871 Ridgefield Rd Wilton, CT, 06897

single family home
$ 879,000 For Sale Cont. To Show May 29, 2026
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,706 sq ft
  • 2.2 acres
  • 1830 year built
  • 1 car garage

About the 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!

Rooms & Interior

3 bedrooms beds
1 full + 1 half baths
1,706 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Primary Bedroom (Upper Level) Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Kitchen (Main Level)
  • Dining Room (Main Level) Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Living Room (Main Level) Beams, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Den (Main Level)
  • Bedroom (Upper Level)
  • Bedroom (Upper Level)
  • Other Rooms Mud room

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Heating: hot air
  • Heat fuel type: oil
  • Fuel tank: in basement

Cooling

  • None

Appliances

  • Electric range
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Attic

  • Walk-in

Basement

  • Partial

Laundry

  • Lower level

Exterior Features

  • Garden area
  • Guest house
  • Stone wall

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 1
  • Detached garage

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 2.2 acres
  • Level lot

Utilities

  • Water: private well
  • Sewage: septic

Near-by Amenities

  • Health club
  • Library
  • Medical facilities
  • Shopping/mall
  • Tennis courts

Construction Details

Style
colonial, antique

Construction year
1830

Exterior Siding
shingle, wood

Foundation
stone

Roof
wood shingle


Area & Town

This home is located in North Wilton neighborhood, in the town of Wilton.

Wilton Connecticut

Natural beauty, great community, best education

  • $1.33M med. price
  • 48 homes for sale

Finance & Listing Info

Status Cont. to show
Listing date May 29, 2026
List price $ 879,000
Current price $ 879,000
Tax amount $ 14,796
Tax year july 2025-june 2026
MLS ID #24179319
List Agent Lynne Murphy
List Office Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

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