NOT LISTED FOR SALE

955 South Ave New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $728,000 - $1,568,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,950 Sq Ft
$377/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 04, 2020

Last sale price $1,000,000 $339 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,446/month

118 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.22 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of November 2020

If you are looking for a turn-key home, look no further. Move right into this bright, sunny and chic designer decorated home beautifully finished with attention to every detail. This house boast a dine-in kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and Carrara marble countertops. Immaculate and fresh, the first floor living spaces flow out to an expansive deck overlooking a beautifully landscaped private backyard with terrace, New England stone walls and gazebo. The second floor includes a sunny and spacious en-suite master bedroom and three additional generous bedrooms and a bath. Delight in the walk-out lower level perfectly suited for play or exercise with the bonus of an oversized mudroom. A turn-key opportunity not to be missed.

Last Listed By

Taylor Tait

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0803070 Listed on: 07/07/2020

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,393

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 2.22 Acre Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned 2A

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • Parking Deck
  • Shared Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Bath Scalding Control Feature

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier, Outdoor Playset, Windon Treatments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,393

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2150
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2150
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 2950
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier, Outdoor Playset, Windon Treatments
  • Handicap Features: Scald Control Faucets
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3775
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/13/2020
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 955

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gazebo, Gutters, Patio, Shed, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: Shared, Paved

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.2200
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Lightly Wooded, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 2A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 12393
  • Total Assessed Value: 682430
  • Mil Rate Base: 18.160
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 185695

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: South
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2020
Closed on
Oct 28, 2020
Sold by
Jennifer Ray Ret
Bought by
Pelle Jon
Seller's Agent
Taylor Tait
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Molly Fewster
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-8.68%
Total Days on Market
118
Current Estimated Value
$1,112,646

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$112,646
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.39%
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Outstanding Balance
$460,735
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$865,489

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2017
Sold by
Ray Ryan and Ray Jennifer
Bought by
Ray Jennifer and Ray Ryan

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2014
Closed on
Feb 3, 2015
Sold by
Wells Mason B and Wells Kathryn
Bought by
Ray Ryan and Ray Jennifer
Seller's Agent
April Kaynor
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Hazel Durham
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,069,000
Sold Price
$1,040,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-2.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 1997
Sold by
Alverson Harry L and Alverson Katherine G
Bought by
Wells Kathryn and Wells Mason B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1994
Sold by
Vallar Audrey
Bought by
Alverson Harry

Range of Values:

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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
Pelle Jon $500,000 None Available
Pelle Jon $500,000 None Available
Pelle Jon $500,000 None Available
Ray Jennifer -- --
Ray Jennifer -- --
Ray Ryan $1,040,000 --
Wells Kathryn $570,000 --
Alverson Harry $460,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Pelle Jon $510,000
Closed Pelle Jon $0
Previous Owner Alverson Harry $520,000
Previous Owner Alverson Harry $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/04/2020 11/04/20 Sold $1,000,000 -4.7% $339 / Sq Ft
11/02/2020 11/02/20 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2020 07/23/20 Price Changed $1,049,000 -4.2% $356 / Sq Ft
07/07/2020 07/07/20 For Sale $1,095,000 +5.3% $371 / Sq Ft
01/30/2015 01/30/15 Sold $1,040,000 -2.7% $353 / Sq Ft
12/31/2014 12/31/14 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2014 11/18/14 For Sale $1,069,000 -- $362 / 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 $14,614 $905,450 $595,840 $309,610
2023 $13,124 $692,930 $544,320 $148,610
2022 $12,729 $692,930 $544,320 $148,610
2021 $12,584 $692,930 $544,320 $148,610
2020 $12,393 $682,430 $544,320 $138,110
2019 $12,448 $682,430 $544,320 $138,110
2018 $13,444 $792,680 $560,000 $232,680
2017 $13,214 $792,680 $560,000 $232,680
2016 $12,929 $792,680 $560,000 $232,680
2015 $12,675 $792,680 $560,000 $232,680
2014 $12,349 $794,640 $560,000 $234,640
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170312959

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000030-000052-000008