George Cress of Real Broker Email: george@cress.co (dot co) Call/Text: 212-203-5251
Ridgefield, CT / SOLD
74 Lakeview DriveRidgefield, CT 06877
The buyer could have saved $2,625 in brokerage fees*
When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.
See how the commission rebate works ↗*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.
Sale Price$525,000ClosedNovember 29, 2022
Open house
Our Take
74 Lakeview Drive in Ridgefield has seasonal lake views through a sweeping bank of windows and from the yard, with dedicated open-space land adjacent to the property and hiking access toward Fox Hill Lake. Inside, the open floor plan joins the kitchen/dining area and living room, with hardwood flooring, granite and Corian countertops, and a wood-burning fireplace. The primary bedroom includes a vaulted ceiling, skylights, a double-sink vanity, and jacuzzi tub. A lower-level area can serve as an office, playroom, or third bedroom, with an adjacent full bath. Deeded Fox Hill Lake Association rights are available, with optional dues.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170522796- Bedrooms
- 2
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 0 half
- Square feet
- 1,300
- Year built
- 1951
- Acres
- 0.4
- Property taxes
- $6,533
July 2022-June 2023
What stands out
- Seasonal lake views through sweeping windows
- Adjacent open space with hiking access to Fox Hill Lake
- Native perennial gardens and multi-tiered deck
- Open kitchen, dining, and living arrangement
- Granite and Corian kitchen countertops
- Wood-burning fireplace and hardwood flooring
- Primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling and skylights
- Lower-level space with adjacent full bath
Read the full listing description
Enjoy year 'round living at this little piece of heaven. The home will delight you from the moment you approach the property. Seasonal lake views abound from inside with the sweeping bank of windows and from the yard. Adjacent to the property is dedicated open space land from where you can hike down to Fox Hill Lake. Native perrennial gardens, beautiful stone outcroppings and a multi tiered deck are just a few of the many exterior features. Step inside and you will find an open floor plan consisting of the kitchen/dining area and living room. The area offers hardwood flooring, a lovely kitchen with granite and corian counter tops along with a handsome wood burning fireplace. The primary bedroom has a vaulted ceiling with skylights, good closet space and a full bath complete with skylights, a double sinked vanity and jacuzzi tub. The second bedroom on the main floor features hardwood flooring, recessed lighting and a charming dutch door. The lower level offers the ability to have an in-home office, playroom or third bedroom. A full bath is adjacent to this dedicated space. This home offers deeded rights to the Fox Hill Lake Association, dues are optional, for additional information go to: www.foxhillake.com The location of this home places you within major commute routes, shopping and restaurants in downtown Ridgefield or nearby Danbury. New septic just installed, well pump and tank 2.5 years old. HIGHEST AND BEST TO BE SUBMITTED BY 5PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 17.
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Not provided
- High
- Ridgefield
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $525,000 | |
| Original list price | $485,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
Interested in a property like this?
Cress can help you understand the market and find currently available homes.
*Estimate: $525,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $2,625. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Jane Scarbrough
SmartMLS · Listing #170522796 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 11:42 AM EDT.
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Cress commentary is separate from the MLS listing description. Contact Cress about a correction.
For personal, noncommercial use to identify properties you may be interested in purchasing.