Gorgeous contemporary colonial seamlessly blended into a 1.16 acre natural surrounding. This one of a kind, light and bright, architecturally crafted, home has approximately 4908 square feet of living space and will transport you to a serene escape. The great open floor plan is perfect for both indoor and outdoor entertaining and has possibilities for multi-generational living options. Extensive recent renovations include; a new custom kitchen with granite countertops and high end appliances; a new roof; a new boiler; installation of solar panels (completely paid off with a current electric bill of $9.26/month) & extensive tree removal. Exceptional quality of construction includes vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, skylights, oak hardwood flooring, Anderson windows, solid wood interior door, luxurious baths with Italian tile and/or marble with a steam shower and sauna in the master bath. The main level features the new custom kitchen, dining room, bedroom, den, laundry room and 1.5 baths. The second floor contains a great room with vaulted ceilings and a brick fireplace, a spacious family room, fully glassed sunroom, an entertaining bar/kitchenette areas, 4 generously sized bedrooms and 3 additional full baths. The beautiful grounds include many unique plantings and gardens along with artfully designed walking paths. A Nature lovers paradise! This house is perfect as a primary residence or a relaxing weekend retreat! Convenient access to Route 15 and an easy NYC commute!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
1.16 acresLot Size
$333Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Young Lee• Houlihan Lawrence WD
Listed by Buddy Degennaro• Houlihan Lawrence WD
Bought with Lisa DeFonce• Houlihan Lawrence
Source:Smart MLS #170320054
Redfin Estimate
$1,634,995
$797K since sold in January 2021$51K since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 26.6% lower than the average sale price ($2.23M) of 6 comparable homes.
BILLIANT SPACIOUS CONTEMPORARY ON PRIVATE ACRE OF MAGNIFICENT GARDENS. WIDE OPEN FLOOR PLAN W/ CATHEDRAL CEILINGS & SKYLIGHTS ALLOWS SUN TO SPILL IN AT ALL HOURS OF THE DAY. BOASTING 5 BEDROOMS, 4.1 BATHS W/ GENEROUSLY PROPERTIONED ROOMS, THIS HOME HAS BEEN ENLARGED, UPDATED & IMPECCABLY MAINTAINED TO MEET TODAY'S LIFE STYLE. LUXURIOUSLY UPDATED BATHS W/ ITALIAN TILE AND/OR MARBLE WITH STEAM AND SAUNA IN MASTER SUITE. THE UPDATED KITCHEN WITH WINDOWED GARDEN AREA IS PERFECT FOR SHARING MORNING COFFEE WITH NATURE.
Smart MLS #99031522
Oct 31, 2014
Sold
$855,000
$174/sq ft
Jun 17, 2013
Listed
$895,000
$182/sq ft
Smart MLS #99017007
Jun 16, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Feb 18, 2013
Listed
$948,000
$193/sq ft
Smart MLS #98503223
Nov 30, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2011
Listed
$1,149,000
$234/sq ft
Smart MLS #93000978
Sep 20, 1993
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 1993
Listed
$419,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$13,570 (+1.4%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2021
$13,385 (+2.5%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2020
$13,055
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2019
$13,055 (+3.6%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2018
$12,601 (−6.7%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2017
$13,511 (+3.0%)
$218,690 + $309,300
$527,990
2016
$13,122 (+10.8%)
$218,690 + $309,980
$528,670
2014
$11,846
$218,690 + $289,490
$508,180
Tax history for 253 Guinea Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$13,570 (+1.4%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2021
$13,385 (+2.5%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2020
$13,055
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2019
$13,055 (+3.6%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2018
$12,601 (−6.7%)
$201,200 + $314,190
$515,390
2017
$13,511 (+3.0%)
$218,690 + $309,300
$527,990
2016
$13,122 (+10.8%)
$218,690 + $309,980
$528,670
2014
$11,846
$218,690 + $289,490
$508,180
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.16 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,908
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
336406
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.
RA-2
Single Family Districts, Very Low Density
The purpose of these districts is to set aside and protect areas which have been or may be developed predominantly for single family dwellings on large Lots in a rural setting. Certain other uses are also permitted as-of-right or by Special Permit subject to adequate conditions and safeguards. It is intended that all uses permitted in these districts be compatible with single family Development and consistent with local Street characteristics, the use and protection of private water and sewer facilities (where public facilities are unavailable) and the level of other public services. it is hereby found and declared, further, that these regulations are necessary to the protection of these areas and that their protection is essential to the maintenance of a balanced community of sound residential area of diverse types.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available, Security System
In-Law Apartment: Possible
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher