79 Rilling Ridge

Closed 10/24/19
Closed 10/24/19
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,300,000
4 beds5,224 sqft$249/sqft
79 Rilling Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
2 acresLot Size
1976Year Built
$249/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Modern luxury is uniquely embodied in this 4/5 bedroom picture-perfect colonial set on two professionally landscaped acres. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac and only minutes to town, this home is complete with a state of the art gourmet kitchen with oversized quartzite island, custom inset cabinetry and top of the line appliances. This beautiful home boasts a large family room with a stone fireplace, an elegant living room and a separate home office with a fireplace. The expansive bonus room with...Modern luxury is uniquely embodied in this 4/5 bedroom picture-perfect colonial set on two professionally landscaped acres. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac and only minutes to town, this home is complete with a state of the art gourmet kitchen with oversized quartzite island, custom inset cabinetry and top of the line appliances. This beautiful home boasts a large family room with a stone fireplace, an elegant living room and a separate home office with a fireplace. The expansive bonus room with attached full bath located right off the kitchen can also be used as an au pair/in-law suite. The stairs lead you to an oversized master suite with a walk-in custom built closet as well as three additional bedrooms. The lower level completes this home with a finished basement perfect for a kids playroom or teen hangout space. Expansive lovely level front and back yard, an in-ground sprinkler system, new shed and a stunning stone patio with outdoor fireplace make this space perfect for entertaining and relaxing on a crisp fall evening. Located on one of the most desirable streets in Silvermine with neighborhood get-togethers and the opportunity to make life long friendships, if you are looking for a warm and inviting home, look no further, this is the home you have been waiting for.
Listing closed: 10/24/2019 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170228383

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,675,000

Avg days on market

40

Sale-to-list ratio

102.5%

New Canaan, CT

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870 Silvermine Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

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Property Information for 79 Rilling Ridge

Property Details
  • Taxes: $15,615 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Silvermine
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Lot Size: 2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Silvermine Road to Rilling Ridge
  • Elementary School: East
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.15585
  • Longitude: -73.4576
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Health Club, Library, Park, Private School(s), Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $15,615
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Audio System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Island,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 30.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 22.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 6368
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1588
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3636
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Cleared, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 187980
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3636.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5224.0
  • Zoning: 200
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 79 Rilling Ridge

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 19, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343129233

$1,083,000—
Nov 19, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343129233

$1,083,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343129233

$1,083,000
11/19/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343129233

$1,083,000

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

Public Records for 79 Rilling Ridge

Taxable ValueLand$660,450Additions$493,220Total$1,153,670
Tax Record2025$19,255 ($1,605 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,636 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,636 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,588 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976Year Renovated1976Zoning2ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0049 B:109 L:00154

Schools near 79 Rilling Ridge

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

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

Connecticut Friends School
PrivateK to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 79 Rilling Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
$1,300,000
4
5,224
87,120
81 Rilling Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
$2,295,000
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5,074
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803 Silvermine Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
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3,948
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87,120
80 Rilling Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
$855,000
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5,313
94,090
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