This beautiful, expertly renovated home features a main level with hardwood floors throughout and an open floor plan, and a fully finished lower level with the privacy of its own full bath, expansive family room w/fireplace, a bedroom/office, and engineered flooring for beauty and durability. The 4-season sunroom has a full view of the fenced-in back yard and large wooden deck. The adjoining kitchen offers brand new appliances, quartz counters, and amazing storage space. During the day light fills this home through its many windows, and when the sun goes down the living room can be brightened by firelight from the home’s second fireplace. HIGHLIGHTS: • Vinyl Siding: NEW • Well Pump & Filter: NEW • Septic System & Leaching Field: NEW • Heating (high efficiency propane furnace): NEW • Water Heater (50 gal, electric): NEW • Central A/C: NEW • Kitchen Appliances: NEW • Home is very well-oriented for PV solar. Commuters will love the convenience of the nearby (5 miles) Branchville train station, as well as I-84. For shopping, besides the many local shops (especially along Rt 7) the Danbury Fair Mall is only a 5.5 mile drive and Stew Leonard’s is about twice that.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
$376Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rick Hoefle• Century 21 Scala Group
Bought with Alexandria Kebalo• eXp Realty
Bought with Melissa Guerrero• eXp Realty
Source:Smart MLS #170433184
Redfin Estimate
$812,217
$273K since sold in November 2021$17K since August
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This home's estimate is 6.3% higher than the average sale price ($764K) of 6 comparable homes.
REDUCED -- WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY - Sited well on beautiful property, this handsome home comprises a large living room, dining area, kitchen with deck, sun room, 3 generous sized bedrooms and fully finished basement. Referred to as the "Vermont within 60 miles of Manhattan", Redding is known for its serene beauty & incomparable verdant rolling hills, pastoral meadows, sparkling streams & strikingly peaceful environment. This charming town remains committed to excellence in education, preservation of its historical & natural resources, & safeguarding the wonderful quality of life it offers. Recognized for its cultural & historical heritage & home to Mark Twain, Redding comprises 32 sq mi of winding country roads meandering through forests & meadows, past splashing brooks, old stone walls & an occasional waterfall, some officially designated as scenic. Over 25% of the town land is permanently preserved open space, giving Redding an extraordinary serene & rural character. With 2 state parks & hundreds of miles of walking trails, the beauty of N England can be enjoyed all seasons. Sold As Is. LBP. Available financing FHA, Conventional or Cash.
Smart MLS #170227058
Dec 16, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2019
Listed
$271,800
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 16, 2014
Sold
$310,000
$144/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,444 (+18.3%)
$123,300 + $290,000
$413,300
2022
$9,672 (+38.4%)
$132,000 + $158,100
$290,100
2021
$6,988 (−5.8%)
$132,000 + $80,800
$212,800
2020
$7,415
$132,000 + $93,800
$225,800
2019
$7,415 (+3.5%)
$132,000 + $93,800
$225,800
2018
$7,162 (+9.9%)
$132,000 + $93,800
$225,800
2017
$6,516 (+1.3%)
$118,700 + $101,300
$220,000
2016
$6,433 (+1.1%)
$118,700 + $101,300
$220,000
2014
$6,360
$118,700 + $101,300
$220,000
Tax history for 44 Olmstead Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,444 (+18.3%)
$123,300 + $290,000
$413,300
2022
$9,672 (+38.4%)
$132,000 + $158,100
$290,100
2021
$6,988 (−5.8%)
$132,000 + $80,800
$212,800
2020
$7,415
$132,000 + $93,800
$225,800
2019
$7,415 (+3.5%)
$132,000 + $93,800
$225,800
2018
$7,162 (+9.9%)
$132,000 + $93,800
$225,800
2017
$6,516 (+1.3%)
$118,700 + $101,300
$220,000
2016
$6,433 (+1.1%)
$118,700 + $101,300
$220,000
2014
$6,360
$118,700 + $101,300
$220,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,358
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
271354
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Under House Garage
Garages Number: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Location: Room at bottom of stairs
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: Possible
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Shed, Stone Wall
Lot Information
Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: blue
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1358
Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $212,800
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Propane
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
Directions: Easy access from Rt. 7 Great Pond Rd (becomes Picketts Ridge Rd); Left on Olmstead; take first left to follow left branch of Olmstead (it's a loop); #44 is the fourth on the right (it has yellow front door).
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,358
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 271354
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 7
Around this home
Schools
John Read Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
Joel Barlow High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$772,000 – $935,000
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