$1,305,000
SOLD JUN 28, 2021
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,222 Sq Ft
0.39 Acres

Recently Sold

$309 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bonus Room
  • Brien Mcmahon High School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of September 2024

Come view the most beautifully maintained classic farmhouse, in the heart of Rowayton. 6 bed, 3 bath on the corner of Ledge Rd and Witch Ln, and nestled on an expansive and fully fenced in .39 acres, 61 Witch Lane is the perfect combination of spacious and cozy. It is minutes from village center for a quick morning coffee walk, a half mile to the train station for easy commuting, and importunity, a quick bike ride to Bayley Beach. Renovated and open, this +4000 square foot home has it all. Just in time for Spring, don't miss the custom southern-inspired covered porch and the private back yard space in bloom!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amanda Spatola

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0809813 Listed on: 03/29/2021

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Katherine Balanoff

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0778235

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,972

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned A1

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,222 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway
  • Unpaved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Public Water Access
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Rowayton Elementary School
  • Roton Middle School
  • Brien Mcmahon High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,972

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Rowayton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4222
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4222
  • Total Sq Ft: 4222
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Tennis Courts
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5255
  • Directions: Corner of Witch and Ledge.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 15
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 7x7
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 61

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Porch, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Unpaved
  • Driveway Type: Private, Gravel

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Rowayton
  • Middle School: Roton
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3900
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: A1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 18972
  • Total Assessed Value: 852600
  • Mil Rate Base: 22.250
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 0.002
  • Mil Rate Total: 22.252
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 256536

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Rowayton
  • Middle Jr High School: Roton
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2024
Closed on
Sep 16, 2024
Sold by
Shearman Christina and Schuhmacker Kenneth
Bought by
Schreiber Andrea and Schreiber Michael
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Beinfield
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Laura Bickmeyer
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-17.4%
Views
109
Current Estimated Value
$1,546,022

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$146,022
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.35%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 29, 2021
Closed on
Jun 21, 2021
Sold by
Dawkins Jeffrey E and Dawkins Sarah L
Bought by
Shearman Christina and Schuhmacher Kenneth
Seller's Agent
Amanda Spatola
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Balanoff
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
4.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.21%
Original Mortgage
$978,750
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2012
Closed on
May 8, 2012
Sold by
Lesson Mark D and Lesson Allison M
Bought by
Dawkins Jeffrey E and Dawkins Sarah L
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Beinfield
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Brennan
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$943,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$51,500
-5.18%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2005
Sold by
Dawson John B and Dawson Amanda N
Bought by
Lesson Mark D and Miller Allison

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2003
Sold by
Verlezza Peter J
Bought by
Dawson Amanda N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2000
Sold by
Larsen Gay K
Bought by
Verlezza Peter and Verlezza Margry
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,400,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,400,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,400,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $943,500 --
Warranty Deed $1,000,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $322,500 --
Executors Deed $107,000 --
Warranty Deed $943,500 --
Warranty Deed $1,000,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Executors Deed $107,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $978,750 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $800,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2024 09/17/24 Sold $1,400,000 -6.6% $332 / Sq Ft
08/08/2024 08/08/24 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2024 06/10/24 Price Changed $1,499,000 -6.0% $355 / Sq Ft
05/13/2024 05/13/24 Price Changed $1,595,000 -5.9% $378 / Sq Ft
04/25/2024 04/25/24 For Sale $1,695,000 +29.9% $401 / Sq Ft
06/28/2021 06/28/21 Sold $1,305,000 +4.4% $309 / Sq Ft
06/09/2021 06/09/21 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2021 04/09/21 For Sale $1,250,000 +32.5% $296 / Sq Ft
05/04/2012 05/04/12 Sold $943,500 -5.2% $223 / Sq Ft
03/06/2012 03/06/12 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2012 02/24/12 For Sale $995,000 -- $236 / 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 $23,260 $1,038,770 $497,210 $541,560
2024 $24,789 $1,124,360 $524,830 $599,530
2023 $20,398 $852,600 $370,080 $482,520
2022 $19,554 $852,600 $370,080 $482,520
2021 $18,902 $852,600 $370,080 $482,520
2020 $18,972 $852,600 $370,080 $482,520
2019 $18,241 $852,600 $370,080 $482,520
2018 $16,589 $685,650 $375,700 $309,950
2017 $15,984 $685,650 $375,700 $309,950
2016 $15,729 $685,650 $375,700 $309,950
2015 $15,667 $685,650 $375,700 $309,950
2014 $15,376 $685,650 $375,700 $309,950
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170384629

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000006-000032B-000008