NOT LISTED FOR SALE

719 Ponus Ridge Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,977,000 - $4,099,168

5 Beds
7 Baths
7,018 Sq Ft
$477/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2024

Last sale price $2,805,000 $400 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,504/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Colonial Architecture
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Marble Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2024

Introducing 719 Ponus Ridge, a remarkable property on 2 park-like acres in the prestigious town of New Canaan. Custom built by Windward Development, this home has been well cared for by the same family for 30 years. Situated on a level corner lot, there is a second driveway with direct access to the quiet Bennington Place cul-de-sac. The home offers over 7,000sf of living space, features 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths, heated pool and tennis court. Upon entering, you are greeted by an impressive 2-story grand foyer and sweeping staircase which sets the tone for the elegance and sophistication found throughout. The kitchen is a chef's dream with ample counter and storage space, an 8ft center island, wet bar and open floor plan to seamlessly connect the family room and informal dining area. It is an ideal space for both entertaining and everyday living with French doors leading to the patio and pool. The elegant formal dining room has a fireplace and spacious enough to easily host large family gatherings and holiday celebrations. Entering the formal living area, you are greeted by a 10' ceiling, fireplace and French doors to both the pool patio and a covered veranda, perfect for cozy evenings and quiet relaxation. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with a sitting area, walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom with whirlpool tub and separate shower. The 4 additional bedrooms are generously sized, offering privacy and comfort. This home also features a variety of desirable amenities, including an office, studio/hobby room, large walk-in cedar closet and finished basement to create a home gym, theater or billiard room. The playroom with a full bath and private entrance can be used as an in-law suite or Au Pair room. The expansive windows throughout flood the interior with natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance in each room. High ceilings and tasteful architectural details further enhance the home's charm and character. The meticulously landscaped grounds provide a outdoor oasis whether relaxing with family and friends on the large bluestone patio, soaking in the pool, enjoying a tennis match or playing games in the expansive yard. Located in the heart of New Canaan, residents will enjoy upscale shopping and dining in the vibrant downtown area, easy access to the town's renowned schools and a plethora of recreational activities. With its prime location and exceptional features, 719 Ponus Ridge presents an unparalleled opportunity to own a truly impressive property. Tennis court "as is."

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine McKelvey

Corcoran Centric Realty LLC License #RES.0823509 Listed on: 05/30/2024

Corcoran Centric Realty LLC

Co-Listed By

Jeffrey Jackson

Corcoran Centric Realty LLC License #REB.0754846

Last Buyer's Agent

Dorothy Salisbury

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0784946

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $38,422

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned OT - Out of Town

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • 7,018 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Rear Stairs
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Formal Entry
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Game Room
  • Play Room
  • Home Gym
  • Marble Flooring
  • Walkup Attic
  • Laundry Room
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Pool

  • Private Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Veranda

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10498

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$38,422

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Directions: Ponus Ridge Rd to corner of Bennington Pl.
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.1
  • Co List Office Mls Id: COCE01
  • Co List Office Phone: 203-625-9500
  • Inclusions: Call LB
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Cooling System:Central AC: Yes
  • Lot Description:Parklike: Yes
  • Features:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Lot Description:Corner: Yes
  • Features:Generator: Yes
  • Features:Hot Tub: Yes
  • Features:Back Stairs: Yes
  • Entry Hall Ceilings:Double Height: Yes
  • Entry Hall Comments:Grand Entrance: Yes
  • Features:Veranda: Yes
  • Features:Cedar Closet: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: In-Law Floorplan, Sep Shower, Whirlpool Tub, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Back Stairs, Cedar Closet(s), Hot Tub, Bookcases
  • Kitchen Comments:Island: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments:Walk-in Closet(s): Yes
  • Laundry Comments:Separate Room: Yes
  • Other Room LevelFP:_three_rd50: 1
  • Other Room Comments:Office Space: Yes
  • Living Room LevelFP:FP2: 1
  • Primary Bdrm LevelFP:FP8: 1
  • Living Room Comments:French Doors: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments:Eat-In Kitchen: Yes
  • Primary Bth Comments:Sep Shower: Yes
  • Family Room LevelFP:FP5: 1
  • LibraryDen Comments:Bookshelves2: Yes
  • Family Room Ceilings:Extra Height6: Yes
  • Family Room Comments:Wet Bar2: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments:Primary Bedroom Suite: Yes
  • Dining Room Comments:Formal: Yes
  • Primary Bth Comments:Whirlpool Tub: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 3:Game Room3: Yes
  • Basement Type:Partially Finished: Yes
  • Living Room Ceilings:Extra Height2: Yes
  • Dining Room Ceilings:Extra Height4: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Ceilings:Cathedral9: Yes
  • LibraryDen Comments:Built-Ins3: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments:Sitting Area: Yes
  • Dining Room LevelFP:FP3: 1
  • Attic:Walk Up: Yes
  • Other Room LevelFP 3:LL51: 1
  • Family Room Comments:Built-Ins2: Yes
  • Other Room Comments:Studio: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Ceilings:Double Height9: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 3:Exercise Room4: Yes
  • Other Room LevelFP 2:_two_nd51: 1
  • Kitchen Comments:Bay Window3: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 2:Playroom2: Yes
  • Entry Hall Comments:Marble Floor: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 2:In-Law Suite2: Yes
  • Other Room Ceilings 2:Cathedral14: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Lot Features: Corner, Parklike
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Exclusions: Call LB
  • Construction Type: Clapboard
  • Exterior:Clapboard: Yes
  • Roof:Asphalt: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
  • General Property Info:Garage Desc: Attached
  • Features:Auto Garage Door: Yes

Utilities

  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Heat System:Forced Air: Yes
  • Water Source:Public: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Sanitation Source:Septic Tank: Yes
  • Gas Source:Propane2: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Out of Town
  • Middle Or Junior School: Out of Town

Lot Info

  • Zoning: OT - Out of Town
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 91476.0
  • Parcel #: 10498
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 38422.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2024
Closed on
Aug 28, 2024
Sold by
Manimbo Carole A
Bought by
Phelan Katherine and Phelan Peter James
Seller's Agent
Christine McKelvey
Corcoran Centric Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Salisbury
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,795,000
Sold Price
$2,805,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
0.36%
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$3,345,542

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$540,542
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.27%
Original Mortgage
$3,300,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,267,975
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$77,567
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Phelan Katherine $2,805,000 None Available
Phelan Katherine $2,805,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Phelan Katherine $3,300,000
Closed Phelan Katherine $3,300,000
Previous Owner Manimbo Carole $835,000
Previous Owner Manimbo Carole $831,000
Previous Owner Manimbo Carole $900,000
Previous Owner Manimbo Carole $900,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Sold $2,805,000 +0.4% $400 / Sq Ft
07/03/2024 07/03/24 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2024 05/30/24 For Sale $2,795,000 -- $398 / Sq Ft
Source: Greenwich Association of REALTORS®

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 $39,722 $2,380,000 $862,400 $1,517,600
2024 $38,413 $2,380,000 $862,400 $1,517,600
2023 $35,584 $1,878,800 $744,380 $1,134,420
2022 $34,514 $1,878,800 $744,380 $1,134,420
2021 $34,119 $1,878,800 $744,380 $1,134,420
2020 $34,119 $1,878,800 $744,380 $1,134,420
2019 $34,269 $1,878,800 $744,380 $1,134,420
2018 $38,615 $2,276,820 $765,730 $1,511,090
2017 $37,955 $2,276,820 $765,730 $1,511,090
2016 $37,135 $2,276,820 $765,730 $1,511,090
2015 $36,406 $2,276,820 $765,730 $1,511,090
2014 $35,382 $2,276,820 $765,730 $1,511,090
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greenwich Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 120637

Greenwich Association of REALTORS®

APN: NCAN-000026-000012-000106