NOT LISTED FOR SALE

78 W Cross Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $1,567,000 - $1,735,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,171 Sq Ft
$526/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 10, 2019

Last sale price $1,000,000 $315 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,505/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Finished Attic
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Property is near public transit
  • Attic

About This Home

As of October 2019

This pristine storybook Colonial situated on a beautifully landscaped private acre with expansive bluestone terrace. Completely updated from top to bottom (2006) 4 Bedroom 3.5 bath home with potential in-law suite or separate entrance home office (Built in 2010), partially finished basement and attached 2 car garage. Large eat in kitchen with Stainless steel appliances, large center island with granite countertops. Over an acre of level park-like property, in a great family friendly neighborhood. West School was awarded the Blue Ribbon Distinction (one of only four schools statewide in 2018) based on the combination of overall academic excellence and high levels of student achievement. Part of the property is in Stamford....so you will get New Canaan Schools plus access to Stamford Amenities - best of both worlds. Great commuter location, close to train and highway. THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE!!

AVAILABLE FOR RENT ALSO - 6 MONTH RENTAL AVAILABLE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tara Travers

Century 21 AllPoints Realty License #RES.0771494 Listed on: 08/23/2019

Century 21 AllPoints Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Sallie Craig

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0586179

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,644

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 1.23 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 300

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,171 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,644

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3171
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3171
  • Total Sq Ft: 3171
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Public Pool, Public Transportation, Walk to Bus Lines
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 7029
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 08/22/2019
  • Directions: North On Ponus to West Cross Road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 78

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Patio, Porch-Wrap Around, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.2300
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, N/A
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 300

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 12644
  • Total Assessed Value: 693210
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.240
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.240
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 188972

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2019
Closed on
Oct 8, 2019
Sold by
Brennan Diane
Bought by
Teska James and Teska Courtney
Seller's Agent
Tara Travers
Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sallie Craig
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$199,000
-16.6%
Total Days on Market
33
Current Estimated Value
$1,666,792

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$666,792
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.71%
Original Mortgage
$602,000
Outstanding Balance
$533,157
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,073,969
Source: Public Records

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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
Teska James $1,000,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Teska James $602,000
Previous Owner Peck Richard W $140,000
Previous Owner Peck Richard W $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/10/2019 10/10/19 Sold $1,000,000 -9.0% $315 / Sq Ft
09/25/2019 09/25/19 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2019 08/26/19 Price Changed $1,099,000 -8.3% $347 / Sq Ft
08/23/2019 08/23/19 For Sale $1,199,000 0.0% $378 / Sq Ft
03/15/2019 03/15/19 Rented $5,300 0.0% --
02/17/2019 02/17/19 Under Contract -- -- --
10/17/2018 10/17/18 For Rent $5,300 -- --
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 $14,316 $886,970 $485,100 $401,870
2023 $13,129 $693,210 $468,370 $224,840
2022 $12,734 $693,210 $468,370 $224,840
2021 $12,589 $693,210 $468,370 $224,840
2020 $12,589 $693,210 $468,370 $224,840
2019 $12,644 $693,210 $468,370 $224,840
2018 $14,841 $875,070 $495,600 $379,470
2017 $14,587 $875,070 $495,600 $379,470
2016 $14,272 $875,070 $495,600 $379,470
2015 $14,491 $875,070 $495,600 $379,470
2014 $13,599 $875,070 $495,600 $379,470
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170228497

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000024-000203-000047