Most exquisite interior/exterior custom renovation completed in 2018 by local builder/craftsman Don Sturges for the owner/designer Margit vonFekete, a graduate of the NY Institute of Art & Design with lengthy careers in both fashion & landscape design. Since then, Margit has painstakingly labored on the home & grounds to realize her vision of a sophisticated, casually elegant home, drenched in natural light, which seamlessly blends indoor & outdoor living spaces. Set back deeply on a park-like level acre w/idyllic privacy, delightful arbor/pergolas, stunning flowering gardens, lush rolling lawn, & fenced to pool code, yet just a short walk to Main Street. Total 2,238 sf of sublime finished space w/3 BR, 2.5 BA & impeccable attention to detail including walls of windows & French doors, custom mill-work & built-ins, beamed & vltd rooms, planked walls & ceilings, hdwd floors, & automatic generator. This masterful combination of form & function includes: attached 2 car htd garage; generous LR/office or studio w/radiant heated floors & wall of windows extending to the adj. solarium; most inviting FR w/field-stone fireplace flanked by custom built-ins; & top of the line chef's kitchen featuring peninsula w/bar seating, dining area & Thermador wine cooler. The sumptuous main level MBR suite includes the spa-like bath w/radiant heated floor; laundry; plus 2 additional spacious upstairs BRs w/gorgeous shared bath. Top southern location for trains, commuting & only 60 miles to Midtown!
Public Records
May 14, 2018
Sold
$790,000
$353/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 24, 2018
Sold
$525,400
$235/sq ft
Smart MLS #170040558
Jan 24, 2018
Sold
$525,000
$235/sq ft
Jan 18, 2018
Pending
—
Jan 6, 2018
Contingent
—
Jan 4, 2018
Listed
$549,000
$245/sq ft
Welcome home to this charming Cape Cod home that has been meticulously maintained. Beautiful one acre level property with specimen plants and trees. Minutes to downtown to all the shops, restaurants and entertainment. Large entertaining living room with formal fireplace and large windows looking out to the beautiful property. Intimate formal dining room adjacent to the kitchen with back door entrance. Main floor master bedroom and comfortable family room complete this floor. Upstairs offers two large sized bedrooms with ample storage in each room. There is a full bath for these two bedrooms. In the warm weather the combination sun room and porch are the ideal setting for entertaining. Central air and slate floors with sliders out to the magnificent property make this home a must see.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$15,795 (+0.8%)
$175,000 + $380,590
$555,590
2021
$15,673 (+8.6%)
$175,000 + $380,590
$555,590
2020
$14,428
$175,000 + $338,100
$513,100
2019
$14,428 (+79.9%)
$175,000 + $338,100
$513,100
2018
$8,018 (+4.5%)
$175,000 + $113,630
$288,630
2017
$7,676 (+2.0%)
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
2016
$7,529 (+2.6%)
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
2014
$7,337 (+2.5%)
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
2011
$7,160
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
Tax history for 296 Wilton Rd W
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$15,795 (+0.8%)
$175,000 + $380,590
$555,590
2021
$15,673 (+8.6%)
$175,000 + $380,590
$555,590
2020
$14,428
$175,000 + $338,100
$513,100
2019
$14,428 (+79.9%)
$175,000 + $338,100
$513,100
2018
$8,018 (+4.5%)
$175,000 + $113,630
$288,630
2017
$7,676 (+2.0%)
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
2016
$7,529 (+2.6%)
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
2014
$7,337 (+2.5%)
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
2011
$7,160
$172,480 + $109,620
$282,100
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,238
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
279111
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
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Room Count: 8
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Lighting, Patio, Stone Wall
Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: beige
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2238
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $555,590
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiant
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
High School: Ridgefield
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Main Street to Route 33 on you left to #296.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,238
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Fairfield County
APN: 279111
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
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Schools
Branchville Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
East Ridge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Ridgefield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
10/10
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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, 16 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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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.69M
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