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Last Sold Price
5 beds4,650 sqft
970 Ponus Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.21 acresLot Size
1975Year Built
$441/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Part Farmhouse, part Contemporary. The best of both worlds and Western sunset views! Fabulous west side opportunity with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2.21 acres with sunset views, 3-car garage and extra large bonus room with cathedral ceiling. New eat-in kitchen with quartz counters, island, and professional grade appliances, adjacent family and breakfast rooms, Formal dining and living room with fireplace and built-ins. Outside multiple french doors are stone terraces, a deck spanning the entire back...Part Farmhouse, part Contemporary. The best of both worlds and Western sunset views! Fabulous west side opportunity with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2.21 acres with sunset views, 3-car garage and extra large bonus room with cathedral ceiling. New eat-in kitchen with quartz counters, island, and professional grade appliances, adjacent family and breakfast rooms, Formal dining and living room with fireplace and built-ins. Outside multiple french doors are stone terraces, a deck spanning the entire back of house to enjoy the views of the seasons changing and the gorgeous sunsets. Master suite with balcony, cathedral ceiling, beams, spa bath and custom designed walk-in closet. Freshly painted interior and exterior, newly refinished hardwood floors and solar panels to offset energy costs.
  • Listed by: Jaime Sneddon • William Pitt Sothebys International Realty
Listing closed: 06/23/2023 12:00 AM • Source: NEWCANAAN, MLS#: 146800

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,635,000

Avg days on market

31

Sale-to-list ratio

100.7%

New Canaan, CT

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Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sothebys International Realty, Jaime Sneddon

Sold By Non-Member, Non Non

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Property Information for 970 Ponus Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $17,337 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Exterior: Clapboard, Stone
  • School: West
  • Swimming Pool: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Lot Size: 2.21 AC / 96,267 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Absolute Longitude: 74
  • Buyer Zip Code: 10580
  • Directions: Wahackme to Ponus
  • Equipment Included: Cable TV Conn, Washer, Self Clean Oven, Security System, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Ceiling Fan
  • Miles To Station: 2.00
  • Negotiate: LB
  • Station: NC
Parking
  • Garage: Attached
  • Garage: # Openers: 3
  • Garage: Garage Stalls: 3
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2022
Property
Lot Information
  • Parcel Id: NCAN-000026-000013-000057
  • Zoning: 2AC
Property and Assessments
  • Amenities: Deck, Whirlpool Tub, Rear Stairs, Terrace, Shed, Generator
  • Assessment: $943,740
  • Exclusions: Contact LB
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Group Id: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Water: Well
  • Property Type: A
  • Real Estate Owned: No
Utilities
  • Fuel: Gas
  • Oil Tank: None
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Heater: Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Porch: Open
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Air Conditioning: Central
  • Attic: Pulldown, Walkup
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone
  • Heat Zone: 6+
  • Heating: FHA, Radiant
  • Walls: Dry Wall
  • Windows: Screens, Thermal
  • Rooms: 12
Room 1
  • Room Type: Entry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 13.8
  • Width: 8.1
  • Dimensions: 13.8 x 8.1
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 111.78
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 15.1
  • Width: 21.8
  • Dimensions: 15.1 x 21.8
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 329.18
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 14.2
  • Width: 12.1
  • Dimensions: 14.2 x 12.1
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 171.82
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 13.4
  • Width: 25.11
  • Dimensions: 13.4 x 25.11
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 336.47
Room 5
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 17.11
  • Width: 18.2
  • Dimensions: 17.11 x 18.2
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 311.4
Room 6
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 28.1
  • Width: 6.5
  • Dimensions: 28.1 x 6.5
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 182.65
Room 7
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 16.2
  • Width: 14.1
  • Dimensions: 16.2 x 14.1
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 228.42
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.6
  • Width: 12.0
  • Dimensions: 13.6 x 12
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 163.2
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.6
  • Width: 10.5
  • Dimensions: 13.6 x 10.5
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 142.8
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 12.5
  • Width: 20.0
  • Dimensions: 12.5 x 20
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 250.0
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.5
  • Width: 10.7
  • Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.7
  • Level: 3
  • Area: 144.45
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Length: 25.0
  • Width: 31.2
  • Dimensions: 25 x 31.2
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 780.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Agent Interest: No
  • List Agent Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Agent Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • List Office Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Office Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • Listing Member Address: 26 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Member Fax: (203) 391-5710
  • Listing Member Short Id: 100763
  • Listing Office Address: 26 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Office Email: mriley@wpsir.com
  • Listing Office Fax: (203) 972-6123
  • Listing Office Phone: (203) 966-2633
  • Listing Office Short Id: 15
  • Selling Agency Id: 20100904210400654597000000
  • Selling Member Address: CT
  • Selling Member Short Id: 100016
  • Selling Office Address: CT
  • Selling Office Email: train.accounts@gmail.com
  • Selling Office Short Id: 49
  • ListingMemberName: Jaime Sneddon
  • ListingMemberPhone: (203) 219-3769
  • SellingMemberName: Non Non
  • SellingOfficeName: Non-Member

Property History for 970 Ponus Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 20, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514264299

$2,050,000

+1.4% / yr

Jun 4, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #332210739

$1,755,000

+8.8% / yr

May 1, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91050865

$490,000

+5.2% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514264299

$2,050,000

+1.4% / yr

06/04/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #332210739

$1,755,000

+8.8% / yr

05/01/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91050865

$490,000

+5.2% / yr

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

Public Records for 970 Ponus Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$862,400Additions$478,590Total$1,340,990
Tax Record2025$22,381 ($1,865 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,650 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,650 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt526 SqFtStories2Lot Size96,268 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975Year Renovated1975Zoning2ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0026 B:013 L:00057

Schools near 970 Ponus Ridge Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 9
Rating
School
Distance
West School
PublicPK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

New Canaan Country School
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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This home: 970 Ponus Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
$2,050,000
5
4,650
96,267
$1
3
6,215
92,347
$1
5
6,332
87,991
$2,650,000
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142,441
$1,920,000
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110,642

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