Classic style abounds in this gracious Cranberry Colonial close to Wilton, and all the conveniences. Privately located on a perfect, level rear lot, on a premier street & surrounded by upscale estates. This home has a multitude of upgrades and improvements, with beautiful landscaping and backed by conservation land. Visiting guests will pass a lovely, professionally cared for & lighted walkway to enter via an inviting front porch and entry foyer. A post and beam construction unlike any other, boasts a massive vaulted & beamed family room with an open flow to the Luxurious formal and informal living areas that are designed to work together. This creates an easy entertaining flow and a floor plan that make sense. Custom beamed ceilings in the family room and a fabulous giant stone fireplace warms the winter nights. Gourmet Kitchen has Bosch & subzero appliances. In the summertime the doors to the private and fully fenced rear yard are open to host fantastic parties or intimate gatherings. Half-Olympic sized pool is open for the season and ready to enjoy. Large mature trees surround & protect the perfect and level backyard filled with fruit bearing trees and garden spaces. Retreat to the lower level for the Billiards room and the Finnish dry sauna. A wine storage room is also part of the package. The upstairs bedrooms are nicely sized and all the newly renovated baths have heated floors. A bonus office or fifth bedroom is on the main level. This is the one! Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
1.91 acresLot Size
$307Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ligaya Atwood• Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Bought with Kim Burke• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #170397124
Redfin Estimate
$1,683,736
$554K since sold in August 2021$25K since September
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This home's estimate is 27.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.32M) of 6 comparable homes.
This spectacular post and beam home is surrounded by tranquility and nature, yet is convenient to everything! Located in Cranbury it is 2 minutes from both the Wilton and Westport border. A stunning gunite pool, with a stone deck and a calming waterfall overlook conservation land. The home itself offers an open floor plan great for entertaining. The first floor includes an eat-in-kitchen, dining room and living room with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, as well as a laundry room, and a large master bedroom with two walk in closets and enormous master bath. The second floor features three additional bedrooms and a loft overlooking the first floor. Finished basement includes rec room and spacious cedar storage closet.
Many updates include: Dishwasher 2011 Double ovens 2013 Stove top 2013 Generator 2012 Pool filter 2010 New septic 2010 Washer 2011 Dryer 2011 Screens 2014 Shed roof 2014
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,674 (+1.6%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2022
$17,397 (+4.0%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2021
$16,721
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2020
$16,712 (+3.5%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2019
$16,140 (+2.9%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2018
$15,684 (+7.3%)
$234,880 + $369,960
$604,840
2017
$14,620 (+0.9%)
$234,880 + $349,350
$584,230
2016
$14,489 (+1.9%)
$234,880 + $349,350
$584,230
2014
$14,213
$234,880 + $349,350
$584,230
Tax history for 253 Chestnut Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,674 (+1.6%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2022
$17,397 (+4.0%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2021
$16,721
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2020
$16,712 (+3.5%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2019
$16,140 (+2.9%)
$217,960 + $489,980
$707,940
2018
$15,684 (+7.3%)
$234,880 + $369,960
$604,840
2017
$14,620 (+0.9%)
$234,880 + $349,350
$584,230
2016
$14,489 (+1.9%)
$234,880 + $349,350
$584,230
2014
$14,213
$234,880 + $349,350
$584,230
*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
1.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,319
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
243959
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: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room Main Level
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Sauna, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Lock(s), Security System
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Safety Fence, Concrete
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: White
Property Information
Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 3319
Driveway Type: Paved
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $707,940
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: 80 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Generator, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: West Rocks
High School: Norwalk
Elementary School: Cranbury
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
Directions: Route 53 to 253 Chestnut Hill Road. Pull down long Driveway on left after passing the mailboxes at the entry way. Houses on street share the portion of land near mailboxes and across from the mailboxes on either side of the driveway.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,319
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 243959
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 6
Around this home
Schools
Cranbury Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
West Rocks Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Norwalk High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
3/10
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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
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.60M – $1.94M
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