NOT LISTED FOR SALE

68 Turtle Back Rd S New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $3,523,000 - $3,874,000

5 Beds
6.5 Baths
7,034 Sq Ft
$524/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,810,000 $257 Per Sq Ft

Est. 104% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,718/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 4.01 Acre Lot
  • Attic
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 3 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of April 2020

Modern Farmhouse meets traditional luxury on the perfect west side cul de sac. Boasting over 7,000 SF of living space, 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, a recently converted salt water pool & batting cage, 68 Turtle Back Rd South represents the perfect culmination of style and functionality in an amazing location. A welcoming entry foyer leads to stylishly appointed entertaining spaces and then to a private first floor office. Bright & sunny, the newly refreshed kitchen features gorgeous Caesarstone countertops, high-end appliances, a large island with cooktop and separate eat-in area with chic banquette that walks out to a covered porch with eastern views. Large Master Suite with his & hers walk in closets and Master Bath with jetted tub, shower and private water closet. So much to love!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Saxe

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0768323 Listed on: 01/28/2020

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Rebecca Perlman

Keller Williams Realty License #RES.0801441

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,719

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 4.01 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Cleared Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned 100

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Covered Deck

Schools

  • West Elementary School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,719

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6334
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 6334
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 700
  • Total Sq Ft: 7034
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 13901
  • Directions: Rt 123 to Rt 106 to Oenoke Ridge to Turtle Back Road South.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 68

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • High School: New Canaan

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.0100
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 100

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 29719
  • Total Assessed Value: 1629320
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.240
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.240
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 184827

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2020
Closed on
Apr 15, 2020
Sold by
Mobil Weichert Workforce
Bought by
Colahan Lily and Cabral Jason
Seller's Agent
Christine Saxe
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Perlman
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,999,000
Sold Price
$1,810,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$189,000
-9.45%
Total Days on Market
52
Current Estimated Value
$3,683,530

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,873,530
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.86%
Original Mortgage
$1,448,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,298,353
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,385,177

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2015
Closed on
Aug 13, 2015
Sold by
Jensen Erik J and Jensen Elizabeth P
Bought by
Connolly Jessica B and Connolly Justin S
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Walsh
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Mary Ellen Spitzfaden
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$2,550,000
Sold Price
$2,272,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$277,500
-10.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.73%
Original Mortgage
$1,704,375
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Colahan Lily $1,810,000 None Available
Connolly Jessica B $2,272,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cabral Jason $700,000
Closed Colahan Lily $250,000
Open Colahan Lily $1,448,000
Previous Owner Connolly Jessica B $1,683,400
Previous Owner Connolly Jessica B $1,704,375
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2020 04/21/20 Sold $1,810,000 -9.5% $257 / Sq Ft
03/20/2020 03/20/20 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2020 01/28/20 For Sale $1,999,000 -12.0% $284 / Sq Ft
08/12/2015 08/12/15 Sold $2,272,500 -10.9% $311 / Sq Ft
07/13/2015 07/13/15 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2015 03/30/15 For Sale $2,550,000 -- $349 / 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 $36,487 $2,260,650 $718,200 $1,542,450
2023 $30,859 $1,629,320 $734,930 $894,390
2022 $29,931 $1,629,320 $734,930 $894,390
2021 $29,588 $1,629,320 $734,930 $894,390
2020 $29,588 $1,629,320 $734,930 $894,390
2019 $29,719 $1,629,320 $734,930 $894,390
2018 $32,884 $1,938,930 $793,940 $1,144,990
2017 $32,322 $1,938,930 $793,940 $1,144,990
2016 $31,624 $1,938,930 $793,940 $1,144,990
2015 $32,109 $1,938,930 $793,940 $1,144,990
2014 $30,168 $1,941,310 $793,940 $1,147,370
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170266411

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000033-000032-000120