NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,668,070 - $2,729,000

4 Beds
8 Baths
7,833 Sq Ft
$344/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 25, 2020

Last sale price $1,330,000 $170 Per Sq Ft

Est. 110% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,320/month

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Beach Access
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Burr Elementary School Rated A
  • Wine Cellar
  • Pool House

About This Home

As of June 2020

Welcome to 88 Merry Meet Circle, this gracious colonial manor epitomizes modern elegance and sophisticated living. Beautifully set on over three acres of meticulously manicured property, this estate home features 4 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms and 4 floors of living. Office or Third floor could be the 5th or 6th bedroom. Grand scale windows throughout offers an abundance of natural sunlight with many French doors leading to the outside grounds. The two story foyer is breathtaking with a magnificent designed staircase and Swarovski Crystal chandelier. The gourmet kitchen was designed with Wolf appliances, Mile espresso machine and is the perfect setting for casual or elegant entertaining. For more formal gatherings, the dining room, living room and great room showcases distinctive design & architecture. The wood walls in the ultimate home office suite exemplifies perfection. A home theater, gym and recreation area is located in the lower level with opportunity for further customization. 5 fireplaces. Located in The Ridge-Fairfield’s gated community with heated pool, playground, clubhouse, lighted tennis courts, 24 hr gated guard, private roads for biking or jogging, activities for everyone. Close to the heart of Westport, Fairfield, beaches, train, and major HWYS. 60 miles from NYC! (Unfurnished yearly rental, will consider shorter term but must be 6 months or longer)

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Karen Hagen

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0795000 Listed on: 05/02/2020

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Renter's Agent

Laurie Morris

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0481448

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $31,224

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 3.36 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Stone Wall
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned AAA

HOA Fees

  • $399 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 7,833 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Heated Lap Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

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

Schools

  • Burr Elementary School
  • Tomlinson Middle School
  • Fairfield Warde High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, tennis, security service, property management, pool service, road maintenance, insurance

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$31,224

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$399 per month

Rental Info

  • Landlord Requirements: Credit Check, References Required, Security Deposit, Lease Required, Vacate Clause
  • Landlord Responsibility: Exterior Maintenance, Maintenance/Repairs, Real Estate Taxes
  • Lease Price Description: Per Month
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Rental Duration: Yearly Unfurnished, Flexible Terms Unfurnished
  • Security Deposit Details: 2 Months Rent
  • Smoking Allowed: No
  • Tenant Responsibility: All Utilities, Cable TV, Credit Check, Exterior Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, Insurance, Liability Insurance, Snow Removal

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Greenfield Hill
  • Property Type: Residential Rental
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7833
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 7833
  • Total Sq Ft: 7833
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Guest Parking, Playground/Tot Lot, Pool, Security Services, Tennis Courts
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Rental
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 16600
  • Directions: Sturges Highway to Ridge Common. Left to Fence Row, Right on Merry Meet Circle.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 8.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 88

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Waterfront Description: Lake, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, Lap Pool, Spa, Heated, Safety Fence, Gunite

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Tennis, Security Service, Property Management, Pool Service, Road Maintenance, Insurance
  • HOA Fees: 399
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Burr
  • Middle School: Tomlinson
  • High School: Fairfield Warde

Lot Info

  • Acres: 3.3600
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, In Subdivision, Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: AAA

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 1

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 136484

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Burr
  • Middle Jr High School: Tomlinson
  • High School: Fairfield Warde

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2023
Sold by
Moraitis Helen B
Bought by
Niv Ft and Niv
Current Estimated Value
$2,798,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,468,619
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$811,357

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2020
Closed on
Mar 10, 2020
Sold by
Kim James
Bought by
Moraitis Helen B
Seller's Agent
Todd David Miller
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Karen Hagen
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,449,000
Sold Price
$1,330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$119,000
-8.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2008
Sold by
Genesis Home Dev
Bought by
Us Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2005
Sold by
Arm Prop
Bought by
Genesis Home Dev
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
Niv Ft $1,900,000 None Available
Niv Ft $1,900,000 None Available
Moraitis Helen B $1,330,000 None Available
Moraitis Helen B $1,330,000 None Available
Us Bank Na -- --
Us Bank Na -- --
Genesis Home Dev $795,000 --
Genesis Home Dev $795,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Niv Ft $17,500
Open Niv Ft $1,500,000
Closed Niv Ft $1,500,000
Previous Owner Kim James $823,350
Previous Owner Genesis Home Dev $980,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2020 06/01/20 Rented $12,000 0.0% --
05/14/2020 05/14/20 For Rent $12,000 0.0% --
05/13/2020 05/13/20 Price Changed $12,000 +14.3% $2 / Sq Ft
05/03/2020 05/03/20 Price Changed $10,500 0.0% $1 / Sq Ft
03/25/2020 03/25/20 Sold $1,330,000 -8.2% $170 / Sq Ft
03/09/2020 03/09/20 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2020 03/04/20 For Sale $1,449,000 -- $185 / 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 $31,224 $1,099,840 $255,920 $843,920
2024 $30,686 $1,099,840 $255,920 $843,920
2023 $30,257 $1,099,840 $255,920 $843,920
2022 $29,960 $1,099,840 $255,920 $843,920
2021 $29,674 $1,099,840 $255,920 $843,920
2020 $33,755 $1,260,000 $281,470 $978,530
2019 $33,755 $1,260,000 $281,470 $978,530
2018 $33,214 $1,260,000 $281,470 $978,530
2017 $37,551 $1,454,320 $333,620 $1,120,700
2016 $37,012 $1,454,320 $333,620 $1,120,700
2015 $31,235 $1,260,000 $419,230 $840,770
2014 $30,744 $1,260,000 $419,230 $840,770
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170291670

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000254-000000-000010-B000000