Welcome to the beautiful Blanket Meadow Community of custom-built homes in Monroe. If value privacy and quality construction, this is the perfect home for you! Inside this 3640sq.ft. Colonial you’ll find a dramatic 2-story foyer, gleaming HW floors, 9ft ceilings, custom built-ins, beautiful millwork, recessed lighting and a 1st floor BR w/a full bath; which could also be used for an office. The first level includes a formal LR with custom built-ins & glass French doors leading into a generously sized FR w/a fireplace surrounded by fieldstone & French doors leading to a comfy screened in 3-season porch. Just off the FR is the well-appointed custom kitchen w/beautiful granite counters, SS appliances, walk-in pantry & a breakfast bar w/seating for 3. A butler’s pantry leads you into the spacious DR providing the perfect setting for family holidays. The master bedroom is its own private oasis featuring his and her walk-in closets, a huge master bath with tile stall shower, whirlpool tub, his and her vanities and laundry area. Three additional BR's and a recently updated full bath complete the 2nd level. Not to be missed is the lower level with a media room, 2 game rooms and 2 storage areas providing a great space for a gym. Enjoy family time in the private backyard with multitiered patio, stone fire-pit and a deck for your relaxing pleasure. An added bonus is the 3-car garage w/a charging station featuring a 220V/60A NEMA 14-50 outlet to support a Level 2 electric vehicle.
Recent updates include freshly painted exterior & porch, newer Generator, air conditioners, perimeter aluminum fence, electric dog fence, new sliding patio door, dishwasher, vanity in first floor 1/2 bath, new flooring and vanity in the second floor full bath, converted the master bath closet into a second laundry area (laundry area off the kitchen, as well), new SS dishwasher and electric vehicle charging station.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
2.02 acresLot Size
$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Christine Shaw• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Katie Anderson• Redfin Corporation
Source:Smart MLS #170305749
Redfin Estimate
$1,024,415
$394K since sold in August 2020$2,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 1.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.01M) of 6 comparable homes.
DRAMATIC PRICE REDUCTION FOR THE NEXT OWNERS OF THIS WELL CARED-FOR, GRACIOUS COLONIAL!! An entertainer's grand dream home awaits its next owners at 18 Riding Ridge in the coveted Blanket Meadow neighborhood of Monroe. From the elegant wrap around front porch to the clean lines throughout, this home exudes warmth. This impressive Colonial contains 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, over 5,800 square feet including a finished lower level with a media room, gym/rec room and office. The spacious, modern chef's kitchen spills into the extensive family room with a wood burning fireplace, creating an inviting guest retreat. The majestic backyard is surrounded by mature trees and plantings providing fabulous shade while the multi tiered patio and stone fire-pit complete the outdoor space. The screened in three seasons room is a great place to relax and unwind after a long day. Features include an open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout the main and upper levels, newly installed recessed lighting, large windows and 9 ft ceilings. Impressive new/newer features are a freshly painted exterior & porch, new Generator, new air conditioners, new perimeter aluminum fence, electric dog fence and many modern lighting fixtures throughout. So walk up the red brick path and step into home ownership in a serene, quiet and park-like setting! SELLER IS OFFERING $5000 TOWARDS BUYERS CLOSING COSTS TO BE CREDITED AT CLOSING.
Smart MLS #99176191
Jul 14, 2017
Sold
$655,000
$139/sq ft
Mar 13, 2017
Listed
$665,000
$141/sq ft
Prestigious Pristine Blanket Meadow Farmhouse Col, set on gorgeous landscaped lot w/stonewalls, perennial gardens & privacy. Step inside & fall in love w/ a 2-story entry flanked by Formal LR & DR. Hardwood floors thruout. Huge White Kitchen w/granite, breakfast bar, dining area w/sliders to deck, ss appliances, wet bar to DR, pantry & mud room w/laundry to back yard. 1st Floor BR w/bath. Inviting FR w/stone fireplace, French doors leading to Screened Porch, & door leading to front covered porch. Master BR w/dual walk-in closets, and a huge lavish bath w/whirlpool, double vanities, & heated floor. 3 Additional BRS & main bath finish 2nd level. LL Media Rm, Office & Game RM. Plenty of storage. Oversized 3 car garage attached. A MUST SEE!
Public Records
Aug 31, 2012
Sold
$655,000
$139/sq ft
Smart MLS #98538726
May 9, 2012
Listed
$659,900
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 29, 1999
Sold
$567,500
$121/sq ft
Smart MLS #98050015
Jul 23, 1999
Listed
$587,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 11, 1997
Sold
$475,000
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,278 (+1.9%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2022
$15,979 (+1.4%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2021
$15,762 (+2.5%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2020
$15,381 (−5.2%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2019
$16,228 (−0.9%)
$120,900 + $335,200
$456,100
2018
$16,369 (−1.5%)
$120,900 + $343,600
$464,500
2017
$16,611 (+2.2%)
$120,900 + $343,600
$464,500
2016
$16,258 (−0.5%)
$120,900 + $343,600
$464,500
2014
$16,345
$169,680 + $357,420
$527,100
Tax history for 18 Riding Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,278 (+1.9%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2022
$15,979 (+1.4%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2021
$15,762 (+2.5%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2020
$15,381 (−5.2%)
$122,000 + $311,500
$433,500
2019
$16,228 (−0.9%)
$120,900 + $335,200
$456,100
2018
$16,369 (−1.5%)
$120,900 + $343,600
$464,500
2017
$16,611 (+2.2%)
$120,900 + $343,600
$464,500
2016
$16,258 (−0.5%)
$120,900 + $343,600
$464,500
2014
$16,345
$169,680 + $357,420
$527,100
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.02 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,640
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
175601
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
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Location: Main & Master Bathroom
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Humidifier, Open Floor Plan, Security System
In-Law Apartment: Possible
Lock(s), Thermostat(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher