Last Sold Price
7 beds4,490 sqft$479/sqft
152 Michigan RdNew Canaan, CT06840

Description

The Samuel Benedict house, built in 1745 once was located on Smith Ridge Road. It was moved to Michigan Road in 1912 and the kitchen, master bedroom addition was built in the early 1940s. In the 1950s a bomb shelter was built in the basement which is now used as a wine cellar. Charming historic home, moldings, built-ins, wide plank antique wood floors on first floor. French doors open out from Living room, dining room and kitchen to spacious 4.46 acre private property with terrace and gazebo. Generator,...The Samuel Benedict house, built in 1745 once was located on Smith Ridge Road. It was moved to Michigan Road in 1912 and the kitchen, master bedroom addition was built in the early 1940s. In the 1950s a bomb shelter was built in the basement which is now used as a wine cellar. Charming historic home, moldings, built-ins, wide plank antique wood floors on first floor. French doors open out from Living room, dining room and kitchen to spacious 4.46 acre private property with terrace and gazebo. Generator, central air conditioning and large Garland chef's stove. Seven bedrooms, five full baths plus one half bath, living room, den and bedroom with fireplace. Master bedroom with full bath and sitting room. Finished attic with bonus room, bedroom and bath plus storage. Detached barn with three car garage and large storage area above with vaulted ceiling. Offered in its current condition.
LISTING CLOSED: 02/02/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Nez Swanberg • Houlihan Lawrence
    P: (203)-984-5009 C: (203)-984-5009 nezpez711@aol.com

Property Details for 152 Michigan Road

Status
MLS #
170612513
Days on Market
8
Taxes
$23,325 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1745
Lot Size
4.46 AC / 194,277 SF
Basement Description
Partial, Crawl Space, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Barn
Swimming Pool
No

Location

Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Nez Swanberg

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Hannelore Kaplan

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Building Information for 152 Michigan Road

Stories-Year Built1745Building Size-Lot Size4.46 AC / 194,277 SF

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$12,872 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,928

Property Taxes

$1,944

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 152 Michigan Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: 152 Michigan Road, New Canaan
  • Elementary School: West
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.185872
  • Longitude: -73.509018
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Private School(s)
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $23,325
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Barn, French Doors, Gazebo, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiator, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: first floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Room Count: 12
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,French Doors,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Tub w/Shower,Hardwood Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 0B4F5D454E490DC0E063D501100A6E20
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,French Doors,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Country,French Doors,Pantry,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 0B4F5D454E490DC0E063D501100A6E20
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: white
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Gravel
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 8548
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1745
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: per town field card
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3890
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared
  • Parcel Number: 184867
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4490.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4490.0
  • Zoning: 4AC
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 152 Michigan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 2, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1527325900

$2,150,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/02/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1527325900

$2,150,000

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Public Records for 152 Michigan Road

Taxable ValueLand$645,750Additions$700,840Total$1,346,590
Tax Record2024$22,475 ($1,873 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt3,890 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,890 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,980 SqFtStories3Lot Size194,278 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1745Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0034 B:034 L:00001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 152 Michigan Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West School
PublicPK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

St. Luke's School
Private5 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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