5 Lafayette Avenue

Closed 11/3/16
Closed 11/3/16
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$442,000
3 beds1,376 sqft$321/sqft
5 Lafayette Ave, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Single FamilyProperty Type
10,454 sq ftLot Size
1934Year Built
$321/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

It's love at first sight! Enchanting 1930's vintage Cape with all the charm of yesteryear enhanced with $$$$ of improvements! Sparkling white kitchen w/granite counter tops adjacent to sun drenched deck for outside dining! Features central air, upgraded electrical system, extensive landscaping, great new fenced in yard, added insulation, exterior completely repainted April 2014, town sewer/water, half bath converted into a full bath on main level, brand new roof & more. Ideally located within walking...It's love at first sight! Enchanting 1930's vintage Cape with all the charm of yesteryear enhanced with $$$$ of improvements! Sparkling white kitchen w/granite counter tops adjacent to sun drenched deck for outside dining! Features central air, upgraded electrical system, extensive landscaping, great new fenced in yard, added insulation, exterior completely repainted April 2014, town sewer/water, half bath converted into a full bath on main level, brand new roof & more. Ideally located within walking distance of shops & restaurants! Incredible curb appeal & level yard within a neighborhood for leisurely strolls make this a sought after home! Brimming with charm & character! Come take a peek at this rare opportunity! A treasure to behold!
  • Listed by: Rita Lopes 203.233.9775 rlopes3@aol.com • Weichert Madison and Post
Listing closed: 11/03/2016 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 99153754

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 5 Lafayette Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,223 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 0
  • Neighborhood: Village Center
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Parking Info: Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Lot Size: 0.24 AC / 10,454 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: Route 35 to Copps Hill Rd. Make the 1st. left onto Lafayette Ave. 3rd. house on the left.
  • Elementary School: Scotland
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.294605
  • Longitude: -73.496956
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: $8,223
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Room Count: 6
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5E542727672BD2E0531401100A6AF4
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Taupe
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exclusions: Washer and dryer
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1376
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Full
  • Parcel Number: 277632
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1376.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1376.0
  • Zoning: R-20
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
  • Total Unit Count: 0

Property History for 5 Lafayette Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 3, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #583147575

$442,000

-2.7% / yr

Aug 5, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #432568791

$470,000

+4.8% / yr

Mar 26, 2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #787245042

$383,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/03/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #583147575

$442,000

-2.7% / yr

08/05/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #432568791

$470,000

+4.8% / yr

03/26/2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #787245042

$383,000

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

Public Records for 5 Lafayette Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$183,750Additions$147,210Total$330,960
Tax Record2025$9,065 ($755 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,376 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,376 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt882 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,454 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1934Year Renovated2005ZoningR-20CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNRIDG M:E13 B:0142

Schools near 5 Lafayette Avenue

This home is within Ridgefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Veterans Park 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
Veterans Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

East Ridge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ridgefield High School
Public9 to 12

District Program Res
Public3 to 5

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5 Lafayette Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877
$442,000
3
1,376
10,454
7 Lafayette Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877
–
–
2
2,099
10,019
3 Lafayette Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877
$195,000
3
1,555
0
9 Lafayette Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877
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3
2
1,182
10,019
1 Lafayette Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877
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4.5
1,888
8,276
8 Lafayette Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877
$410,000
3
960
10,454

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