490 West Rd

New Canaan, CT 06840

$1,275,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
5,268 Sq. Ft.
$242 / Sq. Ft.
5,268
Sq. Ft.
$242
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 2/28/20
Closed 2/28/20
a front view of a house with a yard table and chairs

Description

Don't miss this charming and gracious Colonial situated on 5.5 beautiful acres with gorgeous pool offering privacy, serenity, your own nature preserve and a fun-filled play yard. Special features include: formal Living room & Dining Room with fireplace, beautifully updated kitchen with island, fireplace & large eating area which is adjacent to the sun-filled family room. Six bedrooms with four ensuites, spacious playroom/gameroom & large mudroom complete this home. This is truly a wonderful home...Don't miss this charming and gracious Colonial situated on 5.5 beautiful acres with gorgeous pool offering privacy, serenity, your own nature preserve and a fun-filled play yard. Special features include: formal Living room & Dining Room with fireplace, beautifully updated kitchen with island, fireplace & large eating area which is adjacent to the sun-filled family room. Six bedrooms with four ensuites, spacious playroom/gameroom & large mudroom complete this home. This is truly a wonderful home in a great location, just minutes to town and train.
  1. Listed by Karen L Danks • Weichert Madison and Post
    P: (203)-253-2082 C: (203)-253-2082 karenldanks@yahoo.com

Property Details for 490 West Road

Basement Description
Partially Finished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 02/28/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 490 West Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170213996
Days on Market205
Taxes$24,217 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1964
Lot Size5.50 AC / 239,580 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Weichert Madison and Post, Karen L Danks

Sold By Perun Properties, Joseph M Perun

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Building Information for 490 West Road

Stories-Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size5.50 AC / 239,580 SF

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$8,372 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,353

Property Taxes

$2,018

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 490 West Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Merritt Parkway to Exit 36, to Route 106 to Weed until end then take Left on to West.
  • Elementary School: West
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.166714
  • Longitude: -73.527855
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $24,217
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fruit Trees, Patio, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 12
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Breakfast Nook,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor,Island,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Beige
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 7752
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5268
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Rear Lot, Some Wetlands, Secluded, Treed
  • Parcel Number: 184447
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5268.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5268.0
  • Zoning: 100
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 490 West Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 15, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1364827441

$1,275,000—
Mar 15, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #664594673

$1,275,000

-6.1% / yr

Sep 16, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #369907405

$1,800,000

+4.0% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/15/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1364827441

$1,275,000
03/15/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #664594673

$1,275,000

-6.1% / yr

09/16/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #369907405

$1,800,000

+4.0% / yr

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

Public Records for 490 West Road

Taxable ValueLand$990,850Additions$758,310Total$1,749,160
Tax Record2024$29,193 ($2,433 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6Total Finished SqFt5,268 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,268 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt952 SqFtStories2Lot Size239,580 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0027 B:025 L:00096Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 490 West Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West School
Public - PK to 4
Saxe Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
New Canaan High School
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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