Seller's Agent in 2023
Laura Ancona
William Pitt
(203) 733-7053
126 in this area
242 Total Sales
7 Christopher Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877
Ridgefield NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,533,000 - $1,976,000
6
Beds
5.5
Baths
6,840
Sq Ft
$255/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Lake Front
- Beach Access
- Colonial Architecture
- Barlow Mountain Elementary School Rated A
- 2.88 Acre Lot
- Maid or Guest Quarters
About This Home
As of June 2023Welcome to "Nydeggen". This 1910 historic country estate was featured on Ridgefield's holiday home tour & has been well documented in the town archives as "H. Shenck's Mansion at Lake Mamanasco." Quiet cul de sac location on 2.88 acres w/picturesque lake views & deeded lake rights, this grand home has been elegantly updated, yet retains all the character of a bygone era w/servant's call buttons, butler's pantry cabinets, wood paneling, moldings/hardwood; & stunning solarium w/original leaded glass windows. This sprawling home offers 6,840 sf on the main floors, plus 1,572 sf in the walk up 3rd floor w/6+ bedrooms, 5/1 baths, office, library & multiple work from home options. This iconic Ridgefield home offers the best of old & new. Notable historic features include original telephone in "telephone room"; heavy wooden entrance doors; wood paneling in FR; & 2 sets of stairs between the 1st & 2nd levels as well as the 2nd & 3rd floors. Over $450K of extensive renovations include: kitchen/butler's pantry; central A/C; baths; floor refinishing; closet upgrades; interior/exterior painting; driveway paving; landscaping; flagstone patio; new shed; & more. Idyllic location with both private beach at end of cul de sac, plus deeded rights to Mamanasco Beach Club for swimming, bbq, picnicking, volleyball, fishing, sailing, canoeing & kayaking. Moments to downtown Ridgefield for shopping, restaurants, theaters & parks; convenient to Goldens Bridge/Purdy's stations; & 60 miles to Midtown!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,379
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 2.88 Acre Lot
- Lake Front
- Cul-De-Sac
- Property is zoned RAA
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Stone Frame
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Stucco Exterior
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 6,840 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Sitting Room
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Walkup Attic
- Finished Attic
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Storage
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Deck
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Walking Distance to Water
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Barlow Mountain Elementary School
- Scotts Ridge Middle School
- Ridgefield High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Radiator
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
- Private Company Owned Well
- Hot Water Circulator
- Oil Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 24, 2023
Closed on
Jun 21, 2023
Sold by
Johnsrud Thomas H and Johnsrud Nina H
Bought by
Lewis Erika and Lewis Jerry W
Seller's Agent
Laura Ancona
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Tina Dinota
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$160,000
-10.03%
Total Days on Market
67
Views
213
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$311,216
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.68%
Original Mortgage
$1,102,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,084,298
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$739,416
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2000
Sold by
Low Anthony and Low Pauline M
Bought by
Johnsrud Thomas H and Johnsrud Nina H
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Erika | $1,470,000 | None Available | |
| Johnsrud Thomas H | $990,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lewis Erika | $1,102,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Low Anthony | $678,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Low Anthony | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Low Anthony | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/21/2023 06/21/23 | Sold | $1,435,000 | -4.0% | $210 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2023 05/30/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2023 04/26/23 | Price Changed | $1,495,000 | -6.3% | $219 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2023 03/24/23 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | 0.0% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2017 08/17/17 | Rented | $5,000 | -4.8% | -- |
| 07/16/2017 07/16/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2017 05/22/17 | Price Changed | $5,250 | -4.5% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2017 04/11/17 | For Rent | $5,500 | -- | -- |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $23,383 | $887,390 | $283,990 | $603,400 |
| 2023 | $22,904 | $887,390 | $283,990 | $603,400 |
| 2022 | $21,379 | $751,990 | $177,500 | $574,490 |
| 2021 | $21,214 | $751,990 | $177,500 | $574,490 |
| 2020 | $21,146 | $751,990 | $177,500 | $574,490 |
| 2019 | $21,146 | $751,990 | $177,500 | $574,490 |
| 2018 | $20,890 | $751,990 | $177,500 | $574,490 |
| 2017 | $20,408 | $750,020 | $190,030 | $559,990 |
| 2016 | $20,018 | $750,020 | $190,030 | $559,990 |
| 2015 | $19,508 | $750,020 | $190,030 | $559,990 |
| 2014 | $19,508 | $750,020 | $190,030 | $559,990 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Laura Ancona
-
Tina Dinota
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Tina Dinota
William Pitt
(914) 760-1715
2 in this area
67 Total Sales
Map
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Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170558099
APN: RIDG-000010-D000063
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