144 Seventy Acre Road

Closed 10/7/24
Closed 10/7/24
Original ca. 1800s Barn with large windows
Sold
Last Sold Price
$728,000
4 beds3,005 sqft$242/sqft
144 Seventy Acre Rd, Redding, CT 06896
Single FamilyProperty Type
2 acresLot Size
1860Year Built
$242/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Nestled on a serene 2-acre property in West Redding, off scenic Umpawaug Rd, this charming expanded Antique Barn is ready to welcome its next owner. Originally part of a working farm, this 1860 barn was transformed into a one-of-a-kind residence in 1975 by its former artist owner, John Hermansader. Today, it is a unique home with 4 beds, 2.5 baths, 4 fireplaces, a captivating great room w/soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and an abundance of natural light. Maintaining its original farm heritage,...Nestled on a serene 2-acre property in West Redding, off scenic Umpawaug Rd, this charming expanded Antique Barn is ready to welcome its next owner. Originally part of a working farm, this 1860 barn was transformed into a one-of-a-kind residence in 1975 by its former artist owner, John Hermansader. Today, it is a unique home with 4 beds, 2.5 baths, 4 fireplaces, a captivating great room w/soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and an abundance of natural light. Maintaining its original farm heritage, the home has Dutch doors, wide board pine floors, and fieldstone fireplaces. Spanning over 4,000SF, this lovely home effortlessly accommodates both cozy gatherings and grand-scale entertaining with ease. The French country kitchen features herringbone brick floors and a gas range w/copper hood, seamlessly flowing into the sunny gathering room, complete with an impressive brick fireplace, built-ins, and French doors leading to the adjoining deck. Descend to the lower family room, boasting yet another fieldstone fireplace, a private office/guest room, and sliders to the lower deck. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite offers a fireplace and a private bath, while 3 additional bedrooms and a 2nd full bath complete the upper level. The picturesque yard w/mature trees, provides a tranquil retreat, all while being minutes from Rte 7 and conveniently located near downtown Ridgefield, Metro North, and Topstone Park. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this enchanting home yours!

Listing Agent

  1. Brianna Carvalho

    Brianna Carvalho

    Listing Agent

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    P: (516) 319-7609

    M: (516) 319-7609

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Listing closed: 10/07/2024 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24036906

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$865,000

Avg days on market

49

Sale-to-list ratio

100.3%

Redding, CT

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Property Information for 144 Seventy Acre Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $13,559 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Interior Access
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Neighborhood: Umpawaug
  • Style: Barn, Farm House
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Lot Size: 2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Umpawaug to Seventy Acre Rd
  • Elementary School: Redding
  • High School: Joel Barlow
  • Latitude: 41.289803
  • Longitude: -73.41723
  • Middle Jr High School: John Read
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $13,559
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Great Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 1EA38C854E6D0D2BE063D501100A2C97
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Blue
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3005
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Rolling
  • Parcel Number: 270666
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3005.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3005.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 144 Seventy Acre Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 7, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1542669106

$728,000

-0.2% / yr

Jun 17, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #162975181

$750,000

+12.5% / yr

May 13, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91142878

$365,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/07/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1542669106

$728,000

-0.2% / yr

06/17/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #162975181

$750,000

+12.5% / yr

05/13/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91142878

$365,000

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

Public Records for 144 Seventy Acre Road

Taxable ValueLand$133,000Additions$339,100Total$472,100
Tax Record2024$13,946 ($1,162 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,005 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,005 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,100 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860Year Renovated1960ZoningR-2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNREDD M:36 L:87

Schools near 144 Seventy Acre Road

This home is within Redding School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Redding Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
John Read Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Joel Barlow High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Redding Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

John Read Middle School
Public5 to 8

Joel Barlow High School
Public9 to 12

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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This home: 144 Seventy Acre Road, Redding, CT 06896
$728,000
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3,005
87,120
150 Seventy Acre Road, Redding, CT 06896
$1,325,000
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87,991
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