The Steinman Sanctuary - once in a lifetime sale of the late, great, Jim Steinman's beloved home in Ridgefield, CT where he lived for nearly 30 years & wrote some of the most recognizable songs in music history including "I'd Do Anything for Love", "Total Eclipse of the Heart", & Celine Dion's "It's All Coming Back to Me Now". When Jim passed in April of 2021, he left behind not only his extraordinary body of musical & theatrical works, but his exceptional custom built home and elaborate music studio with "minstrel gallery" balcony overlook, and "stairway to heaven". From the time Jim acquired the quaint country cottage originally located on the property, it became his personal sanctuary that served to inspire artistic creation & joyful entertaining. Jim commissioned prestigious New England architect, Rob Bramhall, to execute his dramatic vision, and spent over $6M in the construction alone. Jim took great pride in this home, which served as the backdrop to his life & work. Total 6,183 sf plus detached garage with finished loft. Extraordinary primary suite with lux bath and dressing room, plus dramatic 37.5' x 25' studio with second story balcony and private entrance, ideal for artist, recording studio, home office, etc. Picturesque scenic lane in premier southwest Ridgefield location, close to the NY border, Mountain Lakes Park with over 1,000 acres of trails, downtown Ridgefield with shops, restaurants, library, theaters, Aldrich Museum, and only 55 miles to Midtown.
Accepting backups
$1,495,000
22 Ketcham Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
2beds
6,183sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
1.56 Acres Lot
$1,393,400 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 171 days |
- 1,581 |
- 40 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 21, 2026 at 05:23pm
Listed by:
Laura Ancona (203)733-7053,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24124995
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Music Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Dressing Room, Full Bath, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 632.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 27.5
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 181.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 14.5
Den
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 218.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 17.5
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 11
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 203 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14.5
Great room
- Features: 2 Story Window(s), High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Interior Balcony, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 937.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 37.5
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Hardwood Floor, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 17.5
Library
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 24
Loft
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 667 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 29
Office
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13.5
Sun room
- Features: French Doors, Partial Bath, Stone Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,183
- Total interior livable area: 6,183 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,183
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 1.56 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 275968
- Zoning: RAA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: South Ridgefield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ridgefield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,129,100
- Annual tax amount: $30,926
- Date on market: 9/8/2025
Estimated market value
$1,393,400
$1.32M - $1.46M
$5,407/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2025 | Price change | $1,495,000-50.1%$242/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000-40.1%$484/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000,000$809/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,000,000+185.7%$809/sqft |
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| 8/23/2024 | Listing removed | $1,750,000$283/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $1,750,000-10.3%$283/sqft |
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| 3/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000-50.6%$315/sqft |
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| 2/29/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000$639/sqft |
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| 1/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/3/2023 | Price change | $3,950,000-13.3%$639/sqft |
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| 10/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,555,569$737/sqft |
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| 10/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,555,569-18%$737/sqft |
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| 3/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $5,555,569+1210.3%$899/sqft |
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| 4/7/1993 | Sold | $424,000+3.4%$69/sqft |
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| 9/25/1990 | Sold | $410,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,926 +3.9% | $1,129,100 |
| 2024 | $29,752 +2.1% | $1,129,100 |
| 2023 | $29,142 -7.5% | $1,129,100 +1.9% |
| 2022 | $31,500 +0.8% | $1,107,970 |
| 2021 | $31,256 +0.3% | $1,107,970 |
| 2020 | $31,156 | $1,107,970 |
| 2019 | $31,156 +1.2% | $1,107,970 |
| 2018 | $30,779 +13.9% | $1,107,970 +11.5% |
| 2017 | $27,029 +2% | $993,340 |
| 2016 | $26,512 +2.6% | $993,340 |
| 2015 | $25,837 | $993,340 |
| 2014 | $25,837 +39.4% | $993,340 +9.1% |
| 2012 | $18,540 -1.2% | $910,150 |
| 2011 | $18,758 +1% | $910,150 |
| 2010 | $18,567 +2% | $910,150 |
| 2009 | $18,203 +0.5% | $910,150 |
| 2008 | $18,121 -10.1% | $910,150 +12.2% |
| 2007 | $20,168 +2.6% | $810,950 |
| 2006 | $19,649 +3.5% | $810,950 |
| 2005 | $18,976 +6.3% | $810,950 |
| 2004 | $17,857 +6% | $810,950 |
| 2003 | $16,843 +74.7% | $810,950 +114.4% |
| 2001 | $9,640 +14.3% | $378,200 +4.2% |
| 2000 | $8,437 | $362,890 |
| 1997 | -- | $362,890 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$9,467/mo
Principal & interest
$7362
Property taxes
$2105
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06877
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Scotland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 10/10Ridgefield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scotland
- Middle: Scotts Ridge
- High: Ridgefield
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






