63 High Ridge Avenue

Closed 12/31/13
Closed 12/31/13
Ridgefield's Finest Address!
Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,872,500
7 beds8,718 sqft

63 High Ridge Ave, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Single FamilyProperty Type
3.4 acresLot Size
1890Year Built
$329/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Significant price reduction." High Ridge Manor" is Ridgefield's Finest Address. Architectural treasure beautifully sited on 3.4 magnificent acres, originally built as the grand summer cottage for publishing magnate E. P. Dutton, c.1890. Meticulously preserved, one of Fairfield County's finest Queen Anne style residences. 3 story, 14 room residence features pool, pool house, tennis court. Exceptional detailing includes extensive white oak /mahogany hand tooled millwork, 9 stunning fireplaces, built-in...Significant price reduction." High Ridge Manor" is Ridgefield's Finest Address. Architectural treasure beautifully sited on 3.4 magnificent acres, originally built as the grand summer cottage for publishing magnate E. P. Dutton, c.1890. Meticulously preserved, one of Fairfield County's finest Queen Anne style residences. 3 story, 14 room residence features pool, pool house, tennis court. Exceptional detailing includes extensive white oak /mahogany hand tooled millwork, 9 stunning fireplaces, built-in window seats, exquisite Tiffany windows, 10 Ft. ceilings, special custom finished coffered ceilings, and many original details that cannot be duplicated today. Featured on NBC's Open House NYC. Potential Building Lot - unbelievable opportunity!
Listing closed: 12/31/2013 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 99032936
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Property Information for 63 High Ridge Avenue

Property Details

  • Taxes: $56,182 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Storage, Unfinished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Neighborhood: Village Center
  • Style: Victorian
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Paved, Unpaved
  • Swimming Pool: Yes

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lot Size: 3.40 AC / 148,104 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: Main St. To King Ln. To Left On High Ridge #63 On Right
  • Elementary School: Veterans Park
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Latitude: 41.274708
  • Longitude: -73.502914
  • Middle Jr High School: East Ridge
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • HOA Fee Amount: 0
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: 2012.0
  • Property Tax: $56,182

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Cabana, Hot Tub, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Tennis Court
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Level
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 13
  • Rooms Total: 14
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Width: 27.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Width: 27.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 16
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 17
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 18.5
Room 18
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 18.5
Room 19
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 34.0
Room 20
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 34.0

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Yellow
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Cedar, Shake
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Fence - Wood
  • Parcel Number: 278746
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 8718.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 8718.0
  • Zoning: RA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Unknown
  • 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 63 High Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 13, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #392522817

$2,872,500

+1.8% / yr

Jan 29, 1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91152689

$2,150,000

+6.4% / yr

May 3, 1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91156550

$1,600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/13/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #392522817

$2,872,500

+1.8% / yr

01/29/1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91152689

$2,150,000

+6.4% / yr

05/03/1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91156550

$1,600,000

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

Public records

63 High Ridge Avenue

Beds

0

Lot Size

148,104 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Zoning

RA

County

WESTERN CONNECTICUT

APN

RIDG M:E16 B:0038

Schools near 63 High Ridge 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

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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