Enjoying a commanding location at the top of a prestigious cul de sac, this magnificent home impresses you from the moment you arrive. A stunning foyer with a curved staircase and double height ceiling is the first of many special moments. The no-compromise floor plan offers it all with a main floor that checks every box: a gracious living room and dining room, an ample family room with stone fireplace, a sunroom currently employed as a billiard room with wetbar, a spacious guest suite and large office too. With easy flow throughout and out to the stunning back deck and professionally landscaped property – this is a home for memorable gatherings of family and friends. And the views! Out over treetops and open sky for dramatic sunrises and sunsets and views for miles. The heart of the home is the meticulously planned and recently updated kitchen, featuring top-of-the-line appliances and a generous island. The master suite is a haven of luxury, boasting ample proportions, a cathedral-ceilinged sitting room with gas fireplace, a spa-like ensuite bath, plus 2 walk-in closets. All bedrooms are spacious, sunlit, with ample closet space. The well-appointed lower level offers a home theater, gym and playroom plus tons of storage. Substantial recent upgrades include the kitchen updates, new AC, a new whole-house generator, smart-home technology and so much more. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, rte 25 and Merritt Parkway. House on city water!
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
3.01 acresLot Size
$245Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Cyd Hamer• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Kelly Higgins• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:Smart MLS #170621880
Redfin Estimate
$1,598,677
$149K since sold in April 2024$13K since August
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This home's estimate is 34.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.19M) of 6 comparable homes.
This excellent Colonial situated on a lovely cul-de-sac offers beautiful, professionally landscaped property,exceptional spaces for entertaining and great interior flow. It is in superb condition. The upgrades to this home are numerous including beautiful moldings, built-in cabinetry; custom closets; a home theater in the lower level; as well as custom draperies and carpets. The lower level offers an exercise room; home theater, game room and a half bath. A fabulous house that is designed with comfort in mind. The home offers city water; and is convenient to shopping, restaurants, RT 25, train and the Merritt Parkway.
City Water; Fishing in the pond; Abuts Paine Open Space; Cul~de~Sac
Public Records
Jun 30, 2000
Sold
$1,150,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 5, 1999
Sold
$250,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$22,948 (+1.8%)
$210,070 + $582,330
$792,400
2022
$22,536 (−9.0%)
$210,070 + $582,330
$792,400
2021
$24,768 (+4.4%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2020
$23,734 (−1.1%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2019
$23,987 (−0.2%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2018
$24,025 (−6.0%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2017
$25,556
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2016
$25,574 (+3.0%)
$315,100 + $514,960
$830,060
2014
$24,819
$315,100 + $514,960
$830,060
Tax history for 40 Abbey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$22,948 (+1.8%)
$210,070 + $582,330
$792,400
2022
$22,536 (−9.0%)
$210,070 + $582,330
$792,400
2021
$24,768 (+4.4%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2020
$23,734 (−1.1%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2019
$23,987 (−0.2%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2018
$24,025 (−6.0%)
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2017
$25,556
$262,590 + $503,030
$765,620
2016
$25,574 (+3.0%)
$315,100 + $514,960
$830,060
2014
$24,819
$315,100 + $514,960
$830,060
*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
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.01 Acres
Year renovated
2014
Sq. Ft.
5,453
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
1946809
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 3
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 15
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System