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Under Contract · For Sale
$879,000

871 Ridgefield Road, Wilton, Connecticut 06897

3 beds 2 baths 1,706 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1830

About this home

On the market for the first time in 60 years, this quintessential Connecticut antique awaits its next chapter. Built in 1830 and nestled along scenic Ridgefield Road, this historic gem sits on 2.20 breathtaking, park-like acres. Nature lovers will adore the magnificent gardens, lovingly established years ago by the former owner and her Garden Club friends. Inside, the main house features 7 rooms all oozing with period charm, character, and warmth. Rare wide-plank hardwood floors, exposed beams, classic fireplaces, and custom built-ins showcase the unmatched craftsmanship of a bygone era. The layout includes 3 cozy bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bath, offering a unique opportunity to preserve history while adding modern touches. Complete with a separate 800 sq ft legal accessory structure on site, this magical estate offers endless potential in a top-rated school district. Don't miss this rare piece of Wilton history!

Status
Under Contract
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$879,000
Beds
3
Baths
2
Interior
1,706 sq ft
Lot
2.2 ac
Year Built
1830
MLS #
24179319
ZIP
06897
Days on Market
7
Heat
Oil · Hot Air
Water
Private Well
Sewer
Septic
Parking
Detached Garage (1-car)
Laundry
Lower Level

Flood risk: check the FEMA flood map for this address.

Schools

Elementary
Miller-Driscoll
Intermediate
Cider Mill
Middle / Jr High
Middlebrook
High School
Wilton

Taxes

Property tax
$14,796 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$606,130

Interior

Appliances
Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Basement
Partial
Attic
Walk-In
Fireplaces
2
Total rooms
7

Building & Exterior

Style
Colonial, Antique
Roof
Wood Shingle
Siding
Shingle, Wood
Exterior features
Garden Area, Guest House, Stone Wall
Foundation
Stone
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
R-2
Lot
Level Lot

Public record

From the Wilton assessor's public property record. These figures describe the property as the town has it on file and can differ from the listing — a finished basement or an addition may not be reflected in the assessor's living area.

Year built1830
Living area1,706 sq ft
Total rooms7
Lot size2.2 acres
Stories3
HeatForced Air
ExteriorClapboard
Assessed value$606,130
Town appraisal$865,900
Last recorded sale2012
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. — Lynne Murphy · (203) 762-8331

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