16 Short Lane

Closed 3/3/22
Closed 3/3/22
Split with family room in extension to allow for more heated living space. In law potential
Sold
Last Sold Price
$505,000
3 beds2,466 sqft

16 Short Ln, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.08 acresLot Size
1962Year Built
$205/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Tranquil setting on this slightly wooded level parcel (land goes to corner of Partridge). This 3 Bedroom Split design offers a separate wing that lends itself to a few lifestyle options: extended guests quarters, au-pair or in law potential which all will require the appropriate permits with town of Ridgefield. Hardwood floors are found in most rooms to include bedrooms, living, dining and hallway. Tiled kitchen with eat at counter spans open to a dining area with sliders to a platform deck. Adjacent...Tranquil setting on this slightly wooded level parcel (land goes to corner of Partridge). This 3 Bedroom Split design offers a separate wing that lends itself to a few lifestyle options: extended guests quarters, au-pair or in law potential which all will require the appropriate permits with town of Ridgefield. Hardwood floors are found in most rooms to include bedrooms, living, dining and hallway. Tiled kitchen with eat at counter spans open to a dining area with sliders to a platform deck. Adjacent is a lovely den/office with recess lighting and tiled floor. Main living room features a wood fireplace for a cozy ambiance and front facing bay/bow window. A few steps up are 3 bedrooms and full hall bath. Bath is tiled with newer fixtures and a double sink vanity. Lower playroom (350 sqft) is tiled and accessed through the kitchen. Front exterior shows 2 doors. The white door is the main entry and the red door is the family room wing that is staged as an apartment. There are two parking areas for this property. The land does stretch farther left to the corner of Partridge and Short Ln. With proper permits, it might be possible to build a garage. Property is on a community well serviced by Aquarian. Usage is roughly $90/mos. Gas is used for cooking. Oil heat. Septic pumped 2021. Shingle roof is 1 yr old. Flat roof over wing is not new. Location is great for mall and grocery shopping and highways. Proximity to down town Ridgefield is roughly 10 minutes. Book appt today.
  • Listed by: Jo Mineo 203.241.3853 jmineo@houlihanlawrence.com • Houlihan Lawrence
Listing closed: 03/03/2022 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170448146
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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 16 Short Lane

Property Details

  • Taxes: $8,254 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Heated, Liveable Space
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 0
  • Neighborhood: Ridgebury
  • Style: Split Level
  • Garage Parking Info: Unpaved, Paved
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1962
  • Lot Size: 1.08 AC / 47,044 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Directions: Old Stagecoach to Partridge to Short Lane. First on LEFT. Land from corner Partridge belongs to this property. Front main entry at white door, 2nd entry family room wing at red door
  • Elementary School: Ridgebury
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.334522
  • Longitude: -73.51355
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: $8,254

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: None
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: basement furnace room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Skylight,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 17.0

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Blue
  • Construction Description: Frame, Block, Concrete
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Gravel
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Flat
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Description: split side of house offers 350 square foot finished play room in basement
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 350
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2116
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed
  • Parcel Number: 275281
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2116.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2466.0
  • Zoning: RAA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected, Other

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Estimated Annual Heat Cost: 4000
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 16 Short Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 2, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1484934436

$505,000

+1.6% / yr

Nov 3, 2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #131239601

$379,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/02/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1484934436

$505,000

+1.6% / yr

11/03/2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #131239601

$379,000

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

Public records

16 Short Lane

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,246 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,246 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

300 SqFt

Stories

1

Schools near 16 Short Lane

This home is within Ridgefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ridgebury Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Scotts Ridge Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ridgefield High School
Public - 9 to 12
District Program Res
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ridgebury Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Scotts Ridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgefield High School
Public9 to 12

District Program Res
Public3 to 5

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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