NOT LISTED FOR SALE

79 Benedict Hill Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,138,000 - $2,647,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
5,663 Sq Ft
$421/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 23, 2015

Last sale price $1,399,999 $247 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,520/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • 5.59 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2015

Calling all nature lovers! Stroll down to the end of a private lane and discover this stunning modern designed home with open flow and vaulted ceilings, lots of glass and skylights making for a cheerful sun-filled house. Totally updated with new gourmet EI kitchen opening to a fabulous family room which enters onto a multi-tiered deck. Chic and sophisticated, this home offers an excellent floor plan with fabulous space for all. Three fireplaces, first floor master, 4 bedrooms, lower level playroom and exercise room and so much more. Situated on 5.5 private acres. Feels like new! Priced to sell! Do not miss this opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Hollyday

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0551024 Listed on: 02/02/2015

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Susan Nix

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0769363

Last Buyer's Agent

Joan Allocca

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0010052

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,476

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 5.59 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 100

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Vertical Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Gym
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,476

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4793
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4793
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 870
  • Total Sq Ft: 5663
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8928
  • Directions: Silvermine Road to Valley Road, East onto Benedict Hill Road. Down shared driveway.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 79

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: River
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 5.5900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Zoning: 100

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2014-June 2015
  • Property Tax: 19476
  • Total Assessed Value: 1253280
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.540
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 188329

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
Feb 2, 2015
Closed on
Mar 23, 2015
Sold by
Kulkin Wayne M and Kulkin Cathy A
Bought by
Popov Dmitriy G and Popova Irina G
Seller's Agent
Carol Hollyday
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Joan Allocca
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,399,999
Premium/Discount to List
$999
0.07%
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$2,383,042

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$983,043
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.47%
Original Mortgage
$950,000
Outstanding Balance
$720,983
Interest Rate
2.63%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,690,850

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2014
Sold by
Kulkin Wayne M and Kulkin Cathy A
Bought by
Engel Pieter J and Engel Kelly J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2001
Sold by
Wilson William J
Bought by
Kulkin Wayne M and Kulkin Catherine A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 1994
Sold by
Roubinek Gary W
Bought by
Wilson William and Wilson Lois
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Popov Dmitriy G $1,399,999 --
Engel Pieter J -- --
Kulkin Wayne M $995,000 --
Wilson William $750,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Popov Dmitriy $140,000
Open Popov Dmitriy $285,000
Closed Wilson William $300,000
Open Wilson William $950,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/23/2015 03/23/15 Sold $1,399,999 +0.1% $247 / Sq Ft
02/21/2015 02/21/15 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2015 02/02/15 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $247 / 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 $25,713 $1,593,130 $866,250 $726,880
2023 $19,685 $1,039,360 $642,390 $396,970
2022 $19,093 $1,039,360 $642,390 $396,970
2021 $18,875 $1,039,360 $642,390 $396,970
2020 $18,875 $1,039,360 $642,390 $396,970
2019 $18,958 $1,039,360 $642,390 $396,970
2018 $21,256 $1,253,280 $679,770 $573,510
2017 $20,892 $1,253,280 $679,770 $573,510
2016 $20,441 $1,253,280 $679,770 $573,510
2015 $20,040 $1,253,280 $679,770 $573,510
2014 $19,476 $1,253,280 $679,770 $573,510
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Carol Hollyday

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Carol Hollyday

    William Pitt

    (203) 536-2032

    20 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Carol Hollyday
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  • Susan Nix

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Susan Nix

    William Pitt

    (203) 554-3612

    13 Total Sales

    Susan Nix
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Joan Allocca

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 858-1700

    3 in this area

    7 Total Sales

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99091851

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000046-000118-000153

Connecticut Fairfield County New Canaan 06840

79 Benedict Hill Rd, New Canaan, CT

This home is located at 79 Benedict Hill Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840 since 02 February 2015 and is currently estimated at $2,383,042, approximately $420 per square foot. This property was built in 1984. 79 Benedict Hill 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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