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. Move right in.
Sold for $2,050,000
$2,050,000
970 Ponus Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
5beds
4,650sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
2.21 Acres Lot
$2,735,400 Zestimate®
$441/sqft
$8,699 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,735,400
$2.49M - $3.04M
$8,699/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 23, 2023 at 10:25am
Listed by:
Jaime Sneddon 203-219-3769,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-966-2633,
Kendall Sneddon 203-561-5658,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Ardit Gjonaj, REB.0792273
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170559987
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), French Doors, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 228.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 16.2
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 163.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13.6
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 163.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13.6
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 12.5
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144.45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.7 x 13.5
Dining room
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 171.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 14.2
Family room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, French Doors
- Level: Main
- Area: 311.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 17.11
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Quartz Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 336.47 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.11 x 13.4
Living room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 329.18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21.8 x 15.1
Other
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 111.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.1 x 13.8
Rec play room
- Features: High Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 780 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31.2 x 25
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater, Solar Hot Water
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Walk-up,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,650
- Total interior livable area: 4,650 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,650
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony, Rain Gutters, Lighting
Lot
- Size: 2.21 Acres
- Features: Rear Lot, Sloped, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 183808
- Zoning: 2AC
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Park, Private School(s), Pool, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: New Canaan
- Subdivision: Ponus Ridge
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2023 | Sold | $2,050,000+2.8%$441/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170559987 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2023 | Contingent | $1,995,000$429/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170559987 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+13.7%$429/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170559987 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2012 | Sold | $1,755,000-7.4%$377/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98509005 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2011 | Price change | $1,895,000-5%$408/sqft |
Source: HALSTEAD PROPERTY Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,381 +3.4% | $1,340,990 |
| 2024 | $21,644 +21.1% | $1,340,990 +42.1% |
| 2023 | $17,874 +3.1% | $943,740 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10West SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West
- Middle: Saxe Middle
- High: New Canaan
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- New Canaan
- 06840
- 970 Ponus Ridge