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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
609 Carter StreetNew Canaan, CT 06840
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Sale Price$1,695,000ClosedMarch 16, 2023
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Our Take
609 Carter Street is a Dutch Colonial in New Canaan’s Hoyt Farm neighborhood, with a custom kitchen featuring two islands, stainless-steel appliances, and an open breakfast area. An adjoining family room/office includes a wet bar and overlooks the level property with copper beech trees. The home also offers a living room fireplace, a primary suite with a jacuzzi tub, an unfinished lower level, and a backup generator. Renovations and expansions occurred in 1997/1998, with additional updates in 2016/2017.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170504671- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 5,786
- Year built
- 1978
- Acres
- 2
- Property taxes
- $18,212
July 2022-June 2023
What stands out
- Custom kitchen with two islands
- Open breakfast area for gatherings
- Family room/office with wet bar
- Living room fireplace and numerous windows
- Primary suite with jacuzzi tub
- Unfinished lower level for additional space
- Backup generator
- Renovations in 1997/1998; updates in 2016/2017
Read the full listing description
Spacious 4/5 bedroom Dutch Colonial in move-in condition in popular Hoyt Farm neighborhood convenient to everything. Major renovation and expansions in 1997/1998 with additional updates in 2016/2017. There is a huge custom designed kitchen with two islands, stainless-steel appliances and a large open breakfast area that provides a warm gathering place for family and friends. There is an adjoining family room / office with a wet bar that overlooks the spectacular level property with magnificent copper beech trees. The oversized living room has a fireplace and lots of windows, there is also a large bonus room and a 5th bedroom/ game room also just off the kitchen. The second level has 3 more generous bedrooms plus a spacious Primary Suite with double sink, shower and a jacuzzi tub. The 1563 square foot lower level is just waiting to be finished that would give you additional space. The home also has a back-up generator.
Schools
- Elementary
- East
- Middle
- Saxe Middle
- High
- New Canaan
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,695,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,750,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,695,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $16,950. 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
Robbie Blosio
SmartMLS · Listing #170504671 · Closed
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