Handsome, sunny 5BR/3.2B Colonial bursting w/brilliant space, design, style, character & versatility! It's beautifully set on a true park-like acre in prized Upper Newfield fine homes neighb'hd boasting City water & sewers! At back, enjoy sprawling tiered deck viewing glorious level grounds bordering golf course greens; at front, a graceful veranda embraces the home. Charming interior boasts fine millwork, rich hardwoods, 2-fireplaces, French doors, lg suite comprised of a spectacular Great rm, w/soaring ceiling, library wall+loft & Palladian window, plus 2nd main flr powder rm. Great rm complements the Family rm w/fpl + office alcove just off the EIK, or provides versatile space for prof'l office, in-laws or nanny w/pvt entry off the veranda. Grand-size, elegant LR & DR are perfect for entertaining, while generous-size EIK is ideal for gourmet chef w/Thermador prof'l range, a Sub-Zero full-size refrigerator & a Sub-Zero freezer, lg island, abundant cabinetry & granite countertops! Lg breakfast rm area has French door access to stunning deck & prop. Upstairs there's flex space den/sitting/play rm+5BRs & 3Bs that incl Primary suite w/rm-size outfitted WI closet & luxe bath. Roomy, sunny BRs all have hardwoods. Walkout LL has mudrm entry, lg playrm, add'l rm+storage & mechanicals. Amenities incl C/A, security, Nest Thermostat, 3c garage, sprinkler system-Feature sheet tells all! Prized location-mins to schools, tennis, golf, restaurants, shops & Pkwy. Superb opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$345Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Elayne Jassey• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Listed by Alyssa Bernstein• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Cecilia Nino• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:Smart MLS #24074251
Redfin Estimate
$1,916,830
$362K since sold in April 2025$1,000 since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 47.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.30M) of 6 comparable homes.
Sunny Col expanded/enhanced to offer grand space, gracious layout+wonderful amens. Gorgeous level pvt acre bordering golf course-on prized Upper Newfield c-d-sac mins from golf, tennis ... everything! Stunning gourm EIK-granite+hdwd+center island+SS applcs incl Thermador Prof'l gas range & SubZero refrig & sep SubZero freezer! Charming brkfst rm area w/French doors to splendid tiered deck & glorious prop. Inviting FR/fpl off EIK. Fine crown moldg in FDR & LR/fpl+blt-ins, walkout LL/playrm+poss'bl gym. Dramatic lg main flr bonus rm w/sep entry has, vltd ceil+lg powder rm-perfect office/nanny/in-law suite. Reading niche atop stairs & 5BR+3bths INCL Mstr w/sitting area+custom wardrobe rm+fab bath w/whirlpool(See ftrs/xcl) Sunny-grand-splendor!
Public Records
Jul 12, 2001
Sold
$727,500
$131/sq ft
Smart MLS #98094606
Mar 14, 2001
Listed
$719,000
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$15,496 (+1.1%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2021
$15,328 (+2.6%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2020
$14,934
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2019
$14,934 (+3.8%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2018
$14,383 (−1.4%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2017
$14,591 (+2.9%)
$218,760 + $342,450
$561,210
2016
$14,182 (+6.2%)
$218,760 + $342,450
$561,210
2014
$13,351
$218,760 + $342,450
$561,210
Tax history for 97 Sweet Briar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$15,496 (+1.1%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2021
$15,328 (+2.6%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2020
$14,934
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2019
$14,934 (+3.8%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2018
$14,383 (−1.4%)
$210,350 + $369,160
$579,510
2017
$14,591 (+2.9%)
$218,760 + $342,450
$561,210
2016
$14,182 (+6.2%)
$218,760 + $342,450
$561,210
2014
$13,351
$218,760 + $342,450
$561,210
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,393
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
325262
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.
RA-1
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: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 12
Laundry Room Location: Main level room w/sink, storage, window
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
Thermostat(s)
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer