985 James Farm Road

Closed 11/16/20
Closed 11/16/20
Stately Colonial remodeled in 2016
Last Sold Price
$780,000
4 beds6,338 sqft$123/sqft
985 James Farm Rd, Stratford, CT 06614

Description

Welcome home to this stunning custom built Colonial in the sought after Oronoque neighborhood. As you enter the home you will be greeted with a breath taking grand entry way and staircase. Fabulous floor plan w/ 6000 + sqft, 2 balconies, high ceilings, wainscoting, and sun drenched rooms! Main level boasts an inviting formal living room, home office, formal dinning room, vast family room, and sunroom off the kitchen that is used for everyday dining. The gourmet kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz...Welcome home to this stunning custom built Colonial in the sought after Oronoque neighborhood. As you enter the home you will be greeted with a breath taking grand entry way and staircase. Fabulous floor plan w/ 6000 + sqft, 2 balconies, high ceilings, wainscoting, and sun drenched rooms! Main level boasts an inviting formal living room, home office, formal dinning room, vast family room, and sunroom off the kitchen that is used for everyday dining. The gourmet kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and basket weaved marble tile on the back splash. Elegant master suite features a wood burning fireplace with artic white ledger stone, french doors leading to the balcony, generous sized master bath presenting a soaking tub, large shower with dual shower heads, and two walk in closets with one offering a sitting area and custom built ins. Two more bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms complete the second level. Third floor 4th bedroom/bonus room has the potential to be a fifth bedroom with a jack and jill bathroom in between the 4th & 5th bedroom. Endless possibilities with the heated lower level that can be turned into finished space with french doors leading to a patio. Over the two car attached garage you will also find unfinished space for a mother-in law apt. Enjoy 2.68 acres of your own private oasis with professionally landscaped grounds and plenty of space for a pool. This is truly a must see home!
LISTING CLOSED: 11/16/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Brandy N Hall • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203) 257-6994 C: (203) 685-9379 brandyhallhomes@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Julie Vanderblue • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203) 257-6994 C: (203) 257-6994 julie@vanderblue.com

Property Details for 985 James Farm Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
170321825
Days on Market
48
Taxes
$24,438 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1975
Lot Size
2.68 AC / 116,740 SF
County
Fairfield County
Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Heated, Cooled, Concrete Floor, Storage, Sump Pump
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Oronoque
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Listing Courtesy of Higgins Group Real Estate, Brandy N Hall; Higgins Group Real Estate, Julie Vanderblue

Sold By Higgins Group Real Estate, Brandy N Hall; Higgins Group Real Estate, Julie Vanderblue

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Building Information for 985 James Farm Road

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size2.68 AC / 116,740 SF

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Property Information for 985 James Farm Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Oronoque Rd to James Farm rd
  • Elementary School: Chapel Street
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Bunnell
  • Latitude: 41.250263
  • Longitude: -73.122165
  • Middle Jr High School: Flood
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Park
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $24,438
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Second level
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room
  • Room Count: 14
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Double-Sink,Dressing Room,Remodeled,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Full Bath,Remodeled,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: On 3rd Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 38.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor,Pellet Stove,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor,Island,Remodeled,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 29.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,Dining Area,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Tan
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 12624
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Gable, Other
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Over Garage
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5650
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 371365
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5938.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 6338.0
  • Zoning: RS-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 985 James Farm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 13, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #684026344

$780,000

+31.3% / yr

Nov 16, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #560838867

$200,000

-8.1% / yr

Apr 1, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #307665357

$296,100

+1.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/13/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #684026344

$780,000

+31.3% / yr

11/16/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #560838867

$200,000

-8.1% / yr

04/01/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #307665357

$296,100

+1.6% / yr

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

Public Records for 985 James Farm Road

Taxable ValueLand$95,410Additions$521,080Total$616,490
Tax Record2025$24,783 ($2,065 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,650 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,650 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,802 SqFtStories3Lot Size116,741 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975Year Renovated1996ZoningRS-1CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNSTRA M:50-20 B:1 L:3

Schools near 985 James Farm Road

This home is within Stratford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chapel School
Public - K to 6
Harry B. Flood Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Bunnell High School
Public - 9 to 12
Middle School Sails
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Chapel School
PublicK to 6

Harry B. Flood Middle School
Public7 to 8

Bunnell High School
Public9 to 12

Middle School Sails
Public7 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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