$2,369,000
SOLD FEB 26, 2021

716 Cheese Spring Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
6,756 Sq Ft
2.84 Acres

Recently Sold

$351 Per Sq Ft

13% Above List Price

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 2.84 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of April 2024

MODERN FARMHOUSE WITH WRAP AROUND FRONT PORCH CREATED IN 2019! Joanna & Chip Gaines Magnolia-Style home with all the bells & whistles. Set on 2.84 magnificent acres, this is turnkey country living at its best! In-ground heated pool with spa, patio, large level yard and plenty of privacy. 9 foot ceilings, wide-plank white oak flooring set the tone for light-filled and spacious living spaces. The show-stopper kitchen, with center sitting island, stainless appliances, pantry, dining area, French doors to slate patio and detailed accent wall is the heart of this special home. Stunning luxury master suite with soaring ceiling, fireplace, built-ins, office/sitting room, marble bath with soaking tub and 2 WI closets. Multiple work/school at home office spaces.
Huge recreation room with full bath is excellent flex space for playroom, home business, art studio, guest suite or office. Lower level gym with second laundry, and storage. Four car garage and mudroom with plenty of storage and built-ins. SMART home technology and spray foam insulation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hannelore Kaplan

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0771569 Listed on: 01/09/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Sigmund

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0809434

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,642

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 2.84 Acre Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned 100

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Home Gym
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • <<builtInOvenToken>>
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fiberglass Pool
  • Fiberglass Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,642

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6256
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4504
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 500
  • Total Sq Ft: 6756
  • Year Built: 1957
  • New Construction: Torn Down & Rebuilt
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8023
  • Directions: Valley Rd to Mariomi to Cheese Spring
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor and lower level
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 716

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Wrap Around, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Slab
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated, Fiberglass
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 4
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Generator Ready

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.8400
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Dry, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: 100

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 17642
  • Total Assessed Value: 971460
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 189478

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2024
Closed on
Apr 3, 2024
Sold by
Vinten Katie and Vinten Aaron
Bought by
Goldman Benjamin M and Goldman Heather S
Seller's Agent
Jessica Sigmund
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Connell
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,875,000
Sold Price
$2,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-4.35%
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$2,893,786

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$143,786
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.13%
Original Mortgage
$1,750,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,726,530
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,167,256

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2021
Closed on
Feb 26, 2021
Sold by
716 Cheese Spring Rd Llc
Bought by
Vinten Katie and Vinten Aaron
Seller's Agent
Hannelore Kaplan
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Sigmund
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,099,000
Sold Price
$2,369,000
Premium/Discount to List
$270,000
12.86%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,785,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2019
Sold by
Alvarez Carlos and Alvarez Zoali
Bought by
715 Cheese Spring Rd Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2019
Sold by
716 Cheese Spring Rd Llc
Bought by
Alvarez Carlos and Alvarez Zoali

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2016
Closed on
Sep 25, 2017
Sold by
Valerie Erichs Ret and Erichs
Bought by
716 Cheese Spring Llc
Seller's Agent
Anna Mae Bondor
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Priscilla Potenza
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$765,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$115,000
-15.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2012
Sold by
Valerie B Erichs T
Bought by
Harold G Erichs Ret and Erichs

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1966
Bought by
Erichs Valerie B
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 $2,750,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $2,750,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $2,369,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $2,369,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $650,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $45,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $650,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,750,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,750,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $270,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,785,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $500,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/03/2024 04/03/24 Sold $2,750,000 -4.3% $542 / Sq Ft
02/16/2024 02/16/24 Pending -- -- --
01/16/2024 01/16/24 For Sale $2,875,000 +21.4% $566 / Sq Ft
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Sold $2,369,000 +12.9% $351 / Sq Ft
02/22/2021 02/22/21 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2021 01/09/21 For Sale $2,099,000 +222.9% $311 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Sold $650,000 -9.6% $229 / Sq Ft
09/17/2017 09/17/17 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2017 06/29/17 Price Changed $719,000 -2.8% $253 / Sq Ft
03/03/2017 03/03/17 Price Changed $740,000 -3.3% $260 / Sq Ft
07/06/2016 07/06/16 For Sale $765,000 -- $269 / 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 $20,940 $1,297,380 $546,000 $751,380
2023 $18,399 $971,460 $543,830 $427,630
2022 $17,846 $971,460 $543,830 $427,630
2021 $17,642 $971,460 $543,830 $427,630
2020 $17,642 $971,460 $543,830 $427,630
2019 $17,719 $971,460 $543,830 $427,630
2018 $10,454 $616,420 $575,540 $40,880
2017 $10,276 $616,420 $575,540 $40,880
2016 $10,054 $616,420 $575,540 $40,880
2015 $9,857 $616,420 $575,540 $40,880
2014 $9,579 $616,420 $575,540 $40,880
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170364876

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000046-000228-000011