NOT LISTED FOR SALE

79 Harrison Ave New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $3,286,151 - $3,590,000

6 Beds
6.5 Baths
5,836 Sq Ft
$578/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 19, 2019

Last sale price $2,142,000 $367 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,284/month

102 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2019

A Haven On Harrison... Luxury and lifestyle are perfectly blended in this exceptional custom six bedroom Colonial on one of the most convenient streets in town! Recently painted inside and out, this home offers a hi-tech kitchen with new quartz counter tops opening to an inviting family room with gas and stone fireplace. The mahogany deck overlooks the magnificent deep tree-lined yard with heated 18x36 Gunite pool/spa and terrace for outdoor entertaining enjoyment. The lower level media room is complete with a movie screen and full bar opening to the expansive terrace and pool. Make this HAVEN your HOME!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marsha Charles

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0114610 Listed on: 04/01/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Holly Slattery

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0787637

Last Buyer's Agent

Hannelore Kaplan

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0771569

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,470

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned 645

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Terrace

Schools

  • South Elementary School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,470

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4436
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4436
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1400
  • Total Sq Ft: 5836
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8412
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/15/2019
  • Directions: Main Street or South Avenue to Harrison Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 14
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 79

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Spa, Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: New Canaan

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4300
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed
  • Zoning: 645

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 26470
  • Total Assessed Value: 1503320
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.000
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.608
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 185982

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2019
Closed on
Jul 18, 2019
Sold by
Phelps Eileen
Bought by
Dunn Lisa
Seller's Agent
Marsha Charles
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hannelore Kaplan
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,142,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$153,000
-6.67%
Total Days on Market
102
Current Estimated Value
$3,374,038

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,232,038
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.69%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2004
Sold by
Harrison Ave Assoc Llc
Bought by
Phelps Eileen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2004
Sold by
Jones Ruth L
Bought by
Harrison Avenue Assoc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
5.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1998
Sold by
Timmons William R and Timmons Annemarie
Bought by
Jones Ruth L
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
Dunn Lisa $2,142,000 --
Phelps Eileen M $2,275,000 --
Harrison Avenue Assoc $750,000 --
Jones Ruth L $397,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Timmons William $1,300,000
Previous Owner Timmons William $1,000,000
Previous Owner Timmons William $2,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/19/2019 07/19/19 Sold $2,142,000 0.0% $367 / Sq Ft
07/11/2019 07/11/19 Off Market $2,142,000 -- --
04/01/2019 04/01/19 For Sale $2,295,000 -- $393 / 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 $28,774 $1,782,760 $698,250 $1,084,510
2023 $26,698 $1,409,590 $618,170 $791,420
2022 $25,894 $1,409,590 $618,170 $791,420
2021 $25,598 $1,409,590 $618,170 $791,420
2020 $25,598 $1,409,590 $618,170 $791,420
2019 $25,711 $1,409,590 $618,170 $791,420
2018 $26,470 $1,503,320 $572,390 $930,930
2017 $25,991 $1,503,320 $572,390 $930,930
2016 $25,400 $1,503,320 $572,390 $930,930
2015 $25,762 $1,503,320 $572,390 $930,930
2014 $24,205 $1,503,320 $572,390 $930,930
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170177215

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000000-N000060-000612