NOT LISTED FOR SALE

955 West Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated Value: $2,048,060 - $2,314,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,648 Sq Ft
$602/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2023

Last sale price $1,851,125 $507 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,790/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • River Front
  • Deck
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2.8 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of July 2023

This charming ranch style cottage in a storybook setting, has rolling green lawns and mature trees overlooking the pool and river. Truly serene and park like. The wide open interior floor plan has expansive formal rooms that take advantage of the awe inspiring views. The kitchen/family room is the heart of this home. Grab a book from the built in bookshelves, and cozy up next to the fireplace. An adjoining sunroom was built as an artists studio by the current owner. There is a large first floor Master suite with a sitting room, walk in closet and spa like bath. Two additional rooms and a bath on the first floor provide flexibility as bedrooms or work from home space. Upstairs 2 more bedrooms share a bath. And downstairs is the rec room every kid hopes for, plus another bedroom, a full bath and storage galore. Conveniently located between downtown New Canaan and downtown Pound Ridge, you'll enjoy the charming boutique shops and gourmet restaurants in both. With a little vision this is the home of your dreams, just waiting for you to put your stamp on it. Imagine the possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Kraus

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0765962 Listed on: 05/26/2023

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Cathy Thomas

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0768642

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,631

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 2.8 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 4AC

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Cottage
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Solarium
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Sculpture in back yard, weathervane on roof
  • Assessor Parcel Number 184679

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,631

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3168
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 480
  • Total Sq Ft: 3648
  • Year Built: 1953
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Exclusions: Sculpture in back yard, weathervane on roof
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 6573
  • Directions: Weed St. to West Rd.
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3168
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Solarium
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower level
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 955

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Patio, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: River
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Radiant, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.8
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands Lightly Wooded Sloping Lot Treed Fence - Full
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 4AC
  • Parcel #: 184679

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 16631
  • Total Assessed Value: 878080
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.94

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2023
Closed on
Jul 21, 2023
Sold by
Stern Andrew and Taylor Lisa S
Bought by
Brown Ann E and Brown George H
Seller's Agent
Kelly Kraus
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,851,125
Premium/Discount to List
$156,125
9.21%
Total Days on Market
8
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$2,195,515

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$344,390
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.61%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2023
Closed on
Jun 9, 2023
Sold by
Stern Ft 2002 2 4 2002 and Russo
Bought by
Stern Andrew and Winkel Patricia
Seller's Agent
Kelly Kraus
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,851,125
Premium/Discount to List
$156,125
9.21%
Views
49

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2023
Closed on
Jun 7, 2023
Sold by
Lisbeth S Stern 2002 Qual S and Lisbeth Russo
Bought by
Stern Ft 2002 2 4 2002 and Russo
Seller's Agent
Kelly Kraus
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,851,125
Premium/Discount to List
$156,125
9.21%
Views
49
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
Brown Ann E $1,851,125 None Available
Stern Andrew -- None Available
Stern Ft 2002 2 4 2002 -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Stern Lisbeth $300,000
Previous Owner Stern Lisbeth $6,000
Previous Owner Stern Lisbeth $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2023 07/31/23 Sold $1,851,125 +9.2% $507 / Sq Ft
06/09/2023 06/09/23 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2023 05/31/23 For Sale $1,695,000 -- $465 / 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 $18,156 $1,124,900 $760,760 $364,140
2023 $16,631 $878,080 $767,900 $110,180
2022 $16,130 $878,080 $767,900 $110,180
2021 $15,946 $878,080 $767,900 $110,180
2020 $15,946 $878,080 $767,900 $110,180
2019 $16,016 $878,080 $767,900 $110,180
2018 $18,191 $1,072,610 $829,430 $243,180
2017 $17,880 $1,072,610 $829,430 $243,180
2016 $17,494 $1,072,610 $829,430 $243,180
2015 $17,151 $1,072,610 $829,430 $243,180
2014 $16,668 $1,072,610 $829,430 $243,180
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170570224

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000028-000031-000017