Imagine waking to sunrise over the water, sipping coffee on your private deck, and spending lazy afternoons kayaking, swimming, or lounging on your private dock. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod-style lakefront home makes that dream a reality. Lovingly maintained by one family for 35 years, this home offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort. The updated kitchen features marble countertops, a Viking gas range, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. The living and dining area's wall of sliders frames breathtaking lake views and opens to an expansive screened porch. Multi-level decking leads to the water's edge, where endless summer fun awaits-canoe, paddleboard, kayak, fish, or swim right from your backyard. The main level includes a guest bedroom and an updated full bath. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with vaulted ceilings, a spa bath, walls of windows, and a private deck for morning coffee or stargazing. Modern conveniences include central air, a Generac generator, and a storage shed. An additional lot across the street provides privacy, and residents have access to two association beaches. Move-in ready and waiting for you. Don't miss this lakefront treasure, located on beautiful Rainbow Lake.
Sold for $875,000
$875,000
159 Mountain Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
3beds
1,644sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.29 Acres Lot
$875,300 Zestimate®
$532/sqft
$4,358 Estimated rent
Home value
$875,300
$797,000 - $963,000
$4,358/mo
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Private dockCentral airPrivate deckExpansive screened porchGuest bedroomWalls of windowsBreathtaking lake views
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Listed by:
Jay Contessa (203)461-3880,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531
Bought with:
Jay Contessa, RES.0816734
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24160946
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Dressing Room, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Bookcases, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dressing Room, Full Bath, Stall Shower, Whirlpool Tub
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Bookcases, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Subzero, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,644
- Total interior livable area: 1,644 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,644
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: On Street, Driveway, Private, Asphalt
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Borders Open Space
Details
- Parcel number: 276859
- Zoning: RA
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Lake
Location
- Region: Ridgefield
- Subdivision: North Ridgefield
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $875,000+9.6%$532/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24160946 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $798,000$485/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24160946 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $798,000-13.7%$485/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24160946 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listing removed | $925,000$563/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101471 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $925,000+156.9%$563/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101471 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/1989 | Sold | $360,000$219/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,146 +3.9% | $370,440 |
| 2024 | $9,761 +2.1% | $370,440 |
| 2023 | $9,561 +7% | $370,440 +17.8% |
| 2022 | $8,938 +0.8% | $314,380 |
| 2021 | $8,869 +0.3% | $314,380 |
| 2020 | $8,840 | $314,380 |
| 2019 | $8,840 +1.2% | $314,380 |
| 2018 | $8,733 +10.9% | $314,380 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $7,878 +2% | $289,510 |
| 2016 | $7,727 +2.6% | $289,510 |
| 2015 | $7,530 | $289,510 |
| 2014 | $7,530 -11.9% | $289,510 -31% |
| 2012 | $8,551 -1.2% | $419,760 |
| 2011 | $8,651 +1% | $419,760 |
| 2010 | $8,563 +2% | $419,760 |
| 2009 | $8,395 +0.5% | $419,760 |
| 2008 | $8,357 +16% | $419,760 +44.9% |
| 2007 | $7,205 | $289,700 |
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Neighborhood: Lake East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ridgebury Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 10/10Ridgefield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ridgebury
- 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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- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- Ridgefield
- 06877
- Lake East
- 159 Mountain Road