New Canaan, CT / SOLD

142 Rocky Brook RoadNew Canaan, CT 06840

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 40% 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$1,825,000ClosedJuly 24, 2024

Our Take

142 Rocky Brook Road is a 1964 New Canaan home set on 2.31 acres, with four bedrooms, two full baths, and two half baths. Its interior includes a foyer, living room with wood-burning fireplace, library with wet bar and built-ins, eat-in kitchen, dining room, sitting room, office, and family room. The grounds feature professional landscaping, manicured gardens, stone walls, and a salt-water pool. A lower-level playroom and primary suite are also part of the home.

142 Rocky Brook Road — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $18,250 on brokerage fees*

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

See how the commission rebate works ↗

*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 40% 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 #24010608
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
2 full / 2 half
Square feet
4,609
Year built
1964
Acres
2.31
Property taxes
$14,773

July 2023-June 2024

What stands out

  • Professional landscaping, gardens, and stone walls
  • Living room with wood-burning fireplace
  • Library with wet bar and built-ins
  • Eat-in kitchen overlooking gardens and pool
  • Formal dining room, sitting room, and office
  • Primary suite with double window
  • Three additional second-floor bedrooms
  • Lower-level playroom for gatherings
Read the full listing description

Enter the private driveway to an inviting CT home--welcome to 142 Rocky Brook Road. With professional landscaping, manicured gardens and beautifully-built stone walls, this serene property is truly special. Built to last forever, this 4-bedroom home has been in the same family for 35 years. The home and property have been meticulously maintained with custom renovations and updates. Off the spacious foyer is the living room, with a wood-burning fireplace, which leads to a handsome library with a wet bar and built-ins. The heart of the home is a sun-filled and wonderful eat-in kitchen that overlooks the beautiful gardens, stone walls and salt-water pool. Adjacent to the kitchen is a formal dining room, a welcoming sitting room, an office and a spacious family room to relax and enjoy. The elegant primary bedroom suite has a double window that lets in the daylight. Three additional bedrooms complete the second floor. The lower level play room is a fun and inviting gathering place for family and friends. A true gem and a very special opportunity!

Schools

Elementary
East
Middle
Saxe Middle
High
New Canaan

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

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$1,825,000
Original list price$1,798,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $1,825,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $18,250. 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 Brown Harris Stevens

PJ Taylor

SmartMLS · Listing #24010608 · Closed

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