NOT LISTED FOR SALE

748 South Ave New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $1,451,000 - $1,724,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,578 Sq Ft
$615/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 23, 2019

Last sale price $813,000 $315 Per Sq Ft

Est. 95% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,517/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of January 2019

Great location, tremendous value, warm and inviting! Come see this light & bright Colonial with an open floor plan that is designed for entertaining. Attention to detail of beautiful hardwood flooring, attractive molding, recessed lighting and automated Nest system makes this home special. Enjoy the peace of this private backyard that is now an open flat lawn surrounded by 140 newly installed tall thick evergreen trees to ensure privacy and backyard beauty. If you love to hike, run and bike, head across the street to Waveny Park the most magnificent place in New Canaan! This location is perfect for anyone who is crazy busy, but also wants to stop and take in life to the fullest. Walk to schools & YMCA.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Libby Mattson

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0795773 Listed on: 10/29/2018

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Allegretta

A & A QHI License #REB.0791253

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,828

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned 1 ACRE

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Schools

  • South Elementary School
  • Saxe Middle School
  • NCHS High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See agent

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,828

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2138
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2138
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 440
  • Total Sq Ft: 2578
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: See agent
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3901
  • Directions: Merritt Parkway, Exit #37, left on South Avenue.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 748

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: SOUTH
  • Middle School: SAXE
  • High School: NCHS

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed
  • Zoning: 1 ACRE

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 9828
  • Total Assessed Value: 579530
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.960
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 189490

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: SOUTH
  • Middle Jr High School: SAXE
  • High School: NCHS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2018
Closed on
Jan 23, 2019
Sold by
Kersting David and Kersting Cindy
Bought by
Tiani Jeffrey and Tiani Caitlin
Seller's Agent
Libby Mattson
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Andy Allegretta
A & A QHI
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$813,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$86,000
-9.57%
Total Days on Market
52
Current Estimated Value
$1,585,113

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$772,113
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.35%
Original Mortgage
$691,050
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2011
Sold by
Bookstaber Daniel and Bookstaber Keily
Bought by
Kersting David F and Kersting Cindy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2007
Sold by
Purcell Robert E
Bought by
Bookstaber Daniel and Backstaber Kelly
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tiani Jeffrey $813,000 --
Kersting David F $869,615 --
Bookstaber Daniel $1,110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tiani Jeffrey $50,000
Open Tiani Jeffrey $686,200
Closed Bookstaber Daniel $691,050
Previous Owner Bookstaber Daniel $417,000
Previous Owner Bookstaber Daniel $675,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/23/2019 01/23/19 Sold $813,000 -1.9% $315 / Sq Ft
12/20/2018 12/20/18 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2018 11/30/18 Price Changed $829,000 -6.2% $322 / Sq Ft
11/15/2018 11/15/18 Price Changed $884,000 -1.7% $343 / Sq Ft
10/29/2018 10/29/18 For Sale $899,000 0.0% $349 / Sq Ft
07/10/2012 07/10/12 Rented $4,500 -13.5% --
06/10/2012 06/10/12 Under Contract -- -- --
02/10/2012 02/10/12 For Rent $5,200 -- --
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 $13,265 $821,870 $532,000 $289,870
2023 $11,769 $621,390 $484,470 $136,920
2022 $11,415 $621,390 $484,470 $136,920
2021 $11,284 $621,390 $484,470 $136,920
2020 $11,284 $621,390 $484,470 $136,920
2019 $11,075 $607,180 $484,470 $122,710
2018 $9,829 $579,530 $498,400 $81,130
2017 $9,661 $579,530 $498,400 $81,130
2016 $9,452 $579,530 $498,400 $81,130
2015 $9,597 $579,530 $498,400 $81,130
2014 $9,006 $579,530 $498,400 $81,130
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170137950

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000030-000231-K000024