The quintessential country home on prestigious Umpawaug Rd with VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS! Set on 2 acres of park like property, this very special 4 bedroom Colonial has been stylishly renovated and has that WOW factor you are looking for! Light filled front to back living room/family room with FPLC overlooks the backyard offering amazing views. So many improvements: Remodeled master bath, hall bath and powder room, refinished hardwood floors, installed custom moldings and doors, replaced kitchen floor, painted interior and exterior, created a fire pit area with patio, stained the rear deck, installed central air, replaced garage doors, installed an indirect water heater plus much more! See addendum for complete list. Perfect location just minutes to the Metro North Train Station for NYC commute, easy access to Route 7 and I84, a few minutes drive to shopping and restaurants in downtown Ridgefield, Bethel and Georgetown and a stones throw to New Pond Farm and the Historic Umpawaug School House. Close to Award winning Redding Schools. Redding, a friendly rural town, is considered the Vermont of CT due to its amazing preservation of outdoor space but it is also just a quick drive to music venues, museums, farm to table restaurants, Mom and Pop shops and the Danbury Mall, coffee shops, breweries and is home to the iconic Redding Roadhouse offering music and a friendly atmosphere to relax after work with friends.
.The quintessential country home on prestigious Umpawaug Rd with VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS! Set on 2 acres of park like property, this very special 4 bedroom Colonial has been stylishly renovated and has that WOW factor you are looking for! Light filled front to back living room/family room with FPLC overlooks the backyard offering amazing views. So many improvements: Remodeled master bath, hall bath and powder room, refinished hardwood floors, installed custom moldings and doors, replaced kitchen floor, painted interior and exterior, created a fire pit area with patio, stained the rear deck, installed central air, replaced garage doors, installed an indirect water heater plus much more! See addendum for complete list. Perfect location just minutes to the Metro North Train Station for NYC commute, easy access to Route 7 and I84, a few minutes drive to shopping and restaurants in downtown Ridgefield, Bethel and Georgetown and a stones throw to New Pond Farm and the Historic Umpawaug School House. Award winning Redding School District. Redding, a friendly rural town, is considered the Vermont of CT due to its amazing preservation of outdoor space but it is also just a quick drive to music venues, museums, farm to table restaurants, Mom and Pop shops and the Danbury Mall, coffee shops, breweries and is home to the iconic Redding Roadhouse offering music and a friendly atmosphere to relax after work with friends.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2.08 acresLot Size
$440Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Pompeo• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Kristi Vaughan• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #170131511
Redfin Estimate
$992,919
$378K since sold in January 2019$16K since July
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This home's estimate is 15.1% higher than the average sale price ($862K) of 6 comparable homes.
Perfect location seconds from New Pond Farm and the Historic Umpawaug School House. Charming custom built colonial offers wonderful opportunity to live on prestigious Umpawaug Rd. Light filled with wonderful views this solidly built home has unique features such as random width hdwd flrs, built in DR cabinetry, oversized windows to capture 10 mile views, private deck off MSTBR, high ceilings, moldings, large bedrooms and a 1st fl office w sliders to the deck overlooking truly park like property. The unfinished w/o bsmt is light and bright, perfect for finishing for additional space. Ideally located minutes to shops and restaurants in Georgetown + Ridgefield, schools, Metro North station, Route 7. Adjacent 2 acre lot also for sale.
Perfect location seconds from New Pond Farm and the Historic Umpawaug School House. Charming custom built colonial offers wonderful opportunity to live on prestigious Umpawaug Rd. Light filled w every room offering amazing views, this solidly built home has unique features such as random width hdwd flrs, built in DR cabinetry, oversized windows to capture views, private deck off MBDR, high ceilings, moldings, large berms and a 1st fl office w sliders to the deck overlooking truly park like property. The unfinished w/o bsmt is light and bright, perfect for finishing for additional space. Ideally located just minutes to Georgetown + Ridgefield, schools, Metro North station, Route 7. Adjacent 2 acre lot also for sale. New oil burner in 2003, 2 new 200 gallons oil tanks in 2004, newer kitchen appliances, freshly painted interior 2014.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,189 (+7.1%)
$169,000 + $271,200
$440,200
2022
$11,386 (+1.5%)
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2021
$11,215
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2020
$11,215
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2019
$11,215 (+3.5%)
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2018
$10,832 (−14.4%)
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2017
$12,648 (+1.5%)
$259,700 + $167,300
$427,000
2016
$12,456 (+1.1%)
$259,700 + $166,300
$426,000
2014
$12,316
$259,700 + $166,300
$426,000
Tax history for 284 Umpawaug Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,189 (+7.1%)
$169,000 + $271,200
$440,200
2022
$11,386 (+1.5%)
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2021
$11,215
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2020
$11,215
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2019
$11,215 (+3.5%)
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2018
$10,832 (−14.4%)
$167,200 + $174,300
$341,500
2017
$12,648 (+1.5%)
$259,700 + $167,300
$427,000
2016
$12,456 (+1.1%)
$259,700 + $166,300
$426,000
2014
$12,316
$259,700 + $166,300
$426,000
*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
2.08 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,258
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
270522
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: 8
Laundry Room Location: 1st Floor
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Cook Top, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Room Count: 7
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Walk-out
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: Deck
Lot Information
Lot Description: Cleared, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Rolling
Building Information
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame
Color: White
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2258
Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Crushed Stone
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $341,500
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Baseboard
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: John Read
High School: Joel Barlow
Elementary School: Redding
Location Information
Subdivision: None
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Private Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
Directions: 107 to Umpawaug or take Marchant to right on Umpawaug. Close to New Pond Farm and Historic School House
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,258
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 270522
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 4
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Schools
John Read Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Joel Barlow High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
7/10
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Estimated sale price
$944,000 – $1.14M
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