1287 Rock Rimmon Rd

Stamford, CT 06903

$1,395,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
4,988 Sq. Ft.
$280 / Sq. Ft.
4,988
Sq. Ft.
$280
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 12/8/25
Closed 12/8/25
a front view of a house with a yard

Description

Don't miss this rare opportunity to purchase the former estate of the famed musician and "The King of Swing" Benny Goodman. This one-of-a-kind antique New England Colonial is a true treasure with countless elegant features and updates made over the years and still maintains much of its original charm. Located in the historic neighborhood of Old Long Ridge Village, this property offers 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, 6 fireplaces, marvelous wide plank floors and a most generous primary suite and sitting area....Don't miss this rare opportunity to purchase the former estate of the famed musician and "The King of Swing" Benny Goodman. This one-of-a-kind antique New England Colonial is a true treasure with countless elegant features and updates made over the years and still maintains much of its original charm. Located in the historic neighborhood of Old Long Ridge Village, this property offers 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, 6 fireplaces, marvelous wide plank floors and a most generous primary suite and sitting area. There are fabulous views of the flat 1.22 acres of professionally landscaped property. This magnificent property also offers gorgeous gardens casually arranged with specimen trees, shrubs, flowers and a bridge for the babbling brook, Lily Pond and stonewalls all bordering Rockrimmon Country Club. The 1-bedroom guest cottage has an open floor plan, cathedral-ceiling and is ideal for guests, in-laws or extended family. You won't want to miss the secluded renovated in-ground pool with patio and a 3 car heated garage with a half bath plus a car port. There is a full house generator, newer wood roof, thermal windows, kitchen island and counter top, LED lighting, laundry room cabinets and countertops, Geothermal HVA system, alarms in main house, garage and cottage.

Property Details for 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

Basement Description
Partial, Full, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Expected Active Date
10-01-2025
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
North Stamford
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Carport, Detached Garage, Driveway
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 08:09 PM

Property Details for 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24129005
Days on Market13
Taxes$17,441 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1832
Lot Size1.22 AC / 53,143 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Robbie A Blosio

Sold By Brown Harris Stevens, Rob C Johnson

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Building Information for 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

Stories-Year Built1832Building Size-Lot Size1.22 AC / 53,143 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,347 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,893

Property Taxes

$1,453

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Long Ridge Road to Old Long Ridge to Rock Rimmon or High Ridge Rd to Mayapple to Rock Rimmon.
  • Elementary School: Northeast
  • High School: Westhill
  • Latitude: 41.15962
  • Longitude: -73.59093
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $17,441
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Garden Area, Guest House, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Pool House, Alarm, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Brook
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Steam
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: pantry/kitchen
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Cathedral Ceiling,Full Bath
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 3F8EE8C0332B146BE0631A01100AD0F7
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Island
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Built-Ins,Granite Counters,Laundry Hookup,Pantry,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 3F8EE8C0332B146BE0631A01100AD0F7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Fireplace,Half Bath,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Half Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Tub w/Shower,Walk-In Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exclusions: See inclusion exclusion doc
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1832
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Description: the cottage is 864 sq feet and the inclosed sun porch is 385 sq ft
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 864
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3739
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial, Some Wetlands, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 320503
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4124.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4988.0
  • Zoning: RA2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Geothermal Heat, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Geothermal
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 5, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1501415797

$1,100,000

+1.9% / yr

Mar 19, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #412811799

$935,000—
Mar 19, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #412811799

$935,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1501415797

$1,100,000

+1.9% / yr

03/19/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #412811799

$935,000
03/19/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #412811799

$935,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

Taxable ValueLand$269,370Additions$480,150Total$749,520
Tax Record2024$17,441 ($1,453 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,739 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,739 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt818 SqFtStories2Lot Size53,143 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1832ZoningRA2CountyFAIRFIELDAPNSTAM M:000 B:8929Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1287 Rock Rimmon Road

This home is within Stamford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Northeast School
Public - K to 5
Turn Of River School
Public - 6 to 8
Westhill High School
Public - 9 to 12
Scofield Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Northeast School
PublicK to 5

Turn Of River School
Public6 to 8

Westhill High School
Public9 to 12

Scofield Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Robbie A Blosio

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