New Canaan, CT / 83 DAYS ON MARKET

48 Driftway LaneNew Canaan, CT 06840

Asking price$6,500,000ActiveReduced $499,000 (7.1%) from original price · Price history ↓

Our Take

48 Driftway Lane is a 2017-built, five-bedroom home with five full and two half baths, set on 1.62 acres at the end of a West Side cul-de-sac in New Canaan. The house features a central foyer, a sunlit gathering space, a kitchen with a 10-foot quartzite waterfall island, and a two-story family room. Surrounded by nature, the property also includes outdoor living spaces, while glass railings, walls of windows, and architectural detailing define several interior areas.

Estimated buyer rebate

Buy with Cress and Save at least$97,500 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive. For purchases of $5 million and above, we rebate 60% or more of the buyer-agent commission we receive. Contact Cress for your tailored rebate. At this asking price, the base estimate is $97,500.

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*Base estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 60% rebate. Any rebate above 60% for a $5M+ purchase is determined with Cress. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received.

At a glance

Active · MLS #24186154
Bedrooms
5
BathroomsBaths
5 full / 2 half
Square feet
10,655
Year built
2017
Acres
1.62
Property taxes
$54,212

July 2026-June 2027

What stands out

  • End-of-cul-de-sac West Side setting
  • Landscaped 1.62-acre property surrounded by nature
  • Glass-railed statement staircase
  • Sunlit gathering space connecting kitchen and family room
  • Ten-foot quartzite waterfall island
  • Two-story family room with walls of windows
Read the full listing description

Hidden away at the end of a coveted West Side cul-de-sac, 48 Driftway Lane is a private estate tucked among the winding back roads of New Canaan. Perched atop 1.62 beautifully landscaped acres and surrounded by nature, the setting offers a rare sense of peace and privacy, yet remains just minutes from downtown New Canaan and approximately one hour from New York City. Newly constructed from the ground up in 2017 and offering over 10,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated living space, the home unfolds through a series of light-filled rooms where architectural detail, craftsmanship, and connection take center stage. A grand central foyer showcases a statement staircase framed by glass railings, creating a stunning focal point from the moment you enter. At the heart of the home, a sunlit gathering space serves as the natural connection point between the designer kitchen, soaring two-story family room, and outdoor living spaces beyond. Anchored by a stunning 10-foot quartzite waterfall island and matching custom quartzite hood, the kitchen balances beauty and function with Thermador appliances, Sub-Zero refrigeration and wine storage, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. The dramatic family room draws the eye upward with soaring ceilings, extensive architectural detailing, automated Lutron shades, and walls of windows that flood the space with natural light.

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
Middle
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High
Per Board of Ed

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48 Driftway Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840

Price history

DateEventPrice
Latest asking price$6,500,000
Originally listed$6,999,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Base estimate: $6,500,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 60% rebate = $97,500. For the $5M+ tier, we offer a 60% rebate or more; contact Cress to determine any additional rebate. 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 Coldwell Banker Realty · (860) 633-3661

Danielle Spada

SmartMLS · Listing #24186154 · Active

Listing data checked: Sep 17, 2026, 7:06 PM EDT.

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