48 Dorethy Road

Closed 8/7/20
Closed 8/7/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$775,000
4 beds5,422 sqft$143/sqft
48 Dorethy Rd, Redding, CT 06896
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.3 acresLot Size
1978Year Built
$143/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Stunning modern country estate set on the most scenic 2.3 acres on bucolic Dorethy Road bordered by Redding Land Trust conservation property. This quintessential retreat like home offers the best of all worlds, most convenient West Redding location, yet idyllic privacy w/panoramic pond views, heated gunite pool, multiple outdoor living areas incl. the inviting screened porch w/marine varnished wood floor, expansive decks, stone patio & new pool terrace. Impressive from first glimpse w/native stone...Stunning modern country estate set on the most scenic 2.3 acres on bucolic Dorethy Road bordered by Redding Land Trust conservation property. This quintessential retreat like home offers the best of all worlds, most convenient West Redding location, yet idyllic privacy w/panoramic pond views, heated gunite pool, multiple outdoor living areas incl. the inviting screened porch w/marine varnished wood floor, expansive decks, stone patio & new pool terrace. Impressive from first glimpse w/native stone walls, circular drive, 3 car garage, sweeping lawn & mature landscaping. Total 5,422 sf w/4-6 BR, 4/1 BA, & 3 finished levels. Light, bright & open, the heart of this home is the expansive great room featuring floor to ceiling double side stone fplc, vltd ceiling, hdwd floors, plus wet bar w/bar seating, adj. the chef's kitchen w/cherry cabinetry, center island, granite counters, S/S appliances, & sunny breakfast area w/walls of windows/sliders to the rear deck. The main level also features the totally open LR & DR for ease of entertaining; pvt office/au-pair suite w/adj. full bth & 2nd floor library loft; plus spacious mudroom, laundry & 3 car garage. The 2nd floor features the spacious MBR suite w/pvt bath, WIC, & outdoor balcony plus 3 additional BRs & updated hall bath. Don't miss the huge walk-out lower level family/game room w/2nd fplc, copper bar area, plus separate cedar paneled office, sauna, den/optional BR & 4th full bath. The best of country living, just 60 miles to NYC!
  • Listed by: Laura Ancona 203.733.7053 lancona@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 08/07/2020 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170297857

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$975,000

Avg days on market

56

Sale-to-list ratio

100.3%

Redding, CT

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Property Information for 48 Dorethy Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $16,042 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Neighborhood: West Redding
  • Style: Colonial, Modern
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 2.30 AC / 100,188 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Rt. 107 to Dorethy to #48 on right
  • Elementary School: Redding
  • High School: Joel Barlow
  • Latitude: 41.270485
  • Longitude: -73.40593
  • Middle Jr High School: John Read
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $16,042
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Screened, Stone Wall
  • Pool Description: Heated, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Pond, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 14
  • Rooms Total: 14
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Sliders
  • Room Length: 53.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 25.5
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Cedar Closet
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Cedar Closet
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 10.5
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Beams,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 15.5
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Breakfast Bar,Dining Area,Granite Counters,Island,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.5
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 27.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 16.5
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Atrium,Book Shelves,Full Bath
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 20.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Full Bath,Sliders,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.5
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Natural
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Brick
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 8084
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3822
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Water View, Fence - Full, Fence - Stone
  • Parcel Number: 270812
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5422.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5422.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 48 Dorethy Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #675507071

$775,000

-0.9% / yr

Oct 5, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #153619090

$890,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #675507071

$775,000

-0.9% / yr

10/05/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #153619090

$890,000

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

Public Records for 48 Dorethy Road

Taxable ValueLand$157,500Additions$475,500Total$633,000
Tax Record2025$18,699 ($1,558 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,822 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,822 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,600 SqFtStories2Lot Size100,188 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978Year Renovated1985ZoningR-2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNREDD M:42 L:123

Schools near 48 Dorethy Road

This home is within Redding School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Redding Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
John Read Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Joel Barlow High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Redding Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

John Read Middle School
Public5 to 8

Joel Barlow 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 48 Dorethy Road, Redding, CT 06896
$775,000
4
5,422
100,188
68 Dorethy Road, Redding, CT 06896
$1,050,501
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383,328
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4
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178,596
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156,816
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49 Dorethy Road, Redding, CT 06896
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