water View, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: 2 acre

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 19105
  • Total Assessed Value: 1171380
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.310
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.310
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 189781

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2018
Sold by
Lane Russell and Lane Ruth
Bought by
Benton Thomas and Benton Jayne
Total Days on Market
192
Current Estimated Value
$2,655,788

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2016
Closed on
Jan 9, 2017
Sold by
Santiago Steven and Santiago Adrienne
Bought by
Lane Russell and Lane Ruth
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Rowley
Connecticut Homes & Estates
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Rowley
Connecticut Homes & Estates
List Price
$1,639,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$239,000
-14.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.57%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2014
Closed on
Jun 9, 2014
Sold by
Saunders Melanie M
Bought by
Santiago Steven and Santiago Adrienne
Seller's Agent
Sherri Kielland
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Rowley
Connecticut Homes & Estates
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-2.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.85%
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2000
Sold by
Berry Arthur W and Berry Eleanor H
Bought by
Saunders Melanie M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Benton Thomas -- --
Lane Russell -- --
Santiago Steven $1,550,000 --
Saunders Melanie M $1,350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Saunders Melanie M $740,000
Previous Owner Saunders Melanie M $500,000
Previous Owner Saunders Melanie M $325,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/06/2017 01/06/17 Sold $1,400,000 -14.6% $332 / Sq Ft
12/07/2016 12/07/16 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2016 04/23/16 For Sale $1,639,000 +5.7% $388 / Sq Ft
06/06/2014 06/06/14 Sold $1,550,000 -2.8% $367 / Sq Ft
05/07/2014 05/07/14 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2014 03/24/14 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $378 / 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 $23,022 $1,426,390 $621,600 $804,790
2023 $21,571 $1,138,900 $673,680 $465,220
2022 $20,745 $1,129,310 $673,680 $455,630
2021 $20,508 $1,129,310 $673,680 $455,630
2020 $20,508 $1,129,310 $673,680 $455,630
2019 $20,599 $1,129,310 $673,680 $455,630
2018 $19,867 $1,171,380 $623,770 $547,610
2017 $19,527 $1,171,380 $623,770 $547,610
2016 $19,105 $1,171,380 $623,770 $547,610
2015 $19,398 $1,171,380 $623,770 $547,610
2014 $18,203 $1,171,380 $623,770 $547,610
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99140032

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000025-000241-000243