Built between 1912 and 1915, this landmark estate on 3.32 acres offers timeless elegance with recent improvements, modern day amenities and cutting edge technology. At the center of the home, the spacious and inviting kitchen features Taj Mahal marble, a generous island, bright breakfast room, and built-in planning center. The open circular flow is enhanced by French doors off the kitchen, living room, dining room, and solarium. A large primary bedroom suite invites you to relax on the balcony overlooking the picturesque sweeping lawn, stone walls, and ornamental trees. Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a New Canaan Classic designed by noted architect Electus Darwin Litchfield and built as his own private residence. Convenient to train and town with parks, shopping, and restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
3.32 acresLot Size
$855Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marsha Charles• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Janis Hennessy• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #170473914
Redfin Estimate
$3,823,090
$623K since sold in June 2022$3,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 33.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.86M) of 6 comparable homes.
Landmark country estate home situated in one of New Canaans most coveted locations providing stunning views of the gorgeous rolling 3.3 acres. Built in 1905 this home retains the charm and uniqueness of its era & is crisp & currently presented to work with today's lifestyle. Classic detail is evident as you enter the elegant foyer. A generous parlor & dining room each with fireplace & french doors open to a porch & solarium. An intimate library w/fpl leads to an updated kitchen and a family room filled with book cases for quiet reading. The spacious MBR w/private balcony offers walk-in closet & bath w/3 additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor and a 5th first floor BR - perfect for guests This enchanting home offers everything you could desire in a setting as rare as it is special. Fresh water spring/pond at South of property. FPL in BR 3 is currently decommissioned. Property is deer fenced.
Public Records
Apr 1, 1993
Sold
$1,350,000
$302/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 1987
Sold
$975,000
$218/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$25,424 (+3.1%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2022
$24,658 (+1.2%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2021
$24,377
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2020
$24,377 (−0.4%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2019
$24,484 (+7.7%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2018
$22,733 (+1.7%)
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
2017
$22,344 (+2.2%)
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
2016
$21,861 (+5.0%)
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
2014
$20,829
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
Tax history for 238 Marshall Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$25,424 (+3.1%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2022
$24,658 (+1.2%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2021
$24,377
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2020
$24,377 (−0.4%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2019
$24,484 (+7.7%)
$777,350 + $564,970
$1,342,320
2018
$22,733 (+1.7%)
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
2017
$22,344 (+2.2%)
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
2016
$21,861 (+5.0%)
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
2014
$20,829
$719,810 + $620,550
$1,340,360
*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
3.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,470
Year built
1905
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
183185
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: 12
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: First Floor
Fireplaces Total: 5
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer