$1,579,000
SOLD JUL 3, 2014

719 Valley Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,562 Sq Ft
3.69 Acres

Recently Sold

$443 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Colonial Architecture
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • 3.69 Acre Lot
  • Wetlands on Lot

About This Home

As of February 2021

Fall in love with this enchanting circa 1900 sun-filled country charmer situated on 3.6 private acres with breathtaking views of the the pond and Silvermine River. Warm, sophisticated & inviting, the floor plan brilliantly takes advantage of the water views, and is perfect for easy living and entertaining. The two terraces function as outdoor rooms, and provide a place for viewing the natural beauty of this tranquil property. Special in every way, it is conveniently located just minutes from the town center.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Higgins

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0309665 Listed on: 05/02/2014

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Saxe

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0768323

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,756

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 3.69 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • River Front
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 2 Acres

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Awning
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Listing Broker has list.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,756

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3262
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3030
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 300
  • Total Sq Ft: 3562
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Exclusions: Listing Broker has list.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6072
  • Directions: Rte 106 to Valley Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Garage Access, Heated, Liveable Space, Partially Finished, Storage, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 719

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Shed, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Brick, Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Frontage, Pond, River, Direct Waterfront
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.6900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Some Wetlands, Water View
  • Zoning: 2 Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2014-June 2015
  • Property Tax: 15756
  • Total Assessed Value: 1013740
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.542
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 188257

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
Sep 22, 2020
Closed on
Jan 22, 2021
Sold by
Morris Schuyler and Morris Brent
Bought by
Grossman Judd and Grossman Meredith
Seller's Agent
Schuyler Morris
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Schuyler Morris
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,649,000
Sold Price
$1,625,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-1.46%
Current Estimated Value
$2,188,110

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$563,110
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.71%
Original Mortgage
$1,218,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,110,595
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$884,268

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2014
Closed on
Jul 7, 2014
Sold by
Empson 3Rd G Raymond and Greenhalgh-Empson Gay
Bought by
Morris Schuyler and Morris Brent
Seller's Agent
Mary Higgins
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Christine Saxe
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,579,000
Sold Price
$1,579,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.44%
Original Mortgage
$1,263,200
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1998
Sold by
Eberstadt Rudolph
Bought by
Empson G Raymond and Empson Gay M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,625,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,579,000 --
Warranty Deed $870,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,218,750 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $125,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $1,263,200 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $401,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $323,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/08/2021 02/08/21 Sold $1,625,000 -1.5% $429 / Sq Ft
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2020 09/22/20 For Sale $1,649,000 +4.4% $436 / Sq Ft
07/03/2014 07/03/14 Sold $1,579,000 0.0% $443 / Sq Ft
06/03/2014 06/03/14 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2014 05/02/14 For Sale $1,579,000 -- $443 / 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 $16,660 $1,032,220 $687,260 $344,960
2023 $18,466 $974,960 $620,480 $354,480
2022 $17,910 $974,960 $620,480 $354,480
2021 $17,705 $974,960 $620,480 $354,480
2020 $17,705 $974,960 $620,480 $354,480
2019 $17,783 $974,960 $620,480 $354,480
2018 $18,375 $1,083,460 $656,810 $426,650
2017 $18,061 $1,083,460 $656,810 $426,650
2016 $17,671 $1,083,460 $656,810 $426,650
2015 $16,210 $1,013,740 $656,810 $356,930
2014 $15,754 $1,013,740 $656,810 $356,930
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Schuyler Morris

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Schuyler Morris

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (610) 505-6888

    14 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Schuyler Morris
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  • Mary Higgins

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Mary Higgins

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 247-1625

    41 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Mary Higgins
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  • Christine Saxe

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Christine Saxe

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 273-1548

    96 in this area

    114 Total Sales

    Christine Saxe
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99063561

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000045-000118-000038

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

719 Valley Rd, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 719 Valley Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 and is currently priced at $1,579,000, approximately $443 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 719 Valley Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including East Elementary School, Saxe Middle School, and New Canaan High School.

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