This most charming farmhouse Colonial just off Stanwich Road, has been renovated for today's lifestyle, offering a full country kitchen with sitting area brightly llit by oversized windows and vaulted skylights. A living room and family room both have their handsome original stone fireplaces . A formal dining room with bay windows, and a professional office are also on the first level. French doors lead out to a lovely stone terrace and outdoor dining. There are 4 bedrooms on the second level and a expansive third floor offers privacy for a nanny or in-law suite, or a second office. Once part of an estate, the stunning property encompasses lush lawns, formal gardens, and secret paths to a gazebo and possible pool site. The garage has an expansive storage area that might be dormered for additional space. Easy access to trains, shops and hiking trails. North Street and Central schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1885Year Built
1.32 acresLot Size
$916Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Barbara Stephens• Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Krissy Blake• Sotheby's International Realty
Source:Smart MLS #170317899
Redfin Estimate
$3,663,722
$1.6M since sold in March 2021$57K since August
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This most charming farmhouse Colonial off Stanwich Road has been renovated for today's lifestyle, offering a large, bright kitchen and breakfast nook with oversized windows and vaulted ceiling, professional office, original stone fireplaces in living and family rooms, and French doors opening to a lovely stone terrace. The expansive third floor offers privacy for a nanny or in-law suite, or a second office. Once part of an estate, the stunning property encompasses lush lawns, formal gardens, stone walls and paths to a gazebo and possible pool site. Garage has a large storage loft. Easy access to trains, shops and hiking trails. Central and North Street Schools.
GMLS #67537
Oct 24, 2007
Sold
$2,250,000
$563/sq ft
Sep 10, 2007
Listed
$2,300,000
$575/sq ft
+2
A MOST PICTURESQUE & ENCHANTING SETTING OFF STANWICH RD AWAITS YOU. CHARMING 5 BR FAMILY HOME ON ALMOST 1.5 ACRES OF GEORGEOUS LEVEL LAWNS W/ FORMAL GARDENS, STONE WALLS & WALKING PATHS. HANDSOME STONE FIREPLACES IN LIVING ROOM & 3 EXPOSURE FAMILY ROOM W/ EXTENSIVE BUILT-INS & FRENCH DOORS TO STONE TERRACE. WONDERFUL GOURMET KIT W/ VAULTED SKY-LIT BREAKFAST RM. FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE W/ NEW BEDROOM CARPETING & UPDATED BATHS.
GMLS #63607
Jun 1, 2007
Sold
$2,100,000
$525/sq ft
Jun 14, 2006
Listed
$2,300,000
$575/sq ft
GMLS #39506
Jun 30, 1998
Sold
$1,435,000
$359/sq ft
Mar 14, 1998
Listed
$1,495,000
$374/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,036 (+1.0%)
$553,140 + $854,770
$1,407,910
2022
$15,881 (+0.1%)
$553,140 + $854,770
$1,407,910
2021
$15,860 (+0.4%)
$502,880 + $865,550
$1,368,430
2020
$15,798 (−0.8%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2019
$15,920 (+2.7%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2018
$15,498
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2017
$15,498 (+1.5%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2016
$15,266 (+7.9%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2014
$14,150
$686,560 + $603,330
$1,289,890
Tax history for 545 Cognewaugh Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,036 (+1.0%)
$553,140 + $854,770
$1,407,910
2022
$15,881 (+0.1%)
$553,140 + $854,770
$1,407,910
2021
$15,860 (+0.4%)
$502,880 + $865,550
$1,368,430
2020
$15,798 (−0.8%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2019
$15,920 (+2.7%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2018
$15,498
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2017
$15,498 (+1.5%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2016
$15,266 (+7.9%)
$502,880 + $860,160
$1,363,040
2014
$14,150
$686,560 + $603,330
$1,289,890
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,999
Year built
1885
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
1858508
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Location: Separate Room
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Security System
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
Room Count: 15
Basement Description: None
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle, Shake, Wood
Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Gazebo, Grill, Gutters, Porch, Shed, Stone Wall, Terrace
Lot Information
Lot Description: Non Conforming Lot, Dry, Secluded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Building Information
Foundation Type: Stone
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 3999
Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,363,040
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Central
High School: Greenwich
Elementary School: North Street
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Stanwich Road to Cognewaugh. Second driveway on left. Red mailbox on right.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,999
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1885
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 1858508
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2023
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Schools
North Street School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
Central Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Greenwich High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
10/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
57% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.48M – $4.21M
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