Experience refined living in this exceptional modern Colonial, privately set on over an acre in coveted North Stamford. Offering more than 8,000 square feet, this impressive residence features 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 1 half bath, blending timeless elegance with sophisticated design. A dramatic marble foyer welcomes you into beautifully appointed interiors with hardwood floors throughout. The gourmet kitchen is designed for effortless entertaining, featuring granite countertops, custom built-ins, and premium stainless steel appliances, including a Viking cooktop and warming drawer, Wolf double convection ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator, two Bosch dishwashers, and a Frigidaire microwave. The inviting family room with fireplace and built-ins, elegant living room with a second fireplace, and richly paneled cherry library offer refined yet comfortable living spaces. The luxurious primary suite is a private retreat with a sitting room, tray ceiling, private balcony, expansive walk-in closets, and spa-like ambiance. A finished lower level, bonus room, and finished attic provide exceptional flexibility. Professionally landscaped grounds create a private setting, complemented by a heated three-car garage. Ideally located just minutes from premier shopping, dining, and the Merritt Parkway, this remarkable home offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience.
North Stamford, located between the Merritt Parkway and the New York state line, is a wooded and residential Stamford neighborhood with winding back roads and broad conservation land. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the High Ridge Road and Long Ridge Road corridor, where farm stands, equestrian facilities, and low-key local shops set a country-leaning rhythm. The Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens anchors the landscape with trails and curated plant collections. Stamford Museum & Nature Center adds a cultural counterpoint with galleries, a working farm, and outdoor programs. Housing trends toward larger colonials and contemporaries set on deep lots, with stone walls and mature trees shaping the streetscape. Hiking loops and reservoir edges define weekends, while the drive into downtown Stamford stays firmly in the background.
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Offer insights
78 Hardesty Rd · $2,500,000
$2.52M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.52M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
52 days
The average home goes pending in 36 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
104.1%
Most homes are selling 4% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Auto garage door opener
Central vacuum
Security system
Thermostat(s)
Two fireplaces
Central air
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Oven/Range
Microwave
Range hood
Refrigerator
Freezer
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry room on upper level
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating
Oil-fired heat
Central air
Exterior features
Level lot
Located on a cul-de-sac
Professionally landscaped
Nearby amenities: golf course, park, playground/tot lot, public recreation facilities, public transportation
Radon mitigation (air and water)
Home design
Single family home
Parking
Attached garage
3-car garage
Security
Security system
Construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Shingle and stone siding
Frame construction
Concrete foundation
Finished walk-up attic
Full, fully finished basement
Utilities
Private well water
Septic system
Oil hot water with 50-gallon tank
Fuel tank located in basement
Other
Living area per public record: 8030 (sq ft)
Electricity and solar
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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
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
57% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Stamford, CT • 06903
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Stamford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 78 Hardesty Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,125,000 and $2,110,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $2.1M.