Visually stunning curb appeal that commands attention! This contemporary home, sited on 3+ lush acres, is designed to incorporate the beauty of the wooded surroundings. Multiple angular roof lines soar skyward, creating cathedral ceilings and dramatic 2-story windows, for impeccable natural light. Step through the solid wood front door and the entry foyer is glass-walled, for a clear view right through the center of the home. Step down to the living room with blue stone slate floor, crossbeams and majestic stone fireplace and hearth. Large dining room can seat 10 and connects to kitchen by swinging butler door. The kitchen has full-size dining area, stainless appliances, island with bar seating, dry bar, wine fridge and soapstone counters. Family room offers wet bar and fireplace for cozy get-togethers on crisp fall evenings. Tastefully appointed and well-maintained, this home can accommodate guests and family with 5 large bedrooms, 2 with full en suites. Master boasts 16' windows, crossbeams, dressing area, Jack&Jill walk-ins. Finished basement has large gym/rec/media room, full bath and a possible 6th guest room/home office + storage. Must-see den with 2-story chimney, rich wood wainscoting, decorative fireplace and spiral stair to library on main floor, with catwalk around the stacks. Minutes from the parkway, easy access to Stamford and Greenwich, this home melds modern lines with traditional style, softened by the organic surroundings, pond and serene brook.
Included: Gas grill, additional fridge in pantry and window treatments. Additional features: slate patio, young roof, whole-house generator, 2 above-ground oil tanks in basement, working radon mitigation system, 80-gal. water heater, 2 functioning fireplaces (plus one decorative), 3 leased propane tanks installed, sealed circular driveway with easement for #301. Floor plans available as PDFs in the supplemental documents.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
3.31 acresLot Size
$325Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Gomberg• Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Bought with Betsy DiMatteo• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #170436822
Redfin Estimate
$2,089,366
$1.0M since sold in January 2022$134K since August
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This home's estimate is 44% lower than the average sale price ($3.73M) of 6 comparable homes.
4 Br Cont/Colonial Nestled In A Very Private Setting On 3.31 Parklike Acreage. 2Nd Driveway From Near Greenwich Border.
GMLS #79650
Jan 31, 2013
Sold
$790,000
$123/sq ft
Jun 8, 2011
Listed
$849,000
$132/sq ft
+4
4 BR CONT/COLONIAL NESTLED IN 2ND DRIVEWAY FROM NEAR GREENWICH BORDER ON 3.31 OF PRIVATE WOODED PARKLIKE ACREAGE. LARGE LIVING RM W/ CATH CEILING, FORMAL DINING RM, FAMILY RM W/ FP & WETBAR, COUNTRY KITCHEN W/ BREAKFAST NOOK LEADS TO OUTSIDE TERRACE. 2ND FLOOR MASTER BR SUITE, 3 DOUBLE SIZE BDRMS, 2ND FLR LAUNDRY. WALK UP ATTIC STORAGE RM. AU-PAIR SUITE LOWER LEVEL PARTIALLY FINISHED W/ STORAGE RMS. 2 CAR GARAGE. WALK TO MIANUS RIVER PARK & MORE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$16,792 (+1.4%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2021
$16,562 (+2.5%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2020
$16,154
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2019
$16,154 (+3.6%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2018
$15,593 (−8.2%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2017
$16,983 (+3.1%)
$285,170 + $378,470
$663,640
2016
$16,472 (+6.5%)
$285,170 + $378,470
$663,640
2014
$15,469
$285,170 + $378,470
$663,640
Tax history for 297 Guinea Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$16,792 (+1.4%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2021
$16,562 (+2.5%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2020
$16,154
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2019
$16,154 (+3.6%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2018
$15,593 (−8.2%)
$262,340 + $375,400
$637,740
2017
$16,983 (+3.1%)
$285,170 + $378,470
$663,640
2016
$16,472 (+6.5%)
$285,170 + $378,470
$663,640
2014
$15,469
$285,170 + $378,470
$663,640
*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
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,434
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
324837
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: Under House Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum