NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,195,636

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,228 Sq Ft
$370/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 27, 2022

Last sale price $925,000 $287 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,766 / mo

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Stables
  • Spa
  • Barn
  • Medical Services
  • 2.11 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of October 2022

Welcome to 65 Benson Road! A lovely, charming and scenic property on a cul de sac in Ridgebury. This Contemporary-Colonial has an open concept floor plan with 4 large bedrooms. Sliders onto a full backyard deck with access from the Dining Room and Kitchen-Den area for easy entertaining or enjoying the privacy of this property. In addition, there is a spa on a separate side deck. Much of the house has been freshly painted on the interior and exterior; as well as the Hardwood Floors have been refinished!

Full Basement that is partially finished for a Rec/PlayRoom, as well as a enormous cedar closet and large storage area.
Small Paddock and Barn sold(as is) Close to shopping and easy access to 84 and RT7.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Helen Rasmussen

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0767052 Listed on: 08/14/2022

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Benincasa

GoodHouse Real Estate LLC License #REB.0794941

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,565

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 2.11 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RAAA

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck

Schools

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

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Paddocks
  • Stables

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Property is near golf course and shops
  • Barn

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Medical Services

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,565

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

2.11 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Ridgebury
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2828
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2828
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Total Sq Ft: 3228
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Medical Facilities
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Ridgebury Road to Benson Road. Go to the end of the road #65 Benson Road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper level
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Hot Tub, Paddock, Stable
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.1100
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: RAAA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 13565
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.430
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 273765

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2022
Closed on
Oct 27, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Helen Rasmussen
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Scott Benincasa
GoodHouse Real Estate LLC
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$925,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
5.71%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$1,195,636

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$270,636
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.06%
Original Mortgage
$370,000
Outstanding Balance
$352,325
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$843,311

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 1994
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 1988
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$925,000 None Available
$360,000 --
$380,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $370,000
Previous Owner $100,000
Previous Owner $167,608
Previous Owner $183,500
Previous Owner $50,000
Previous Owner $210,000
Previous Owner $173,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/27/2022 10/27/22 Sold $925,000 +5.7% $287 / Sq Ft
09/07/2022 09/07/22 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2022 08/19/22 For Sale $875,000 -- $271 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

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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 $14,345 $523,740 $222,950 $300,790
2024 $13,801 $523,740 $222,950 $300,790
2023 $13,518 $523,740 $222,950 $300,790
2022 $13,565 $477,150 $171,500 $305,650
2021 $13,460 $477,150 $171,500 $305,650
2020 $13,417 $477,150 $171,500 $305,650
2019 $13,417 $477,150 $171,500 $305,650
2018 $13,255 $477,150 $171,500 $305,650
2017 $13,625 $500,740 $205,250 $295,490
2016 $13,365 $500,740 $205,250 $295,490
2015 $13,024 $500,740 $205,250 $295,490
2014 $13,024 $500,740 $205,250 $295,490
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170511314

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APN: RIDG-000003-C000035

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