NOT LISTED FOR SALE

97 Whipstick Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877

Estimated Value: $1,327,000 - $1,460,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,844 Sq Ft
$363/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2022

Last sale price $1,050,000 $273 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,963/month

Highlights

  • Sauna
  • 2.23 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Branchville Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2022

Welcome to this one-of-a kind contemporary barn home. Completely renovated by the current owners, it captivates with its relaxed, stylish charm, and private south Ridgefield setting bordered by protected town land. No fossil fuels are consumed in this home, which utilizes geothermal heating and cooling, and a heat pump hot water heater. An electric car charger is installed in the garage. The living room glows with large windows and sliders, with 20’ ceilings. The loft overlooking the living room is perfect for reading and study. Graced with spectacular woodland views, the contemporary chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, Electrolux induction cooktop, dual Bosch dishwashers, Bosch oven, KitchenAid refrigerator and twin pantries. The large dining room is open to the kitchen, and includes a high-efficiency wood-burning fireplace. A luxurious primary bedroom suite features a fabulously remodeled main bath, complete with oversized shower, soaking tub, large vanity with twin sinks and sauna. Also included is a large walk-in closet with custom storage system. Three more generously sized bedrooms and a renovated bath are on the 2nd floor, and a home office is located on the 3rd floor loft. Overlooking the woods, the 55’ long deck is spacious enough for dining and entertaining. If you desire something out of the ordinary, this home is for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Ogden

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0802810 Listed on: 10/20/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Tim Dent

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0751280

Last Buyer's Agent

Jane Scarbrough

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0760701

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,094

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 2.23 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RAA

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vertical Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Built In Speakers
  • Sound System
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Thermal Windows
  • Sauna

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Partially Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

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

Schools

  • Branchville Elementary School
  • East Ridge Middle School
  • Ridgefield High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heat Pump System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Heating system powered by passive solar
  • Barn or Farm Building

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,094

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: South Ridgefield
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary, Barn
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3044
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3044
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Total Sq Ft: 3844
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Library, Park, Public Transportation
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Also: An integrated audio system serves the living room, kitchen, dining room and deck. All exterior doors and windows have been replaced by the current owners with high-efficiency models. All interior doors were replaced with solid wood doors. Custom mol
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Branchville Rd. to Nod Rd. to Whipstick Rd. Take access road all the way to the back. Blue house on the left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Sauna, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Built In Audio, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 97

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Porch, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Piling
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Shared, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump
  • Heat Fuel Type: Geothermal
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Branchville
  • Middle School: East Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Fireplace Insert, Generator Ready, Geothermal Heat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.2300
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Some Wetlands, Secluded
  • Zoning: RAA

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 16094
  • Total Assessed Value: 566090
  • Mil Rate Base: 28.430
  • Mil Rate Total: 28.430
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 281016

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Branchville
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2023
Sold by
Kantor Kyle and Kantor Meghan
Bought by
Kantor Lt and Kantor
Current Estimated Value
$1,396,157

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2022
Closed on
Oct 12, 2022
Sold by
Karen M Ogden Ret and Ogden
Bought by
Kantor Kyle and Kantor Meghan
Seller's Agent
Paul Ogden
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jane Scarbrough
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$65,000
6.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.82%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2013
Sold by
Ogden Paul and Ogden Karen
Bought by
Ogden Karen M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2011
Sold by
Carver Nancy I
Bought by
Ogden Paul and Ogden Karen
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
Kantor Lt -- None Available
Kantor Kyle $1,050,000 None Available
Ogden Karen M -- --
Ogden Paul R -- --
Ogden Paul $670,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kantor Kyle $650,000
Previous Owner Ogden Paul $400,000
Previous Owner Ogden Paul $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/20/2022 10/20/22 Sold $1,050,000 +6.6% $273 / Sq Ft
10/20/2022 10/20/22 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2022 10/20/22 For Sale $985,000 -- $256 / 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 $18,726 $683,690 $351,610 $332,080
2024 $18,015 $683,690 $351,610 $332,080
2023 $17,646 $683,690 $351,610 $332,080
2022 $16,094 $566,090 $246,120 $319,970
2021 $15,969 $566,090 $246,120 $319,970
2020 $15,918 $566,090 $246,120 $319,970
2019 $15,261 $542,720 $246,120 $296,600
2018 $15,077 $542,720 $246,120 $296,600
2017 $15,029 $552,340 $269,430 $282,910
2016 $14,742 $552,340 $269,430 $282,910
2015 $14,366 $552,340 $269,430 $282,910
2014 $14,366 $552,340 $269,430 $282,910
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170519352

SmartMLS

APN: RIDG-000017-F000079