New Canaan, CT / SOLD

185 Charter Oak DriveNew Canaan, CT 06840

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 50% 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$3,550,000ClosedOctober 18, 2023

Our Take

185 Charter Oak Drive in New Canaan is a five-bedroom home built in 2001 and set on 2.12 acres. The thoughtfully renovated interior includes a two-story entry, wood-paneled study, gourmet kitchen with marble island, primary suite with fireplace and sitting room, and four additional bedrooms with ensuite or Jack-and-Jill baths. A finished third floor adds recreation, sewing, and art areas. Outdoors are a bluestone patio and outdoor kitchen, while the carriage house includes five-car parking, a lift, charging station, wine cellar, and mezzanine workspace.

185 Charter Oak Drive — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $44,375 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 50% 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.

At a glance

Closed · MLS #170580176
Bedrooms
5
BathroomsBaths
5 full / 2 half
Square feet
6,390
Year built
2001
Acres
2.12
Property taxes
$31,809

July 2023-June 2024

What stands out

  • Two-story entry and warm entertaining spaces
  • Wood-paneled study and marble-island kitchen
  • Primary suite with fireplace and sitting room
  • New spa-like bathroom with soaking tub
  • Four additional bedrooms with ensuite or Jack-and-Jill baths
  • Finished third floor with recreation and art areas
  • Bluestone patio with outdoor kitchen and fireplace
  • Carriage house with five-car parking, lift, and charging station
Read the full listing description

Embrace your future with all that this magnificent property has to offer .Combining architecture with modern technology! This enchanting setting hosts a five bedroom, five bath, thoughtfully renovated home. Sophisticated two story entry leads to warm entertaining spaces and common areas. Exquisite wood paneled study, chefs gourmet kitchen with enormous marble island and beautifully designed desk area that keeps even the busiest families organized. Arched valence window ,pantry ,living room dining room ,cozy family room, and two powder rooms round out this functionally yet sophisticated interior. Immersed in luxury ,the primary suite has a fireplace, and an elegant welcoming sitting room/dressing area . New spa-like bathroom with soaking tub. Four additional bedrooms all ensuite or Jack and Jill. Full finished third floor has recreation room ,sewing and art center with powder room. The exterior offers an expansive bluestone patio with outdoor kitchen and fireplace. Sweeping multi-directional views of lush landscaping blend seamlessly to a Carriage House that is more of a work of art than a garage. A state of the art ,one of a kind structure ,accommodates five cars with a lift and electric charging station. This magazine worthy two story structure built from reclaimed wood and Connecticut field stone is made to feel like old European charm. Subterranean parking space and wine cellar. Work from home in the mezzanine area which has slate shower and pebble stone flooring.

Schools

Elementary
South
Middle
Saxe Middle
High
New Canaan

Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$3,550,000
Original list price$4,695,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $3,550,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $44,375. 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 Houlihan Lawrence

Laura Edmonds

SmartMLS · Listing #170580176 · Closed

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