28 Shields Ln

Ridgefield, CT 06877

$655,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,098 Sq. Ft.
$312 / Sq. Ft.
2,098
Sq. Ft.
$312
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/31/25
Closed 7/31/25

Description

Charming country ranch on desirable cul de sac, set back privately on 1.20 park-like acres, just minutes from town center. Sprawling level property with fenced in backyard, stone patio, mature flowering trees and gardens, potting shed, plus rear wooded privacy. This picture perfect home is warm and inviting with recently refinished hardwood floors and open floor plan showcasing the 24'x14' living room with brick fireplace, custom mantle and surround, plus floor to ceiling built-in display shelving....Charming country ranch on desirable cul de sac, set back privately on 1.20 park-like acres, just minutes from town center. Sprawling level property with fenced in backyard, stone patio, mature flowering trees and gardens, potting shed, plus rear wooded privacy. This picture perfect home is warm and inviting with recently refinished hardwood floors and open floor plan showcasing the 24'x14' living room with brick fireplace, custom mantle and surround, plus floor to ceiling built-in display shelving. The living room is open to the sunny dining room with sliders to the stone patio for gracious indoor and outdoor entertaining. Inviting, updated kitchen, with gleaming white cabinets, glass front accent cabinets, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. Total 2,038 sf on two finished levels with 3 bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bath. The bedroom wing features the spacious primary suite and two additional bedrooms, all with hardwood floors and shared hall bath. Spread out in the finished lower level rec, game or media room, plus large separate office, ideal for remote working or studio. Recent updates include 3 ductless mini splits for both cooling and optional heating; new garage doors; plus new laminate wood flooring in lower level. Additional highlights: generator transfer switch; 2 car garage; pull down stairs to attic for storage; lower level laundry and storage; plus top location - minutes to shopping, restaurants, library, park, theaters, and just 58 miles to Midtown.
  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 28 Shields Lane

Basement Description
Full, Heated, Storage, Fully Finished, Interior Access
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Ranch
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 07/31/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 28 Shields Lane

StatusClosed
MLS #24099858
Days on Market28
Taxes$9,262 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1962
Lot Size1.20 AC / 52,272 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Building Information for 28 Shields Lane

Stories-Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size1.20 AC / 52,272 SF

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$4,036 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,264

Property Taxes

$772

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 28 Shields Lane

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Danbury Road to Limestone to left on Shields to #28
  • Elementary School: Branchville
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.314739
  • Longitude: -73.491559
  • Middle Jr High School: Scotts Ridge
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $9,262
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Ductless, Split System
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Built-Ins,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.3
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Granite Counters
  • Room Length: 16.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.7
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 364D2EC534B12606E0631A01100AE899
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.6
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Engineered Wood Floor
  • Room Length: 31.6
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 22.6
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Engineered Wood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 11.6
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 780
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1318
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac
  • Parcel Number: 279854
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1318.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2098.0
  • Zoning: RAA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 28 Shields Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 31, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1909388076

$655,000

+0.4% / yr

Jun 30, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514160277

$650,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/31/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1909388076

$655,000

+0.4% / yr

06/30/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514160277

$650,000

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

Public Records for 28 Shields Lane

Taxable ValueLand$220,500Additions$117,670Total$338,170
Tax Record2024$9,262 ($772 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,318 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,318 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt516 SqFtStories1Lot Size52,272 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1962Year Renovated1991ZoningRAACountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNRIDG M:F10 B:0013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 28 Shields Lane

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

East Ridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgefield High School
Public9 to 12

District Program Ses
PublicPK to 1

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