BELLE HILL FARM. Reminiscent of the great country estates of Normandy. Long drive through manicured grounds to circle surrounding a majestic Sargent's Weeping Hemlock. Absolutely breathtaking grounds with specimen trees & manicured gardens. Impressive Brick & Stucco European Manor, circa 1942. Spectacular restoration & addition using the finest materials. Rooms of perfect proportion with incredible detailing. Meticulously appointed living space. Formal rooms for entertaining. Chef's Kitchen. Incredible Primary Suite. 4 additional Bedrooms. Gym & 2 Home Offices. Pool, Spa & beautiful Pool House. 3 Stall Barn, paddocks & riding trail access. Garden and Greenhouse. Nearly 9 acs including Caretaker's Cottage on separate parcel, #168. Backs up to the protected Greenwich Land Trust. Remarkable!
Sold for $8,500,000
$8,500,000
170 John St, Greenwich, CT 06831
5beds
8,744sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
8.96 Acres Lot
$8,976,100 Zestimate®
$972/sqft
$8,161 Estimated rent
Home value
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$8.08M - $9.96M
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Incredible primary suiteHome officesSpectacular restorationBreathtaking groundsManicured groundsSpecimen treesManicured gardens
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Listed by:
Daniel H Ginnel 914-216-2600,
Ginnel Real Estate
Bought with:
OUT-OF-TOWN BROKER
FOREIGN LISTING
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc.,MLS#: 122778
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Kitchen Island, Central Vacuum
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,744
- Total interior livable area: 8,744 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Has private pool: Yes
Lot
- Size: 8.96 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Pool House
- Parcel number: 101725
- Zoning: RA-C4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: European Style
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Greenwich
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2025 | Sold | $8,500,000-2.9%$972/sqft |
Source:  Greenwich MLS, Inc. #122778 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Pending sale | $8,750,000$1,001/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24094735 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $8,750,000$1,001/sqft |
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc. #122778 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $35,877 +2.8% | $2,979,830 |
| 2024 | $34,894 +2.8% | $2,979,830 |
| 2023 | $33,940 +1% | $2,979,830 |
| 2022 | $33,612 -10.8% | $2,979,830 -8.4% |
| 2021 | $37,691 | $3,251,990 |
| 2020 | $37,691 -0.8% | $3,251,990 |
| 2019 | $37,983 +2.7% | $3,251,990 |
| 2018 | $36,975 | $3,251,990 |
| 2017 | $36,975 +1.4% | $3,251,990 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $36,452 +2.7% | $3,234,420 |
| 2014 | $35,482 +2.7% | $3,234,420 |
| 2013 | $34,544 -2.9% | $3,234,420 |
| 2012 | $35,579 +8.8% | $3,234,420 |
| 2011 | $32,700 -11.2% | $3,234,420 -24.6% |
| 2010 | $36,843 +3.4% | $4,289,040 |
| 2009 | $35,642 +3.4% | $4,289,040 |
| 2008 | $34,484 +3.6% | $4,289,040 |
| 2007 | $33,283 +3.5% | $4,289,040 |
| 2006 | $32,168 -13.8% | $4,289,040 +32.3% |
| 2005 | $37,305 +3.5% | $3,241,070 |
| 2004 | $36,041 +4.8% | $3,241,070 +1.4% |
| 2003 | $34,377 +25.5% | $3,197,880 +118.4% |
| 2001 | $27,387 +62.8% | $1,464,540 +54.1% |
| 2000 | $16,824 -4.6% | $950,530 |
| 1999 | $17,632 | $950,530 |
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Neighborhood: 06831
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Parkway SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Western Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.3 mi
- 10/10Greenwich High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Parkway
- Middle: Western
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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