New Canaan, CT / 7 DAYS ON MARKET

38 Gerrish LaneNew Canaan, CT 06840

Asking price$3,895,000Active

Our Take

38 Gerrish Lane is a 1948 Colonial on 1.54 acres with five bedrooms, five full baths, and one half bath. Mature plantings and gardens surround the residence, while the first floor centers on an open family room and kitchen. French doors connect the family and living rooms with the grounds. The home also includes a first-floor bedroom with a full bath, a primary suite with separate baths and a balcony, a garage studio with a full bath and kitchenette, and a separate cottage.

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At a glance

Active · MLS #24197589
Bedrooms
5
BathroomsBaths
5 full / 1 half
Square feet
5,374
Year built
1948
Acres
1.54
Property taxes
$29,790

July 2026-June 2027

What stands out

  • Landscaped 1.5-acre setting
  • Mature plantings and distinctive gardens
  • Open family room and kitchen
  • French doors connecting rooms to the grounds
  • First-floor bedroom with full bath
  • Primary suite with separate baths and balcony
  • Garage studio with full bath and kitchenette
  • Separate cottage with living room and kitchen
Read the full listing description

Set on 1.5 beautifully landscaped acres along coveted Gerrish Lane, this 1948 Colonial compound pairs timeless architecture with thoughtful updates and an effortless connection between indoors and out. Mature plantings and distinctive gardens surround the residence, creating a rare sense of privacy and tranquility just minutes from town. Generous living spaces and refined details define the home throughout. The first floor offers a gracious and versatile layout, with an open family room and kitchen at the heart of the home. French doors connect the family room and living room to the surrounding grounds, creating an easy flow between indoor and outdoor living. A formal dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining, while a step down library offers a more intimate retreat. A first floor bedroom with full bath can serve as an alternate primary suite or home office. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring separate baths, walk-in closets, and a balcony overlooking the lawn and gardens. Above the garage, a studio with full bath and kitchenette offers flexibility as an au pair suite, playroom, office, or guest quarters. A separate 1,146 square foot cottage includes a living room, bedroom, full kitchen, and 1.5 baths, ideal for guests, extended family, or a private workspace. A charming storage shed completes the property. 38 Gerrish Lane offers a rare balance of pastoral serenity and modern day ease in one of New Canaan's

Schools

Elementary
South
Middle
Saxe Middle
High
New Canaan

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38 Gerrish Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840

Price history

DateEventPrice
Originally listed$3,895,000

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*Estimate: $3,895,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $48,688. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered compensation.

Listed by Compass Connecticut, LLC · (203) 442-6626

Christine Saxe

SmartMLS · Listing #24197589 · Active

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