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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
279 Old Stamford RoadNew Canaan, CT 06840
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Sale Price$3,900,000ClosedJune 29, 2025
Open house
Our Take
279 Old Stamford Road is a five-bedroom New Canaan residence built in 2000 on 1.53 acres. Its interiors include formal living and dining rooms, a white custom kitchen with quartz countertops and new appliances, a family room with fireplace, an office, and a primary suite with fireplace, white marble bathroom, and walk-in dressing room. Outdoor features include a bluestone patio, hot tub, and pool with a waterfall and clear glass fencing. The lower level has a nine-seat theater, gym with dance floor, and three-car garage. Four fireplaces are noted throughout.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24087022- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 5,865
- Year built
- 2000
- Acres
- 1.53
- Property taxes
- $24,690
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- White custom kitchen with quartz countertops
- Bluestone patio and waterfall pool
- Primary suite with fireplace and marble bathroom
- Nine-seat home theater and dance-floor gym
- Three-car garage with storage lifts
- Glass-enclosed entry with formal rooms
- Four fireplaces throughout
- 20KW automatic generator
Read the full listing description
Nestled on a private cul-de-sac in a pristine neighborhood, this like-new renovated 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom residence offers polished luxury and modern convenience just steps from schools and Waveny Park. The parking courtyard leads to a glass enclosed entry with formal living and dining rooms at either end. The white custom kitchen with quartz countertops and new high- end appliances, has a light filled dining area overlooking the property. Walk out to a stunning bluestone patio with a hot tub and pool featuring a waterfall and clear glass fencing surrounded by green lawn-perfect for entertaining or unwinding. Adjacent to the kitchen are a family room with fireplace and large screen tv, and an office with wood paneled modern cabinets. Four fireplaces add warmth and elegance throughout. Retreat to the primary suite with a fireplace, white marble bathroom and an extra-large walk in dressing room. In the lower level enjoy a state-of-the-art 9-seat home movie theater, gym with a dance floor, and a 3-car garage with custom high-lift garage doors and two storage lifts. Cutting-edge technology includes a new touch-screen security system, touch info screens, wall-mounted LCD TVs, and in-ceiling speakers. Additional upgrades include a new driveway with a lighted basketball hoop, a 20KW automatic generator, new 5 zone HVAC systems, a natural gas boiler, and town gas and water. No need to wait for new construction. Time to live your best New Canaan life.
Schools
- Elementary
- South
- Middle
- Saxe Middle
- High
- New Canaan
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $3,900,000 | |
| Original list price | $3,750,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Leslie Razook
SmartMLS · Listing #24087022 · Closed
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