8 Rivers Ridge Road

Closed 6/15/17
Closed 6/15/17
Facing south overlooking the CT river and Long Island Sound.
Last Sold Price
$1,675,000
4 beds4,804 sqft$349/sqft
8 Rivers Ridge RdOld Saybrook, CT06475

Description

Rivers Ridge is an incomparable private waterfront enclave overlooking the CT river, with literally endless views extending to Long Island and beyond. This immaculate south-facing home is filled with light. Walls of windows afford a front row seat for eagle watching and views of summer's parade of ships passing to and from Long Island Sound. Thoughtfully designed, artfully constructed and impressively maintained; this is a multi-generational home with special spaces for everyone. The first floor...Rivers Ridge is an incomparable private waterfront enclave overlooking the CT river, with literally endless views extending to Long Island and beyond. This immaculate south-facing home is filled with light. Walls of windows afford a front row seat for eagle watching and views of summer's parade of ships passing to and from Long Island Sound. Thoughtfully designed, artfully constructed and impressively maintained; this is a multi-generational home with special spaces for everyone. The first floor master suite is just steps from the sunken hot tub on the spacious patio. An open floor plan offers fabulous flow from the kitchen/great room to the dining room and adjacent family room. A back staircase leads to an 18'x21' upstairs family room with kitchenette, 13'x21' bedroom and full bath. An ideal space for guests, in-laws or au pair. The balance of the second level is comprised of two 13'x17' bedrooms, another full bath, 13'x23' sitting area and 19'x22' office. The lower level offers a 30'x36' game room plus 14'x18' exercise room. Custom closet systems and abundant storage areas. Attached three-car garage with work space, plus a detached two-car garage. Just minutes from first-class restaurants, shops, Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, marinas, yacht clubs and beaches. A luxurious waterfront home in a magical shoreline location, and in perfect move-in ready condition!
LISTING CLOSED: 06/15/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Rick Weiner • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (860)-227-3191 C: (860)-227-3191 rweiner@wpsir.com

Property Details for 8 Rivers Ridge Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
N10206142
Days on Market
52
Taxes
$19,089 / year
HOA Fees
$68 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1998
Lot Size
1.80 AC / 78,408 SF
County
Middlesex County
Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Heated, Liveable Space, Partially Finished, Storage
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
5
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Rick Weiner

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Amy Kirst

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Building Information for 8 Rivers Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size1.80 AC / 78,408 SF

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Property Information for 8 Rivers Ridge Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Putting Green, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: Rt. 1 to River Street. Left on Ragged Rock Road to end past Whisper Cove Road.
  • Elementary School: Kathleen E. Goodwin
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Old Saybrook
  • Latitude: 41.304832
  • Longitude: -72.36249
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Grounds Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • HOA Fee Amount: 68
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: $19,089
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Porch-Heated, Hot Tub, Outside Storage Area, Patio, Storage Building, Terrace, Underground Utilities
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Frontage, River, L. I. Sound Frontage, View, Direct Waterfront
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Central Vacuum, Auto Garage Door Opener, Fire Suppression System, Open Floor Plan, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Laundry Room, Sitting Room
  • Room Count: 11
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Built-In Hutch,Eating Space,Gas Log Fireplace,Granite Counters,Great Room,Hardwood Floor,Island
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 22.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Pantry,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Length: 30.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 36.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5A350D1B91994AE053D501100AD991
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm,Formal,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hydro-Tub,Wall/Wall Carpet,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: DD5A350D1B91994AE053D501100AD991
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Palladian Window(s)
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 21.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Yellow
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Private
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Handicap Features: Hallways 36+ Inches Wide
  • Sq Ft Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Over Garage
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Lightly Wooded, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 2244982
  • Sq Ft Total: 4804.0
Utilities
  • Electric Amperage: 200
  • Energy Features: Passive Solar, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 8 Rivers Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 9, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #599106554

$1,675,000

+9.4% / yr

Oct 30, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92089187

$290,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/09/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #599106554

$1,675,000

+9.4% / yr

10/30/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92089187

$290,000

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

Public Records for 8 Rivers Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$550,200Additions$1,003,000Total$1,553,200
Tax Record2025$24,075 ($2,006 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,101 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,101 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,164 SqFtStories2Lot Size78,408 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998Year Renovated1998ZoningAA-2CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNOSAY M:053 B:032 L:6

Schools near 8 Rivers Ridge Road

This home is within Old Saybrook School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kathleen E. Goodwin School
Public - PK to 4
Old Saybrook Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Old Saybrook Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Children's Tree Montessori
Private - PK to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Kathleen E. Goodwin School
PublicPK to 4

Old Saybrook Middle School
Public5 to 8

Old Saybrook Senior High School
Public9 to 12

The Children's Tree Montessori
PrivatePK to 9

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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