Come see this near lake retreat in Ridgefield! This home is move-in ready, with many updates such as a new Roth double wall oil tank, exterior front landscaping, new large side gate for easy lawnmower access, and a re-graded driveway with a newly installed trench drain. On the main level you will find hardwood floors throughout which includes a primary suite with full bath, 2 additional bedrooms and another full bath The kitchen boasts newer stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Save on energy bills with double pane windows, nest thermostat, a wood burning insert and a ductless system in living room as a A/C and added heat source to save on oil. In the lower level there is a finished basement with family room and a second room that can be used for an office, gym or playroom that is almost 500 sq ft. There is an additional 550 sq ft in lower level that has a newer washer and dryer and room for tons of storage. Off the kitchen and dining room there is a nice large deck that overlooks a fully fenced in flat backyard for privacy. One car garage and extra parking area to the left of the property. Just few minutes walk to Rainbow Lake. Deeded rights to Rainbow Lake Association for swimming, boating and fishing. This home is nestled on roughly 1.5 acres with a small, tranquil stream that provides nature views at its’ best! Come call Ridgefield your home and see all that this wonderful town as to offer. Offer deadline 3pm Tues 2/8.
Home is in a 100 year flood zone and requires flood insurance. Association registration and fee is optional but required for lake use.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
1.51 acresLot Size
$431Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Athena Bohm• The Bella Group, LLC
Bought with Cindy Watkins• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #170464009
Redfin Estimate
$719,063
$219K since sold in May 2022$3,000 since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 3.2% lower than the average sale price ($743K) of 6 comparable homes.
This home has been completed updated and is in turn key condition. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. New Stainless Steel appliances. Wood Burning insert in Living Room for energy efficiency along with Nest thermostat for remote control of HWBB heat. Ductless system in LR as a A/C and added heat source to save on oil. Nest doorbell security as well! Master has full bath. almost 500 sq ft of finished basement with Family Room and second room for office/bedroom. Nice large deck off Kitchen/Dining Room that overlooks completely fenced in backyard for privacy, pets and young ones. Also another 550 sq ft in Lower Level with Laundry hook up and tons of storage. One car garage and extra parking area off road to the left of the property. Deeded rights to Rainbow Lake Association for swimming,boating and fishing. Association registration and fee required. Flood Insurance required. See attached supplements.
Smart MLS #170251607
Jan 15, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$150/sq ft
Dec 2, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 11, 2019
Listed
$242,450
$145/sq ft
This is a wonderful home and very Private with a large backyard and plenty of parking. The inside has an open floor plan with a fireplace. There is also a large deck on the back and the basement is partially finished.This home will only go Cash/or some Conventional Loans and no utilities will be turned on. Seller is “Secretary of Veterans Affairs ” (contracts in dark black ink only and VA contract on the MLS(Sample Contract) and Proof of funds nothing else is needed to submit a contact). Disclosures Copper does not hold pressure, Purchase As Is.'built prior to 1978, lead paint may exist' 'may qualify for seller financing (vendee)
Smart MLS #99172634
Sep 26, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jun 9, 2019
Price Changed
$249,000
$149/sq ft
Apr 3, 2019
Listing Removed
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Mar 11, 2019
Price Changed
$279,000
$167/sq ft
Feb 17, 2019
Price Changed
$299,000
$179/sq ft
Jan 23, 2019
Price Changed
$319,000
$191/sq ft
Dec 15, 2018
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2018
Price Changed
$335,000
$201/sq ft
Jul 31, 2018
Price Changed
$350,000
$210/sq ft
Jul 5, 2018
Price Changed
$365,000
$219/sq ft
Jun 20, 2018
Price Changed
$380,000
$228/sq ft
Jun 6, 2018
Price Changed
$395,000
$237/sq ft
May 23, 2018
Price Changed
$410,000
$246/sq ft
May 2, 2018
Price Changed
$425,000
$254/sq ft
Jan 31, 2017
Listed
$450,000
$269/sq ft
Smart MLS #98522255
Jun 2, 2015
Listing Removed
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Dec 8, 2011
Listed
$424,000
$254/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 10, 2008
Sold
$329,000
$197/sq ft
Smart MLS #98358828
Mar 3, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Dec 3, 2007
Listed
$375,500
$225/sq ft
Smart MLS #98351092
Nov 30, 2007
Listing Removed
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Sep 25, 2007
Listed
$399,900
$239/sq ft
Smart MLS #98334356
Aug 31, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 24, 2007
Listed
$399,900
$239/sq ft
Smart MLS #98314058
May 24, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 5, 2007
Listed
$409,900
$245/sq ft
Smart MLS #98308688
Jan 5, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Nov 6, 2006
Listed
$439,900
$263/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 21, 1995
Sold
$200,000
$120/sq ft
Smart MLS #94026789
Sep 19, 1994
Listed
$217,000
$130/sq ft
Smart MLS #93131372
Mar 27, 1994
Listing Removed
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Oct 4, 1993
Listed
$219,000
$131/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$7,499 (+0.8%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2021
$7,441 (+0.3%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2020
$7,417
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2019
$7,417 (+1.2%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2018
$7,327 (+2.9%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2017
$7,121 (+1.9%)
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
2016
$6,985 (+2.6%)
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
2014
$6,807 (+2.5%)
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
2011
$6,642
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
Tax history for 260 Bennetts Farm Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$7,499 (+0.8%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2021
$7,441 (+0.3%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2020
$7,417
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2019
$7,417 (+1.2%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2018
$7,327 (+2.9%)
$149,620 + $114,140
$263,760
2017
$7,121 (+1.9%)
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
2016
$6,985 (+2.6%)
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
2014
$6,807 (+2.5%)
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
2011
$6,642
$171,170 + $90,520
$261,690
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.51 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,170
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
276793
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: new washer and dryer installed in 2020
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: No
Electric Outlet(s), Lighting, Thermostat(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ductless, Split System
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Dryer