Escape to the privacy of this 7.65-acre Stoddard Hill Estate, a haven for enjoying breathtaking views of the Woodbridge countryside and Long Island Sound. Built in 2008 by the Garceau Brothers, this architect (Johnathan Isleb) designed home exudes quiet elegance. The foyer boasts a floating staircase, skylight, and a guest powder room. With 9ft. ceilings throughout, the living room features cathedral ceilings, a fireplace, and skylights. The expansive dining room is perfect for family gatherings, while the kitchen offers maple cabinets, Subzero appliances, two dishwashers, and a breakfast area leading to the pool. A 1st floor office or ensuite is ideal for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite offers stunning views, walk-in closet, dressing area, and a study/office. Two additional bedrooms with walk-in closets and ensuite baths and an additional study complete the upper level. Lower level, flooded with natural light, includes a spa room, home theater, climbing wall, workout room, and a spacious wine cellar. Pool is surrounded by extensive blue stone patios for entertaining. Whole house generator. Gated rear entrance provides quick access to downtown New Haven, Yale University, and Yale New Haven Hospital, just 5 miles away. Conveniently located near Rt 15, only 66 miles from NYC and 120 miles from Boston, offering easy access to airports and entertainment. Possibly 2 lots can be subdivided off the property, (buyer to do their own due diligence). Award-winning school system!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
7.65 acresLot Size
$293Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Frank D'Ostilio• Houlihan Lawrence WD
Bought with Kirsten Adams• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #170625597
Redfin Estimate
$2,614,535
$8,465 since sold in April 2025$88K since August
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This home's estimate is 125.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.16M) of 6 comparable homes.
8 Acres of meticulously manicured grounds,elegant,architect-designed,light-filled cont,built to exacting standards.Tastefully sited with views of long island sound in the distance,state-of-the-art mechanicals,open floor plan,built-ins,and gunite pool! State of the art insulated hot water tank with house circulator provides quick hot water when called upon.See attached narrative for more details on the extraordinary features of this homes and its location!
Smart MLS #N173356
Sep 1, 2000
Listed
$1,125,000
$126/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$59,360 (+3.0%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2022
$57,635 (+2.7%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2021
$56,147 (+2.7%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2020
$54,685 (−4.6%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2019
$57,341 (+1.0%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2018
$56,771 (+1.0%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2017
$56,215 (+2.3%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2016
$54,933 (+14.2%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2014
$48,113 (+2.4%)
$210,910 + $1,164,940
$1,375,850
2011
$46,972
$210,910 + $1,164,940
$1,375,850
Tax history for 16 Cleft Rock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$59,360 (+3.0%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2022
$57,635 (+2.7%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2021
$56,147 (+2.7%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2020
$54,685 (−4.6%)
$175,770 + $1,141,000
$1,316,770
2019
$57,341 (+1.0%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2018
$56,771 (+1.0%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2017
$56,215 (+2.3%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2016
$54,933 (+14.2%)
$183,470 + $1,241,870
$1,425,340
2014
$48,113 (+2.4%)
$210,910 + $1,164,940
$1,375,850
2011
$46,972
$210,910 + $1,164,940
$1,375,850
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
7
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
7,844
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1450596
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 4
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 14
Laundry Room Location: First Floor
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Intercom, Security System