NOT LISTED FOR SALE

81 Benedict Hill Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $3,665,408 - $4,098,000

5 Beds
8 Baths
7,807 Sq Ft
$491/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2022

Last sale price $3,050,000 $391 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,203/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 4 Acre Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Finished Attic

About This Home

As of November 2022

Stunning Views! Recently built 8,000SF Georgian Colonial. 5 bedroom, 6 bath custom built home on a 4 acre private property in CT's highest ranked elementary school. High-end construction with rich trim sets the foundation for this classically styled home with designer transitional style finishes. Many 2022 remodels throughout including kitchen and butler's pantry. Primary suite with separate baths and dressing rooms, sitting room and separate study with walls of windows. Separate in-law suite; bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and family room in the East wing. Finished third floor offers flexible space for a bonus room, bedroom/gym with spa bath and outdoor balcony overlooking the amazing property. Wrap-around covered porch with endless Western views and sunsets. Entrance includes masonry columns, CT fieldstone walls and Belgian block aprons. Professionally landscaped with specimen trees, flowering plants, landscape lighting and a large flat lawn with a sun filled pool site.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jaime Sneddon

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #REB.0758989 Listed on: 10/14/2022

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Kendall Sneddon

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0782932

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheila Clemente

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0765718

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $31,547

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 4 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned 4AC

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Georgian Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Masonry Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 7,807 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Smart Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Contact LB

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$31,547

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Georgian Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7807
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 6618
  • Total Sq Ft: 7807
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Park, Private School(s), Public Pool, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: Second Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Exclusions: Contact LB
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: Yes
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 13995
  • Directions: Valley Road to Benedict Hill
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 8.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd Floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Appliances, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 81

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Porch-Wrap Around, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Brick, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.0000
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Rolling, Treed, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 4AC

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 31547
  • Total Assessed Value: 1717310
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.370
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.370
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 188246

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
Oct 14, 2022
Closed on
Nov 10, 2022
Sold by
Engel Pieter and Engel Kelly
Bought by
Church Brian and Church Dallas W
Seller's Agent
Jaime Sneddon
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Sheila Clemente
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,795,000
Sold Price
$3,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
9.12%
Views
90
Current Estimated Value
$3,829,352

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$779,352
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.72%
Original Mortgage
$2,135,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,047,381
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,030,129

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2002
Sold by
Prescott Peter S and Prescott Anne C K
Bought by
Engel Peter J and Engel Kelly J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Church Brian -- None Available
Church Brian -- None Available
Engel Peter J $800,000 --
Engel Peter J $800,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Church Brian $2,135,000
Closed Church Brian $2,135,000
Previous Owner Engel Peter J $300,000
Previous Owner Engel Peter J $2,180,000
Previous Owner Engel Peter J $2,345,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/18/2022 11/18/22 Sold $3,050,000 +9.1% $391 / Sq Ft
11/04/2022 11/04/22 Pending -- -- --
10/14/2022 10/14/22 For Sale $2,795,000 -- $358 / 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
2025 $35,771 $2,143,260 $567,000 $1,576,260
2024 $34,592 $2,143,260 $567,000 $1,576,260
2023 $33,803 $1,784,720 $571,620 $1,213,100
2022 $31,547 $1,717,310 $571,620 $1,145,690
2021 $30,748 $1,693,160 $571,620 $1,121,540
2020 $30,748 $1,693,160 $571,620 $1,121,540
2019 $30,883 $1,693,160 $571,620 $1,121,540
2018 $34,035 $2,006,760 $604,800 $1,401,960
2017 $33,453 $2,006,760 $604,800 $1,401,960
2016 $32,730 $2,006,760 $604,800 $1,401,960
2015 $32,088 $2,006,760 $604,800 $1,401,960
2014 $31,185 $2,006,760 $604,800 $1,401,960
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170530103

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000046-000118-000005