236 Main St

Ridgefield, CT 06877

$7,995,000
Price
8
Beds
8,934 Sq. Ft.
$895 / Sq. Ft.
8,934
Sq. Ft.
$895
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Unprecedented opportunity to purchase two landmark, historic residences, situated side by side on Ridgefield's beloved Main St., which have been developed into an unparalleled lifestyle compound. This once in a lifetime sale includes the treasured Hawley House at 236 Main St. - Ridgefield's oldest home, on its original lot (5) which was built by the proprietors in 1713 for the Rev. Thomas Hawley, first pastor & town clerk. It also includes 250 Main St. - the iconic & brightly colored neighboring...Unprecedented opportunity to purchase two landmark, historic residences, situated side by side on Ridgefield's beloved Main St., which have been developed into an unparalleled lifestyle compound. This once in a lifetime sale includes the treasured Hawley House at 236 Main St. - Ridgefield's oldest home, on its original lot (5) which was built by the proprietors in 1713 for the Rev. Thomas Hawley, first pastor & town clerk. It also includes 250 Main St. - the iconic & brightly colored neighboring Gothic Revival Victorian, built Ca. 1826 by Hawley descendants. Working with Peter Coffin of DCA Architects & the Historic District Commission, the home underwent a meticulous full restoration & renovation, thoughtfully balancing historic preservation with modern luxury updates. Over $10M has been spent in top of the line improvements & designer appointments inside & out. Together, both homes span a pastoral 3.16 acres, juxtaposing sidewalks to vibrant downtown Ridgefield with rear privacy including 2 magnificent barns. 236 Main's "Red Barn," Ca. 1900 & renovated in 2012 features: 2,015 sf, indoor basketball court, home office/conference rm, arts & crafts studio, 1 full/2 half bths & 2 car garage. 250 Main's Pool/Carriage house includes: 3,684 sf, 1-2 BRs, 2 full/1 half bths, 2 fplcs, 2 car garage (2 Tesla chargers), gym with sauna, game room/bar, poker room, arcade, 30+ seat movie theater, plus kitchen/great room open to the heated, gunite, saltwater pool, spa & outdoor resort oasis.
  1. Listed by Laura Ancona • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-438-9531 C: (203)-733-7053 lancona@wpsir.com

Property Details for 236 Main Street

Basement Description
Full, Partially Finished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
4
Neighborhood
Village Center
Style
Antique, Victorian
Garage Parking Info
Barn, Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 05/01/2026 05:06 PM

Property Details for 236 Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #24170626
Days on Market1
Taxes$81,088 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1826
Lot Size3.16 AC / 137,649 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Building Information for 236 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1826Building Size-Lot Size3.16 AC / 137,649 SF

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$47,016 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$40,259

Property Taxes

$6,757

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Property Information for 236 Main Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Main Street to #236 and #250
  • Elementary School: Veterans Park
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.276583
  • Longitude: -73.497348
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Park
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $81,088
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Porch, Barn, Garden Area, Lighting, Guest House, French Doors, Patio
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Finished, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Gym, Laundry Room, Steam/Sauna, Sitting Room, Workshop
  • Rooms Total: 25
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 17.6
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Built-Ins,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 21.6
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Dressing Room,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.1
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 50765FC8FBB6B364E063E201100AAF3D
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.1
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.8
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.6
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 15.6
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 50765FC8FBB6B364E063E201100AAF3D
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 20.6
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 17.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Beams,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.8
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1826
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Description: #250 Main - 4,849 sf plus #236 Main - 3,156 sf
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 929
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 0
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Historic District
  • Parcel Number: 278778
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 8005.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 8934.0
  • Zoning: RA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 236 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 25, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327052701

$1

-91.7% / yr

Mar 19, 2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #99799661

$1,163,000

+9.2% / yr

May 15, 1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91154497

$695,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/25/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327052701

$1

-91.7% / yr

03/19/2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #99799661

$1,163,000

+9.2% / yr

05/15/1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91154497

$695,000

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

Public Records for 236 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$597,590Additions$457,100Total$1,054,690
Tax Record2024$28,888 ($2,407 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,772 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,772 SqFtStories2Lot Size53,143 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)ZoningRACountyFAIRFIELDAPNRIDG M:E16 B:0071Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 236 Main Street

This home is within Ridgefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Veterans Park Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
East Ridge Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ridgefield High School
Public - 9 to 12
District Program Erms
Public - PK to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Veterans Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

East Ridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgefield High School
Public9 to 12

District Program Erms
PublicPK to 1

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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More information about 236 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877

236 Main Street is a single family home for sale in Ridgefield, CT 06877. This property was listed for sale on April 30, 2026 by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, it's currently listed at $7,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on October 25, 2007. This listing's school district is Ridgefield School District. Nearby schools include Veterans Park Elementary School, East Ridge Middle School and Ridgefield High School. 236 Main Street is a 8-bed, 9-bath, 8,934 sqft single family home built in 1826.

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