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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
118 Benedict Hill RoadNew Canaan, CT 06840
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Sale Price$1,510,000ClosedJanuary 27, 2025
Open house
Our Take
118 Benedict Hill Road is a five-bedroom Colonial built in 1966 on 4.54 acres in a woodland setting. The home includes a three-season sun porch connected to a family room, upstairs bedrooms with hardwood floors and updated baths, and a finished lower level with new carpeting. Recent updates include fresh paint, a new boiler, and a new hot water tank. A possible first-floor in-law or au pair suite adds flexibility to the layout.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24053298- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,996
- Year built
- 1966
- Acres
- 4.54
- Property taxes
- $14,670
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- Five-bedroom Colonial on 4.5 acres
- Three-season sun porch opening to family room
- Fresh paint, new boiler, and hot water tank
- Upstairs bedrooms with hardwood floors
- Updated upstairs baths
- Finished lower level with new carpeting
- Possible first-floor in-law or au pair suite
Read the full listing description
Charming 5-BR Colonial is a perfect blend of space & comfort, set on 4.5 acres in a serene woodland oasis. You'll enjoy easy access to shops, restaurants & Metro North. Home has been meticulously maintained, featuring fresh paint, new boiler & hot water tank. With a possible in-law/au pair suite on the first floor, this layout is perfect for versatile living. The inviting three-season sun porch flows into a spacious family room, creating an ideal spot for relaxation. Upstairs, the generous bedrooms boast hardwood floors, ample closet space & updated baths. Finished Lower Level adds 724SF of heated living space, complete w/new carpeting, perfect for playtime, exercise or movie nights. Plus, you'll benefit from award-winning New Canaan schools. Don't miss out on this hidden gem.
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 | $1,510,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,495,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,510,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $15,100. 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 Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Jaime Sneddon
SmartMLS · Listing #24053298 · Closed
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