Last Sold Price
6 beds7,123 sqft$516/sqft
281 Turtle Back RdNew Canaan, CT06840

Description

This sophisticated shingle style Nantucket colonial is perfectly suited for today's modern family. Situated on a beautiful West side cul de sac, the property offers breath taking sunset views while surrounded by lovely gardens and terraces that makes for perfect indoor/outdoor entertaining. This spectacular residence, designed by Louise Brooks, has uncompromising quality and casual elegance with every finish and detail. The chef's Kitchen by Deane includes a Gaggenau steam oven, Wolf range, Sub-zero...This sophisticated shingle style Nantucket colonial is perfectly suited for today's modern family. Situated on a beautiful West side cul de sac, the property offers breath taking sunset views while surrounded by lovely gardens and terraces that makes for perfect indoor/outdoor entertaining. This spectacular residence, designed by Louise Brooks, has uncompromising quality and casual elegance with every finish and detail. The chef's Kitchen by Deane includes a Gaggenau steam oven, Wolf range, Sub-zero refrigerators, custom cabinets, walk in pantry, and a butler's pantry for the selective bartender. The home was featured on the New Canaan Cares Kitchen and House Tour! Entertaining is effortless due to the easy flow of the first floor.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/23/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Cynthia Cash • William Raveis Real Estate

Property Details for 281 Turtle Back Road

Status
MLS #
145425
Days on Market
85
Taxes
$33,480 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1962
Lot Size
2.22 AC / 96,703 SF
Exterior
Shingle
School
West
Swimming Pool
In-Ground

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Cynthia Cash

Sold By Compass Connecticut LLC, Casey Lange

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Building Information for 281 Turtle Back Road

Stories-Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size2.22 AC / 96,703 SF

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$21,470 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$18,680

Property Taxes

$2,790

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 281 Turtle Back Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Absolute Longitude: 74
  • Buyer Zip Code: 06830
  • Directions: North on Oenoke, Left on Turtle Back Rd to #281 (driveway entrance on Turtle Back Ln East)
  • Equipment Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Standard Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Freezer, Dryer
Parking
  • Garage: Attached, Detached
  • Garage: Garage Stalls: 4
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Hoa: Homeowner Assoc: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
Property
Lot Information
  • Parcel Id: NCAN-000028-000031-000068
  • Zoning: 100
Property and Assessments
  • Amenities: Generator, Rear Stairs, Wine Cellar, Wet Bar, Terrace, Swimming Pool, Shed, Pool Spa, Pool House, Lawn Sprinkler, Heated Pool
  • Assessment: $1,843,590
  • Exclusions: Dining rm chandelier&drapes, kitchen chandelier, foyer chandelier, mudrm bath mirror, powder rm mirr
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Group Id: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Water: Well
  • Property Type: A
  • Real Estate Owned: No
Utilities
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Oil Tank: Basement
  • Sewer: Septic
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Wood
Interior Features
  • Additional Sq Ft: 684.00
  • Air Conditioning: Central
  • Attic: Pulldown
  • Basement: Finished, Partial, Walkout
  • Heat Zone: 6+
  • Heating: FHA
  • Rooms: 12
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 32.1
  • Width: 15.0
  • Dimensions: 32.1 x 15
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 481.5
Room 2
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 21.0
  • Width: 15.11
  • Dimensions: 21 x 15.11
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 317.31
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 19.0
  • Width: 17.6
  • Dimensions: 19 x 17.6
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 334.4
Room 4
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.5
  • Width: 17.1
  • Dimensions: 13.5 x 17.1
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 230.85
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 16.1
  • Width: 17.1
  • Dimensions: 16.1 x 17.1
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 275.31
Room 6
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Length: 12.5
  • Width: 15.7
  • Dimensions: 12.5 x 15.7
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 196.25
Room 7
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 10.1
  • Width: 8.11
  • Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.11
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 81.91
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 18.5
  • Width: 15.0
  • Dimensions: 18.5 x 15
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 277.5
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 22.0
  • Width: 15.2
  • Dimensions: 22 x 15.2
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 334.4
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 16.6
  • Width: 12.3
  • Dimensions: 16.6 x 12.3
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 204.18
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 12.11
  • Width: 19.7
  • Dimensions: 12.11 x 19.7
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 238.57
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 13.7
  • Width: 19.7
  • Dimensions: 13.7 x 19.7
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 269.89
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 17.1
  • Width: 15.1
  • Dimensions: 17.1 x 15.1
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 258.21
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 24.5
  • Width: 21.4
  • Dimensions: 24.5 x 21.4
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 524.3
Room 15
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 18.3
  • Width: 18.8
  • Dimensions: 18.3 x 18.8
  • Level: L
  • Area: 344.04
Agent
Agent Information
  • Agent Interest: No
  • List Agent Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Agent Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • Listing Member Address: 62 Turtleback Ln East, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Member Short Id: 00487
  • Listing Member Url: http://cindycash.raveis.com
  • Listing Office Address: 4 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Office Email: gillian.depalo@raveis.com
  • Listing Office Fax: (203) 966-0339
  • Listing Office Phone: (203) 966-3555
  • Listing Office Short Id: 19
  • Selling Agency Id: 20180215203259013032000000
  • Selling Member Address: Darien, CT 06820
  • Selling Member Short Id: lange
  • Selling Office Email: mlsteam@compass.com
  • Selling Office Phone: (203) 423-3100
  • Selling Office Short Id: 0000
  • ListingMemberName: Cynthia Cash
  • ListingMemberPhone: (203) 505-0304
  • SellingMemberName: Casey Lange
  • SellingMemberPhone: (203) 249-0900
  • SellingOfficeName: Compass Connecticut LLC

Property History for 281 Turtle Back Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 23, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1469033773

$3,675,000

+0.8% / yr

Apr 16, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #135907297

$3,195,000

+17.9% / yr

May 27, 1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91053167

$530,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/23/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1469033773

$3,675,000

+0.8% / yr

04/16/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #135907297

$3,195,000

+17.9% / yr

05/27/1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91053167

$530,000

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

Public Records for 281 Turtle Back Road

Taxable ValueLand$671,650Additions$1,831,550Total$2,503,200
Tax Record2024$41,778 ($3,482 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Total Finished SqFt6,335 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,335 SqFtStories2Lot Size96,703 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1962Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0028 B:031 L:00068

Schools near 281 Turtle Back Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West School
PublicPK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

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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