34 Playground Road

Closed 7/11/22
Closed 7/11/22
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,195,000
3 beds4,109 sqft$291/sqft
34 Playground Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.6 acresLot Size
1948Year Built
$291/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

One of a kind stone & shingle craftsman style home after complete gut remodel/expansion in 2011. Exceptional design by award winning local architect Peter Coffin who completely re-envisioned the 1948 original cape. Set back on 1.6 manicured acres w/360 degrees of specimen plantings & flowering gardens including Dogwoods, Hydrangeas, Lilacs, Magnolias, Peonies, Roses, rotating blooms of bulbs/perennials, plus "secret garden" patio w/creeping Thyme, Wisteria covered pergola, spa w/sheet waterfall,...One of a kind stone & shingle craftsman style home after complete gut remodel/expansion in 2011. Exceptional design by award winning local architect Peter Coffin who completely re-envisioned the 1948 original cape. Set back on 1.6 manicured acres w/360 degrees of specimen plantings & flowering gardens including Dogwoods, Hydrangeas, Lilacs, Magnolias, Peonies, Roses, rotating blooms of bulbs/perennials, plus "secret garden" patio w/creeping Thyme, Wisteria covered pergola, spa w/sheet waterfall, stone fireplace & moon gate. Every detail of this custom home was selected to combine vintage character w/top of the line designer appointments incl. the cobblestone driveway aprons reclaimed from historic NYC streets. Total 4,109 sf & 3-4 BR (new 4 BR septic) w/open flow & thoughtful outdoor integration incl. charming front porch, primary suite balcony, & French doors from the great room to the stone terrace. Hardwood floors; paneled walls; main level office w/built-in bookshelves; quarter sawn oak custom kitchen cabinetry; DR w/fplc featuring custom mantle, octagonal slate surround, & built-in wine storage/wine chiller. Step down to the expansive great room encompassing the casual breakfast & living rooms, plus step up to the bonus/family room w/soaring vaulted ceilings. Elegant primary BR suite w/vaulted ceilings, Carrera marble bath & custom double walk-in closet. Top southern location, next to ball field, & walk to Branchville trains, shops, restaurants & Tusk & Cup! Owner/Agent.
Listing closed: 07/11/2022 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170490816

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,025,000

Avg days on market

8

Sale-to-list ratio

111.4%

Ridgefield, CT

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Property Information for 34 Playground Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $14,434 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Hatchway Access
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Branchville
  • Style: Cape Cod, Farm House
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Lot Size: 1.60 AC / 69,696 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Branchville Road to Playground to #34
  • Elementary School: Branchville
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.267822
  • Longitude: -73.44513
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $14,434
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Gutters, Hot Tub, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Pantry,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Vaulted Ceiling,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 23.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Full Bath,Vaulted Ceiling,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 20.5
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.5
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 450
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3659
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 282950
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3659.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4109.0
  • Zoning: RA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 34 Playground Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 11, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1493932969

$1,195,000

+9.7% / yr

May 20, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #309772313

$425,000

+8207.0% / yr

Jun 13, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327052867

$1—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/11/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1493932969

$1,195,000

+9.7% / yr

05/20/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #309772313

$425,000

+8207.0% / yr

06/13/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327052867

$1

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

Public Records for 34 Playground Road

Taxable ValueLand$254,800Additions$517,160Total$771,960
Tax Record2025$21,144 ($1,762 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,659 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,659 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,274 SqFtStories2Lot Size69,696 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2011Year Renovated2011ZoningRACountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNRIDG M:I17 B:0020

Schools near 34 Playground Road

This home is within Ridgefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Branchville Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
East Ridge Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ridgefield High School
Public - 9 to 12
District Program Res
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Branchville Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

East Ridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgefield High School
Public9 to 12

District Program Res
Public3 to 5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 34 Playground Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
$1,195,000
3
4,109
69,696
708 Branchville Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
$1
3
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703 Branchville Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
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43,560
710 Branchville Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
$400,000
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