32 days on market
Under Contract

1 Rainbow Drive, Ridgefield CT 06877

Current Price: $699,000

3 beds 2 baths 1898 sq. ft

Last Update: 5/18/2026

Property Type: Single Family For Sale

Public Remarks

Pride of ownership abounds in this totally updated, sun-filled home, on a quiet cul de sac in the picturesque Rainbow Lake community. Optional membership (apprx. $200/year) to the Rainbow Lake Assoc. includes use of the beach, kayaks, canoes, fishing, and a multitude of social events. This charming ranch offers crown moldings, gleaming hardwood floors, and a modern open floor plan. The spacious living room with inviting fireplace is wide open to the sparkling updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, white recessed panel cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, quartz counters, bright dining area, & sliders to the adj. covered deck for outdoor enjoyment. The main floor also features 2 bedrooms with hardwood floors and updated hall bath with decorative tile floor, granite topped vanity, and walk-in shower. This expansive home offers plenty of room to spread out. A 23x23, 2 car garage was added in 2009 with storage loft above. This room also makes an ideal studio or bonus space. The partially finished lower level offers a large family room, third bedroom option, second full bath, separate laundry room, and direct access to the 2 car attached garage. So many updates (see full list in additional public remarks) including central air, conversion to propane heat, on demand hot water, additional insulation, new roof and septic (2009), plus more. Idyllic location, walk to Rainbow Lake, quick drive to downtown Ridgefield for shopping/restaurants, and just 62 miles to Midtown.

Highlights/Improvements per Owner: 2005 - Water softner; 2005 - 200 Amp electric service panel; 2006 - Side deck replaced with Trex; 2006 - Lower level carpet, paint updated bath; 2007 - All windows and slider to deck; 2009 - Roof 3 layers stripped (plywood replaced in some areas) new shingles; 2009 - New Septic tank and all fields; 2009 - New pergola and roof panels installed over side deck; 2009 - Garage addition / above bonus/storage area; 2009 - Driveway paved; 2010 - On demand water heater; 2012 - Garage insulation; 2013 - Central AC / Gas furnace; 2013 - Exterior generator outlet added to interior Electric panel; 2013 - Leaf Filter on gutters; 2014 - Attic insulation blown in; 2015 - Exterior painted; 2016 - Kitchen w/ quartz countertops and all new appliances; 2016 - Trex front Porch and railings installed; 2016 - Wood floors refinished (except primary bedroom); 2016 - Front Porch new Trex with railing; 2020 - Canine electric dog fence; 2023 - Upstairs bathroom updated; 2025 - New refrigerator and dishwasher; 2026 - Engineered hardwood flooring installed in bonus room

Map to Property at 1 Rainbow Drive, Ridgefield CT 06877


Bennetts Farm to Cross Hill Road to #1 Rainbow Drive on left

Residential Property Information for 1 Rainbow Drive, Ridgefield CT 06877

MLS #: 24164797

Style: Ranch

Color:

Total Rooms:

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

Acres: 0.25

Year Built: 1971 (Public Records)

New Construction: No/Resale

Home Warranty Offered:

Property Tax: $7,326

Zoning: RA

Mil Rate:

Assessed Value: $267,470 

Potential Short Sale:

Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 1176; below grade sq feet total is 722; total sq ft is 1898

Features
Appliances Incl.: Oven/Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer
Laundry Location & Info: Lower Level 
Fireplaces: 1
Energy Features: Generator Ready
Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
Energy Features: Generator Ready
Basement Desc.: Full,Storage,Garage Access,Partially Finished
Exterior Siding: Shingle,Cedar
Exterior Features: Porch,Deck,Gutters,Lighting,Patio
Foundation: Concrete
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Parking Spaces: 2
Garage/Parking Type: Attached Garage
Swimming Pool: 0
Waterfront Feat.: Walk to Water,Beach Rights,Association Optional
Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac
Occupied: Owner
Utility Information

Hot Water System

Heat Type:

Fueled By: Hot Air.

Cooling: Central Air

Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground

Water Service: Public Water Connected

Sewage System: Septic

School Information

Elementary: Ridgebury

Intermediate:

Middle: Scotts Ridge

High School: Ridgefield

Marketing History

Current List Price: $699,000

Original List Price: $699,000

DOM: 32

Listing Date: 4/6/2026

Last Updated: 5/11/2026 2:41:56 PM

Expected Active Date: 4/9/2026

Listing Agent and Broker

List Agent Name: Laura Ancona

List Office Name: William Pitt Sothebys Intl