78 Sherwood Road

Closed 12/3/19
Closed 12/3/19
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$633,500
4 beds5,187 sqft$122/sqft
78 Sherwood Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Single FamilyProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
1918Year Built
$122/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This home of grandeur and understated elegance is part of Ridgefield's rich history of landmark properties. As the former carriage house to the Seth Low Pierrepont Estate, it has been transformed into a splendid homestead meeting the highest construction and design standards of today. The sweeping open plan and walls of windows complement its linear design. Many improvements include: A state of the art kitchen with six-burner stove, double ovens and heated floor, stunning family room with vaulted...This home of grandeur and understated elegance is part of Ridgefield's rich history of landmark properties. As the former carriage house to the Seth Low Pierrepont Estate, it has been transformed into a splendid homestead meeting the highest construction and design standards of today. The sweeping open plan and walls of windows complement its linear design. Many improvements include: A state of the art kitchen with six-burner stove, double ovens and heated floor, stunning family room with vaulted ceiling, marble floor and french doors to outdoors; fabulous master suite with fireplace and dressing room; three additional over-sized bedrooms plus office are served by a beautifully updated bath. With a whole house generator, heated front walkway to melt snow & ice and 400 amp electrical service, the home brilliantly blends its historic roots with utmost modern amenities. Boasting Ridgefield's award winning schools and close to Town Center, trains and I-68/I-84, this is a special home not to be missed!
  • Listed by: Stephanie L Reardon 203.943.0565 sreardon@halstead.com • Halstead Real Estate
Listing closed: 12/03/2019 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170225775

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Median sold price

$765,000

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

99.7%

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Property Information for 78 Sherwood Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $15,479 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: None
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Colonial, Chateau
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Lot Size: 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: North Salem Road to Sherwood Road, house on right
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.327904
  • Longitude: -73.521996
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Pool, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $15,479
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Appliances, Electric Outlet(s), Lock(s), Thermostat(s)
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: UPPER LEVEL
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 8.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Breakfast Nook,Dining Area,Granite Counters,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Dry Bar,Fireplace,French Doors,Marble Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Dressing Room,Fireplace,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: stone
  • Construction Description: Stone
  • Driveway Type: Shared
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Stone
  • Foundation Type: Slab
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5187
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level Lot, Treed
  • Parcel Number: 274078
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5187.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5187.0
  • Zoning: RAA
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 78 Sherwood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #665030773

$633,500—
Dec 2, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1349122785

$633,500

+1.7% / yr

Jul 22, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #365241910

$570,000

+14.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #665030773

$633,500
12/02/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1349122785

$633,500

+1.7% / yr

07/22/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #365241910

$570,000

+14.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 78 Sherwood Road

Taxable ValueLand$189,000Additions$448,140Total$637,140
Tax Record2025$17,451 ($1,454 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt5,187 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,187 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918Year Renovated2002ZoningRAACountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNRIDG M:C08 B:0020

Schools near 78 Sherwood Road

This home is within Ridgefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Barlow Mountain Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Scotts Ridge Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ridgefield High School
Public - 9 to 12
District Program Res
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Barlow Mountain Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Scotts 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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