$1,800,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2023

87 Juniper Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,056 Sq Ft
2.49 Acres

Recently Sold

$444 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cabana
  • 2.49 Acre Lot
  • Attic
  • East Elementary School Rated A+
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2023

This Classic center hall colonial on 2.5 acres was renovated in 2017 and includes a stunning pool and spa! Checks every box! Living is easy in this popular neighborhood near historic Silvermine with charming Inn and Art Guild. Formal and casual rooms all work together in an open layout to provide options for every lifestyle. The 23ft great room, vaulted bonus room w/skylights over garage and lovely solarium w/fplc are added perks to this already spacious home. The crisp white Chef's kitchen features Wolf, Sub Zero and Bosch stainless appliances and double farm sink. The breakfast bar, large Quartz island w/veg sink and separate eating area make entertaining a breeze. Luxuriate in a primary suite that includes a spa like bath and walk in closets. Three additional en-suite bedrooms and laundry make up the second floor plus an additional 2000 SF in the lower level is ready to finish for even more living area. Enjoy the beauty of a deep, flat yard with tiered stone terrace and lovely pool for fun recreational pursuits. The heated pool & spa features colored lighting for those fun filled parties! Wide roads are perfect for strolling or biking and the Fowler Sanctuary hiking path is nearby. All new systems including HVAC and Propane heat, new well pump and water filtration. Town and New Canaan's excellent schools are only minutes away.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dawn Sterner

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0767946 Listed on: 05/01/2023

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Saxe

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0768323

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,106

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 2.49 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 2AC

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,056 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Terrace

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,106

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Silvermine
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4056
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4004
  • Total Sq Ft: 4056
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 7221
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 06/26/2023
  • Directions: Carter to Hickory to Juniper
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 87

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Cabana, French Doors, Porch-Enclosed, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Spa, Heated, Safety Fence, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.4900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Full
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 2AC

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 20106
  • Total Assessed Value: 1061550
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.940
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.940
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 189273

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
May 10, 2017
Closed on
Aug 17, 2017
Sold by
Rita Barada Ret and Pond Mary
Bought by
Tappe Patrick and Tappe Cindy
Seller's Agent
Kelly Kraus
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Dawn Sterner
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$998,000
Sold Price
$902,300
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,700
-9.59%
Current Estimated Value
$2,057,780

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,155,480
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.91%
Original Mortgage
$721,840
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2016
Sold by
Barada Rita W
Bought by
Barada Rita W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2013
Sold by
Barada Rita W and Davies Peter
Bought by
Greer Donald and Greer Jana
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $902,300 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed $1,300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,150,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $721,840 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2023 07/28/23 Sold $1,800,000 -9.8% $444 / Sq Ft
06/07/2023 06/07/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 Price Changed $1,995,000 -4.8% $492 / Sq Ft
05/01/2023 05/01/23 For Sale $2,095,000 +132.2% $517 / Sq Ft
08/15/2017 08/15/17 Sold $902,300 -9.6% $228 / Sq Ft
07/27/2017 07/27/17 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2017 05/10/17 For Sale $998,000 -- $253 / 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 $21,513 $1,288,980 $678,300 $610,680
2024 $20,804 $1,288,980 $678,300 $610,680
2023 $20,106 $1,061,550 $612,010 $449,540
2022 $19,501 $1,061,550 $612,010 $449,540
2021 $19,278 $1,061,550 $612,010 $449,540
2020 $19,278 $1,061,550 $612,010 $449,540
2019 $19,363 $1,061,550 $612,010 $449,540
2018 $17,339 $1,022,350 $602,210 $420,140
2017 $17,043 $1,022,350 $602,210 $420,140
2016 $16,675 $1,022,350 $602,210 $420,140
2015 $16,930 $1,022,350 $602,210 $420,140
2014 $15,887 $1,022,350 $602,210 $420,140
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170551823

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000043-000217-000037