Spectacular country estate, owned by the notable Landsberger family for almost 70 years, set back on 12.96 stunning acres in premier SW location, w/opportunity to subdivide 2 building lots (see attached proposed subdivision map). This extraordinary compound is a car collector's dream w/room for 20+ cars: main house w/2 car tandem drive through garage; impressive 40' x 82' stone carriage house built in 2003 w/5 bays & capacity for 10+ cars; plus 4 bay double garage w/room for another 8 cars. In addition to the multiple garages, this vast property includes the elegant 1940 cape w/3,241 sf, 3 BR & 3/1 baths; 1,170 sf legal rental apartment on 2nd floor of carriage house offering 2 BR, full bath, EIK, great room, & more; huge in-ground pool w/pool shed; plus picturesque stone walls, patios, plus other garden sheds/coops. Enter the sprawling cape through the impressive great room w/vltd ceiling, paneled walls, striking wood floors, carved marble fplc surround, & Juliet balcony w/hand carved balustrades. In addition to the spacious primary suite w/updated art/deco bath, the main floor offers a private office; library w/built-ins; formal DR w/beamed & vltd ceiling, skylights, & sliders to the patio; updated kitchen w/gas range, plus sunny breakfast room overlooking the pool. Walk up to the vltd bonus loft w/skylights & sink, ideal for artist studio, or back stairway to 2 more BR w/full & half baths. Borders Casey Preserve, yet just 12 miles to Katonah station & 55 miles to Midtown! His hard work and the love of the land made it possible for the estate to stay in the Landsberger family for almost 70 years.
Sold for $1,800,000 on 07/21/23
$1,800,000
54 Ketcham Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
3beds
3,241sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
12.96 Acres Lot
$2,020,200 Zestimate®
$555/sqft
$7,293 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,020,200
$1.76M - $2.36M
$7,293/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 21, 2023 at 11:39am
Listed by:
Laura Ancona 203-733-7053,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531,
Jay Contessa 203-461-3880,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Laura Ancona, RES.0770587
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Jay Contessa
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170567240
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 27
Bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Den
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Skylight, Sliders, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Dining room
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13.5
Great room
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 425 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 25
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 17
Library
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Loft
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 186.45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 16.5
Office
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 15.5
Rec play room
- Features: Dry Bar, Fireplace
- Level: Lower
- Area: 610.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 37
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- In-Law Floorplan
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,241
- Total interior livable area: 3,241 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,644
- Finished area below ground: 597
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 20
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 20
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Concrete
- Fencing: Stone
Lot
- Size: 12.96 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Borders Open Space, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 275808
- Zoning: RAA
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ridgefield
- Subdivision: West Mountain
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2023 | Sold | $1,800,000-5%$555/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170567240 | ||
| 5/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000$585/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170567240 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,513 -50% | $639,380 -51.9% |
| 2024 | $34,996 +2.1% | $1,328,110 |
| 2023 | $34,279 +34.7% | $1,328,110 +48.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06877
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Scotland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10Ridgefield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 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.
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