Pride of ownership abounds in this totally updated, sun-filled home, on a quiet cul de sac in the picturesque Rainbow Lake community. Optional membership (apprx. $200/year) to the Rainbow Lake Assoc. includes use of the beach, kayaks, canoes, fishing, and a multitude of social events. This charming ranch offers crown moldings, gleaming hardwood floors, and a modern open floor plan. The spacious living room with inviting fireplace is wide open to the sparkling updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, white recessed panel cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, quartz counters, bright dining area, & sliders to the adj. covered deck for outdoor enjoyment. The main floor also features 2 bedrooms with hardwood floors and updated hall bath with decorative tile floor, granite topped vanity, and walk-in shower. This expansive home offers plenty of room to spread out. A 23'x23', 2 car garage was added in 2009 with storage loft above. This room also makes an ideal studio or bonus space. The partially finished lower level offers a large family room, third bedroom option, second full bath, separate laundry room, and direct access to the 2 car attached garage. So many updates (see full list in additional public remarks) including central air, conversion to propane heat, on demand hot water, additional insulation, new roof and septic (2009), plus more. Idyllic location, walk to Rainbow Lake, quick drive to downtown Ridgefield for shopping/restaurants, and just 62 miles to Midtown. Highlights/Improvements per Owner: 2005 - Water softner; 2005 - 200 Amp electric service panel; 2006 - Side deck replaced with Trex; 2006 - Lower level carpet, paint updated bath; 2007 - All windows and slider to deck; 2009 - Roof 3 layers stripped (plywood replaced in some areas) new shingles; 2009 - New Septic tank and all fields; 2009 - New pergola and roof panels installed over side deck; 2009 - Garage addition / above bonus/storage area; 2009 - Driveway paved; 2010 - On demand water heater; 2012 - Garage insulation; 2013 - Central AC / Gas furnace; 2013 - Exterior generator outlet added to interior Electric panel; 2013 - Leaf Filter on gutters; 2014 - Attic insulation blown in; 2015 - Exterior painted; 2016 - Kitchen w/ quartz countertops and all new appliances; 2016 - Trex front Porch and railings installed; 2016 - Wood floors refinished (except primary bedroom); 2016 - Front Porch new Trex with railing; 2020 - Canine electric dog fence; 2023 - Upstairs bathroom updated; 2025 - New refrigerator and dishwasher; 2026 - Engineered hardwood flooring installed in bonus room
Coming soon 04/09
$699,000
1 Rainbow Drive, Ridgefield, CT 06877
3beds
1,898sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.25 Acres Lot
$565,600 Zestimate®
$368/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 1 day |
- 1,120 |
- 64 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 13 hours ago
Listed by:
Laura Ancona (203)733-7053,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24164797
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 148.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13.5
Family room
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 22.5
Kitchen
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Breakfast Bar, Quartz Counters, Dining Area, Sliders
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 25
Loft
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Engineered Wood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 22.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Garage Access,Partially Finished
- Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,898
- Total interior livable area: 1,898 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,176
- Finished area below ground: 722
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Association Optional
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 277034
- Zoning: RA
- Other equipment: Generator Ready
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ridgefield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $368/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $267,470
- Annual tax amount: $7,326
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
Estimated market value
$565,600
$532,000 - $600,000
$3,399/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2005 | Sold | $365,000$192/sqft |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,326 +3.9% | $267,470 |
| 2024 | $7,048 +2.1% | $267,470 |
| 2023 | $6,903 -1.5% | $267,470 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $7,011 +0.8% | $246,600 |
| 2021 | $6,957 +0.3% | $246,600 |
| 2020 | $6,934 | $246,600 |
| 2019 | $6,934 +1.2% | $246,600 |
| 2018 | $6,851 +6.2% | $246,600 +4% |
| 2017 | $6,449 +11.4% | $237,010 +9.2% |
| 2016 | $5,791 +3.3% | $216,990 +0.6% |
| 2015 | $5,608 | $215,600 |
| 2014 | $5,608 +4.7% | $215,600 -18% |
| 2012 | $5,356 -1.2% | $262,960 |
| 2011 | $5,420 +1% | $262,960 |
| 2010 | $5,364 +14.5% | $262,960 +12.2% |
| 2009 | $4,686 +0.5% | $234,280 |
| 2008 | $4,665 +10.7% | $234,280 +38.2% |
| 2007 | $4,215 +2.6% | $169,480 |
| 2006 | $4,107 +3.6% | $169,480 |
| 2005 | $3,966 +6.3% | $169,480 |
| 2004 | $3,732 +6% | $169,480 |
| 2003 | $3,520 +17% | $169,480 +43.6% |
| 2001 | $3,008 +9.6% | $118,000 -0.1% |
| 2000 | $2,745 +8% | $118,070 |
| 1997 | $2,541 | $118,070 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,498/mo
Principal & interest
$3514
Property taxes
$984
More affordability tools
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Lake East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ridgebury Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 10/10Ridgefield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ridgebury
- 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.
Local experts in 06877
- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- Ridgefield
- 06877
- Lake East
- 1 Rainbow Drive







