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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
628 Valley RoadNew Canaan, CT 06840
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Sale Price$1,529,000ClosedDecember 8, 2021
Open house
Our Take
628 Valley Road is a 1938 custom home on 2.55 acres with six bedrooms, four full baths, and two half baths. Its country French character is paired with a contemporary flow, skylights, bay windows, and an open floor plan. The first-floor master suite includes a private patio and family room, while a separate right wing provides two bedrooms, a full bath, and an office or sitting room. The kitchen includes high-end appliances, a center island, breakfast nook, skylights, and balcony access.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170439064- Bedrooms
- 6
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 2 half
- Square feet
- 6,059
- Year built
- 1938
- Acres
- 2.55
- Property taxes
- $16,161
July 2021-June 2022
What stands out
- Hilltop setting with four-season views
- Country French style with contemporary flow
- Skylights and bay windows bring natural light
- First-floor master suite with private patio
- Two-bedroom suite with office or sitting room
- Separate entrance for potential in-law suite
- Renovated kitchen with center island and balcony access
- Outdoor space for private gatherings
Read the full listing description
A rare hilltop "retreat" in New Canaan, minutes to schools, library, town center, train & YMCA. This Custom Home offers warmth & Spaciousness. A delightful blend of country French Sophistication with a contemporary flow. Skylights, large size bay windows and an open floor plan bring in four seasons and natural light throughout. Brand new Master Bedroom suite on the first floor has a private patio and a large family room. The right wing is a large 2 bedroom suite with a full bath and an office/sitting room. It could be an incredible in-law suite w/separate entrance. The newly renovated kitchen w/high end appliances, center island, skylights, eat in b'fast nook & sliding doors to the balcony is perfect for entertaining. The house is generous in size with high ceilings, plenty of outdoor space for private parties with a beautiful view for all seasons.
Schools
- Elementary
- East
- Middle
- Saxe Middle
- High
- New Canaan
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,529,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,699,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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Closest recorded sales
Sold 08/28/25
$3,850,0006 beds · 8.5 ba · 12,071 sqft · Sold637 Valley Road, New Canaan, CT 06840William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Sold 02/27/25
$2,260,0006 beds · 4 ba · 4,572 sqft · Sold73 Turner Hill Road, New Canaan, CT 06840Brown Harris Stevens
Sold 02/27/23
$1,999,0005 beds · 5 ba · 5,798 sqft · Sold578 Valley Road, New Canaan, CT 06840William Raveis Real Estate
Sold 04/17/24
$2,261,0003 beds · 2.5 ba · 4,676 sqft · Sold60 Deer Park Road, New Canaan, CT 06840Corcoran Centric Realty
Sold 08/04/24
$3,150,0005 beds · 6.5 ba · 8,332 sqft · Sold71 Hickok Road, New Canaan, CT 06840William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
*Estimate: $1,529,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $15,290. 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 William Raveis Real Estate
Emma Zhang
SmartMLS · Listing #170439064 · Closed
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