228 Farms Road

Closed 5/23/19
Closed 5/23/19
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Last Sold Price
$2,200,000
5 beds6,262 sqft$351/sqft
228 Farms RdStamford, CT06903

Description

The approach is exquisite…A long graceful driveway opens to a 1939 regal estate with a whitewashed brick, slate-roofed character colonial home classically designed with formal Normandy charm. Elegantly proportioned between house and land, there are almost 22 acres w/glistening Deepwood Lake/Mianus River in full view from every corner – inside and out. An excellent horse property, as well as a family compound, w/a five stall barn and minutes to the 150 mile Greenwich Trail System. Every amenity has...The approach is exquisite…A long graceful driveway opens to a 1939 regal estate with a whitewashed brick, slate-roofed character colonial home classically designed with formal Normandy charm. Elegantly proportioned between house and land, there are almost 22 acres w/glistening Deepwood Lake/Mianus River in full view from every corner – inside and out. An excellent horse property, as well as a family compound, w/a five stall barn and minutes to the 150 mile Greenwich Trail System. Every amenity has been included to make life relaxed and rewarding...6 car garage, stunning inground pool and pool house w/bath, changing rooms, kitchen and lounging area, tennis court and other outbuildings. The home has a lovely large living room w/fireplace and French doors to a patio...also has an entrance to a grande stone porch w/its own fireplace overlooking the lake...water is the focal point of every room. Formal dining room, kitchen w/fireplace and dining/sunroom w/windowed walls, study w/built-in...even an elevator. Upper level: Master suite w/dressing room, walls of closets, fireplace and sitting room/office. Master bath w/Jacuzzi, steam shower and bidet. Four bedrooms and five bathrooms. There are also Staff/In-law quarters that include a living area, bedroom and full bath. Water views from every room. Featured in Architectural Digest, this property will bring back memories of the storied romance homes of the 30's. An estate of distinction and elegance capturing the nuances of yesteryear.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/23/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Linda Sentementes • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-940-0275 C: (203)-940-0275 lsentementes@wpsir.com
  2. Listed by June E Rosenthal • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-968-1500 jrosenthal@williampitt.com

Property Details for 228 Farms Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
170181166
Days on Market
25
Taxes
$34,699 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1939
Lot Size
21.76 AC / 947,865 SF
County
Fairfield County
Basement Description
Partial With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
6
Neighborhood
North Stamford
Style
Colonial, Normandy
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Linda Sentementes; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, June E Rosenthal

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Linda Sentementes; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, June E Rosenthal

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Building Information for 228 Farms Road

Stories-Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size21.76 AC / 947,865 SF

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Property Information for 228 Farms Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Riverbank Road or Taconic Road to Farms Road to #228. Approach iron gates slowly.
  • Elementary School: Roxbury
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Westhill
  • Latitude: 41.12177
  • Longitude: -73.605354
  • Middle Jr High School: Cloonan
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $34,699
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Cabana, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Heated, Stable, Stone Wall, Tennis Court, Terrace
  • Pool Description: Pool House, In Ground Pool, Heated, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Frontage, Lake, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Hot Water, Radiator, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Elevator, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Large Laundry Room with storage
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Breezeway, Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Solarium, Staff Quarters
  • Room Count: 11
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bay/Bow Window,Built-In Hutch,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Dining Area,Fireplace,French Doors,Island,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Sliders,Stone Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Dressing Room,Fireplace,Full Bath,Marble Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White Wash Brick
  • Construction Description: Brick
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 12677
  • Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Property Info: Horse Property
  • Roof: Slate
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Second Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 6262
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: May be Subdividable, Water View, Rolling, Treed, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 332463
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6262.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 6262.0
  • Zoning: RA2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Storm Doors, Storm Windows, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 228 Farms Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 22, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #645460784

$2,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/22/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #645460784

$2,200,000

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

Public Records for 228 Farms Road

Taxable ValueLand$919,500Additions$1,291,860Total$2,211,360
Tax Record2024$51,458 ($4,288 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt7,980 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,980 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,529 SqFtStories2Lot Size947,866 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1955ZoningRA3CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNSTAM M:002 B:2396Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 228 Farms Road

This home is within Stamford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Roxbury School
Public - K to 5
Cloonan School
Public - 6 to 8
Westhill High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rogers International School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Roxbury School
PublicK to 5

Cloonan School
Public6 to 8

Westhill High School
Public9 to 12

Rogers International School
PublicK 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, Linda Sentementes; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, June E Rosenthal

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