140 Franklin Street Ext, Danbury, CT 06811
FOR SALE19.4 ACRES

140 Franklin Street Ext
Danbury, CT 06811

      $900,000

      Est. Mortgage $6,045/mo*
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      Local Information

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      Description

      Natural Retreat in Danbury CT - A unique, wooded 19+ acre retreat, showcasing a pond, within an urban setting and offering unique opportunity to build a family retreat or subdivision, Located in Fairfield County this is an opportunity to embrace the peace and quiet of the rural landscape. With 19.4 rustic acres, this secluded six-parcel property includes a six-acre pond, rolling hills, wooded fields and natural rock outcroppings. The property abuts Franklin Street Extension and one parcel on Farimont Drive. Situated across from a private golf course, 1 mile to I-84 and approximately 75 minutes to New York City, this idyllic property is rural in feel, but convenient for travelers. Ready for a residential estate escape or available for a cluster housing development. Danbury has one of the lowest tax rates in the Northeast. Composite map available of the 6 parcels. Unique 19.4 acres in Danbury, showcasing a 6 acre pond. The property includes 6 parcels and is located across from Ridgewood Country Club and a parcel on Fairmount Drive. The property is treed and has some natural rock outcroppings. The location is within 1 mile of Interstate 84 and less than 90 minutes to New York City. Multiple opportunities to create a country estate, or subdivision. Merson's Pond was the source of ice for the Danbury Community before refrigerators, where the ice was harvested and cut to fit into refrigerators next door at the ice house.

      Home Highlights

      Parking
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      Outdoor
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      A/C
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      HOA
      None
      Price/Sqft
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      Listed
      180+ days ago

      Home Details for 140 Franklin Street Ext

      Interior Features

      Appliances & Utilities
      Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Available, Cable Available, None/Unknown
      Gas & Electric
      Has Electric on Property
      View
      Has a ViewView: Water, Golf Course

      Exterior Features

      Frontage
      WaterfrontWaterfront: WaterfrontRoad Frontage: Municipal StreetOn Waterfront
      Water & Sewer
      Sewer: None
      Farm & Range
      Frontage Length: 1200

      Days on Market

      Days on Market: 180+

      Property Information

      Property Type / Style
      Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
      Building
      Not a New Construction
      Property Information
      Parcel Number: 71947

      Price & Status

      Price
      List Price: $900,000
      Status Change & Dates
      Possession Timing: Negotiable

      Active Status

      MLS Status: Active

      Media

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      Location

      Direction & Address
      City: DanburyCommunity: Middle River
      School Information
      Elementary School: Per Board of EdJr High / Middle School: Per Board of EdHigh School: Per Board of Ed

      Agent Information

      Listing Agent
      Listing ID: 170570083

      Community

      Community Features: Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground, Private School(s), Shopping/Mall

      HOA

      No HOA

      Lot Information

      Lot Area: 19.4 Acres

      Miscellaneous

      Mls Number: 170570083Water ViewWater View: Water

      Additional Information

      HOA Amenities: None
      Last check for updates: 1 day ago
      Listing courtesy of Mark J. Nolan
      Nolan Realty LLC
      Source: Smart MLS, MLS#170570083

      Price History for 140 Franklin Street Ext

      DatePriceEventSource
      05/15/2023$900,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170570083
      10/01/2022ListingRemovedSmart MLS #170497048
      06/03/2022$2,250,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170497048
      01/01/2022ListingRemovedSmart MLS #170353290
      12/28/2021$2,500,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170353290
      01/14/2021ListingRemovedSmart MLS
      12/31/2020$4,750,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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      Mark J. Nolan, Nolan Realty LLC
      IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
      The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
      140 Franklin Street Ext, Danbury, CT 06811 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Smart MLS on May 15, 2023. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 170570083.