496 Brookside Road

Closed 8/14/18
Closed 8/14/18
Welcome to 496 Brookside Road!
Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,730,000
6 beds7,309 sqft
496 Brookside Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.1 acresLot Size
1941Year Built
$237/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Seller says bring all offers! If you are looking for value, this is a must see property! Now priced at only $240 per square foot! Don't miss the opportunity to own this well located 7,300 sf, 6 bedroom front porch colonial set on two gorgeous acres. There is a tennis/sport court, separate guest wing & potential pool & pool house site. Lovely architectural details & charming 1941 elements include a living room with fireplace, 12 ft beamed ceilings, sitting room with walls of glass and a large formal...Seller says bring all offers! If you are looking for value, this is a must see property! Now priced at only $240 per square foot! Don't miss the opportunity to own this well located 7,300 sf, 6 bedroom front porch colonial set on two gorgeous acres. There is a tennis/sport court, separate guest wing & potential pool & pool house site. Lovely architectural details & charming 1941 elements include a living room with fireplace, 12 ft beamed ceilings, sitting room with walls of glass and a large formal dining room with picture window. There are many terrific modern updates featuring a generously-sized bright & sunny eat-in kitchen with butler's pantry that opens to a spacious family room with fireplace & doors to the stone patio. The study has custom built-ins. Upstairs, the master suite features a large bath with whirlpool tub, built-ins and two walk-in closets. There is a great bonus room over the three-car garage. The new wing was designed with privacy in mind and offers a guest bedroom with soaring ceilings and an office/playroom, each with a full bath. The property has mature plantings and a large backyard with plenty of space for family fun. Walk up attic and large unfinished basement provide great storage and expansion opportunities. Convenient to town, Darien & New Canaan trains & Waveny Park.
  • Listed by: Jodi Gutierrez • Alliance R.E. Consultants
Listing closed: 08/14/2018 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170040605

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Property Information for 496 Brookside Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $30,679 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Lot Size: 2.10 AC / 91,476 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Park
  • Directions: Stephen Mather or White Oak Shade to Brookside
  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.117256
  • Longitude: -73.4727
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Park, Public Transportation
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: 2018.0
  • Property Tax: $30,679
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Porch, Shed, Tennis Court, Terrace
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Hot Water, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer
  • Room Count: 14
  • Rooms Total: 13
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Beams,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Skylight
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Dining Area,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Dressing Room,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
Room 15
  • Room Level: 2
Room 16
  • Room Level: 2
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Cream
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Rider
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 13550
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 7309
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 185786
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7309.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 7309.0
  • Zoning: 200
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 496 Brookside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 10, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #628614135

$1,730,000—
Aug 10, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1295325586

$1,730,000

-2.9% / yr

Aug 2, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #164911785

$2,550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/10/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #628614135

$1,730,000
08/10/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1295325586

$1,730,000

-2.9% / yr

08/02/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #164911785

$2,550,000

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

Public Records for 496 Brookside Road

Taxable ValueLand$700,000Additions$1,089,270Total$1,789,270
Tax Record2025$29,863 ($2,489 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt7,309 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,309 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,713 SqFtStories2Lot Size47,045 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1941Zoning2ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0036 B:054 L:00007

Schools near 496 Brookside Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South School
Public - K to 4
Saxe Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
New Canaan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
South School
PublicK 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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