New Canaan, CT / SOLD

243 South AvenueNew Canaan, CT 06840

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Sale Price$4,200,000ClosedSeptember 17, 2023

Our Take

243 South Avenue in New Canaan is a 2007 home with five bedrooms and six full and one half bathrooms. Four finished levels are accessible by elevator, with a main-level kitchen featuring Calcutta marble, a teak island, dual ovens, and a warming drawer. The family room opens to a patio, while the dining room has a commissioned hand-painted Italian mural. The primary suite includes a 2022-renovated spa bathroom with steam shower, and the lower level adds a gym, wine cava, media room, and full bath.

243 South Avenue — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $52,500 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 #170576869
Bedrooms
5
BathroomsBaths
6 full / 1 half
Square feet
6,424
Year built
2007
Acres
0.32
Property taxes
$35,526

July 2023-June 2024

What stands out

  • Four finished levels with elevator access
  • Eat-in kitchen with Calcutta marble and teak island
  • Butler’s pantry with second dishwasher
  • Family room with coffered ceiling and patio doors
  • Dining room with hand-painted Italian mural
  • Primary suite with 2022 spa-bath renovation
  • Lower level with gym, wine cava, media room, and full bath
Read the full listing description

The unmatched quality of renowned, award-winning builder, Kaali-Nagy is magnified in this special, in-town gem. If you are a lover of the fine and meticulous, you will appreciate every inch of the exquisite traditional details seamlessly embracing the modern touches. Nothing has been overlooked in these 4 floors of finished living space, each accessible by elevator. The heart of this home is the spectacular Eat-in Kitchen with Calcutta Marble, teak island, dual ovens, steam and electric, warming drawer, 6 burner gas cooktop, and 2 under-counter freezer drawers. A Second Dishwasher is in Butler's Pantry. The Family Room exudes casual living with elegant flair boasting one of 4 fireplaces, built-ins, gorgeous coffered ceiling and French Doors to patio. Dining Room features serene, one-of-a-kind commissioned hand-painted Italian mural by Stepanenko. Living Room has classic charm with its incredible millwork, built-in shelves, gleaming hardwood, and fireplace. Library is equally warm as it is functional with its many built-ins and floor-to-ceiling Walnut panel, French Door to patio. The second level features 4 ensuite bedrooms and a Primary Suite with captivating woodwork, desk area, fireplace, newly renovated Spa Bathroom with steam shower (2022). Fully equipped laundry room and ample storage on all 4 floors. Third level adds 5th bedroom, bath and loft area. Lower level will surely impress with gym, 1500 bottle Wine Cava, Media Room with fireplace, fridge and full bath.

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
Middle
Per Board of Ed
High
New Canaan

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Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$4,200,000
Original list price$4,395,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $4,200,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $52,500. 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

Mary Bozzuti Higgins

SmartMLS · Listing #170576869 · Closed

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