Rare Cape Cod style home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and detached 3 car garage. Location...location...location!! Rustic elegance throughout this stunning open floor plan. Breathtaking stone fireplace wall is the focus point in this beautiful spacious step-down living room complete with vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows and lush wall to wall carpeting. Impressive updated eat in kitchen with breakfast nook featuring built in bench seating, center island, tile flooring, tumbled marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white cabinets. Formal yet casual dining room. Gorgeous main level bedroom with stone fireplace, gleaming inlaid hardwood flooring, classic and contemporary. Additional bedroom on main level and completely updated full bath. Upper level hosts dramatic master bedroom with sparkling chandelier, vaulted ceilings, dual closet with a full master bath with ceramic decorative tile and pedestal sink. Additional upper bedroom hosts alluring soft patterned walls, vaulted ceilings, dormer style floor plan is attractive. Generous office with hardwood floors. Lower level boasts a large playroom with built in brick bar, exceptional track lighting, tile and carpet floors, built in shelves for entertainment center. Newer Buderus Heating system. The ultimate in outdoor entertaining, full corner fireplace and built ins, large dining area, covered front porch, fire-pit and large wood shed. Sprawling lawn, extensive parking, wood shed & more. Great NYC commute! Must see.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2.58 acresLot Size
$248Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lorraine Amaral• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Susan Salamone• Houlihan Lawrence
Source:Smart MLS #170312515
Redfin Estimate
$726,922
$277K since sold in September 2020$6,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 4.2% higher than the average sale price ($697K) of 6 comparable homes.
Expanded cape with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, finished lower level with wet bar, two mud room entries, spacious patio leads to kitchen with center island, dining area, dining room & opens to fabulous family room with fireplace & half bath. Three bedrooms on the main level, master with fireplace on the main & full hall bath. Upper level en-suite bedroom with full bath & office. Level yard with garden area, lots of space to play & entertain. Unique setting features detached three-car steel beam garage with hoist for engines, transmissions, etc., & separate workshop area with electric ~ perfect for mechanic, landscaper, auto enthusiast on 2.58 private acres. Close to town, schools, shopping, great commute to NY, MetroNorth trains & low taxes, too! Additional Information: HeatingFuel:Oil Above Ground,ParkingFeatures:3 Car Detached,
Smart MLS #99152251
Sep 8, 2016
Sold
$379,000
$129/sq ft
Aug 27, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jul 2, 2016
Listed
$379,000
$129/sq ft
Expanded cape with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, finished lower level with wet bar, two mud room entries, spacious patio leads to kitchen with center island, dining area, dining room & opens to fabulous family room with fireplace & half bath. Three bedrooms on the main level, master with fireplace on the main & full hall bath. Upper level en-suite bedroom with full bath & office. Level yard with garden area, lots of space to play & entertain. Unique setting features detached three-car steel beam garage with hoist for engines, transmissions, etc., & separate workshop area with electric ~ perfect for mechanic, landscaper, auto enthusiast on 2.58 private acres. Close to town, schools, shopping, great commute to NY, MetroNorth trains & low taxes, too!
Public Records
Feb 21, 1996
Sold
$208,000
$71/sq ft
Smart MLS #95025187
Aug 23, 1995
Listed
$219,900
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$8,351 (+4.3%)
$116,300 + $140,900
$257,200
2021
$8,008 (+3.4%)
$116,300 + $138,000
$254,300
2020
$7,743 (+0.4%)
$116,300 + $136,900
$253,200
2019
$7,713 (+1.0%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2018
$7,633 (+2.6%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2017
$7,443 (+4.0%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2016
$7,159 (+5.7%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2014
$6,773
$121,400 + $138,300
$259,700
Tax history for 45 Shortwoods Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$8,351 (+4.3%)
$116,300 + $140,900
$257,200
2021
$8,008 (+3.4%)
$116,300 + $138,000
$254,300
2020
$7,743 (+0.4%)
$116,300 + $136,900
$253,200
2019
$7,713 (+1.0%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2018
$7,633 (+2.6%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2017
$7,443 (+4.0%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2016
$7,159 (+5.7%)
$116,300 + $133,300
$249,600
2014
$6,773
$121,400 + $138,300
$259,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.58 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,509
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
225115
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: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Location: Room with storage
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Breezeway, Laundry Room
Room Count: 9
Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Liveable Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shake, Cedar
Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Porch-Enclosed, Stone Wall
Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: RED
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2509
Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt, Gravel
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $253,200
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Fireplace Insert, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: New Fairfield
Intermediate School: Meeting House
High School: New Fairfield
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
Directions: GPS friendly to Shortwoods Rd. Home on left hand side. Please see Sothebys sign.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,509
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 225115
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 5
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Schools
New Fairfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
New Fairfield Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$691,000 – $836,000
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