78 West Cross Road

Closed 10/10/19
Closed 10/10/19
Front of House
Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,000,000
4 beds3,171 sqft
78 W Cross Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.23 acresLot Size
1952Year Built
$315/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This pristine storybook Colonial situated on a beautifully landscaped private acre with expansive bluestone terrace. Completely updated from top to bottom (2006) 4 Bedroom 3.5 bath home with potential in-law suite or separate entrance home office (Built in 2010), partially finished basement and attached 2 car garage. Large eat in kitchen with Stainless steel appliances, large center island with granite countertops. Over an acre of level park-like property, in a great family friendly neighborhood....This pristine storybook Colonial situated on a beautifully landscaped private acre with expansive bluestone terrace. Completely updated from top to bottom (2006) 4 Bedroom 3.5 bath home with potential in-law suite or separate entrance home office (Built in 2010), partially finished basement and attached 2 car garage. Large eat in kitchen with Stainless steel appliances, large center island with granite countertops. Over an acre of level park-like property, in a great family friendly neighborhood. West School was awarded the Blue Ribbon Distinction (one of only four schools statewide in 2018) based on the combination of overall academic excellence and high levels of student achievement. Part of the property is in Stamford....so you will get New Canaan Schools plus access to Stamford Amenities - best of both worlds. Great commuter location, close to train and highway. This home is a must see! Available for rent also - 6 month rental available.
  • Listed by: Tara M Travers 203.559.9220 tmtravers@yahoo.com • BHGRE Shore & Country
Listing closed: 10/10/2019 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170228497

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Avg days on market

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Property Information for 78 West Cross Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $12,644 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Size: 1.23 AC / 53,578 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: North On Ponus to West Cross Road.
  • Elementary School: West
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.114506
  • Longitude: -73.51277
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Public Pool, Public Transportation, Walk to Bus Lines
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $12,644
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Patio, Porch-Wrap Around, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Island,Pantry,Remodeled
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Vaulted Ceiling,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Green
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Other
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 7029
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3171
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, N/A
  • Parcel Number: 188972
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3171.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3171.0
  • Zoning: 300
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 78 West Cross Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #655123264

$1,000,000—
Oct 8, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1338835076

$1,000,000—
Oct 8, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #655123187

$1,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #655123264

$1,000,000
10/08/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1338835076

$1,000,000
10/08/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #655123187

$1,000,000

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

Public Records for 78 West Cross Road

Taxable ValueLand$23,420Additions-Total$23,420
Tax Record2025$545 ($45 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size12,197 SqFtStyleResidentialZoningRA1CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNSTAM M:000 B:1616

Schools near 78 West Cross 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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