253 W Mountain Rd

Ridgefield, CT 06877

$1,550,000
Last Sold Price
7
Beds
7,287 Sq. Ft.
$213 / Sq. Ft.
7,287
Sq. Ft.
$213
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 3/1/19
Closed 3/1/19
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Description

Longview Estate welcomes you with breathtaking 50+ mile views & amazing sunsets! The residence features exceptional architecture and is nestled on over 12 acres of pristine land offering a weekend home feel w/full-time amenities. Magnificent 2-story windows in the Great Room, as well as numerous vantage points within the house perfectly frame the majestic views. A unique property, the flexible floor plan of the home functions perfectly as a single or multi-family residence. Complete w/a 1BR or 3BR...Longview Estate welcomes you with breathtaking 50+ mile views & amazing sunsets! The residence features exceptional architecture and is nestled on over 12 acres of pristine land offering a weekend home feel w/full-time amenities. Magnificent 2-story windows in the Great Room, as well as numerous vantage points within the house perfectly frame the majestic views. A unique property, the flexible floor plan of the home functions perfectly as a single or multi-family residence. Complete w/a 1BR or 3BR apartment/au pair suite, as well as separate 1BR guest cottage. Minutes to town center & only 10 miles to the Katonah Train Station for easy commute to NYC. Beautiful dining room, library, add'l family rooms. Room for pool, tennis + 2nd KIT & bath in perfect loc. to function as a pool house. Possible subdivision opportunities. Wonderful opportunity to own one of the few larger estate properties in super desirable southwest Ridgefield bordering Weschester.

Listing Agent

  1. Karla Murtaugh

    Karla Murtaugh

    Listing Agent

    Houlihan Lawrence

    P: (203)-856-5534

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Property Details for 253 West Mountain Road

Basement Description
Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
4
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial, Georgian Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Paved
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 03/01/2019 12:00 AM

Property Details for 253 West Mountain Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170055927
Days on Market348
Taxes$22,929 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1907
Lot Size12.55 AC / 546,678 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Karla Murtaugh

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laura Ancona

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Building Information for 253 West Mountain Road

Stories-Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size12.55 AC / 546,678 SF

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$9,635 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,724

Property Taxes

$1,911

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 253 West Mountain Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: High Ridge Ave to Barry Ave - West Mountain Road. #253, up driveway to end
  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.298927
  • Longitude: -73.53545
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $22,929
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Balcony, Deck, French Doors, Guest House, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Terrace
  • Waterfront Description: Brook, Pond
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Window Unit, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Radiator, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Staff Quarters, Workshop
  • Room Count: 13
  • Rooms Total: 19
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 2 Story Window(s),Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Interior Balcony,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 30.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Pantry
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Granite Counters,Skylight,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,Full Bath,Granite Counters,Hydro-Tub,Stall Shower
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,French Doors,Full Bath
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Stone, Block, Concrete
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Exclusions: Ask agent for full list of inclusions and exclusions
  • Exterior Siding: Stone, Stucco
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Treed, Fence - Stone
  • Parcel Number: 274548
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7287.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 7287.0
  • Zoning: RAAA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 253 West Mountain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 1, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #641136276

$1,550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/01/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #641136276

$1,550,000

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

Public Records for 253 West Mountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$273,210Additions$733,390Total$1,006,600
Tax Record2024$27,571 ($2,298 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Total Finished SqFt7,054 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,054 SqFtStories2Lot Size546,678 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningRAAACountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNRIDG M:C12 B:0008

Schools near 253 West Mountain Road

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

Scotts Ridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgefield High School
Public9 to 12

District Program Ses
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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Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Karla Murtaugh

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