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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
727 Smith Ridge RoadNew Canaan, CT 06840
The buyer could have saved at least$109,425 in 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 closed price, the base estimate is $109,425.
See how the commission rebate works ↗*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. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.
Sale Price$7,295,000ClosedJuly 8, 2025
Open house
Our Take
727 Smith Ridge Road is a stone-and-shingle-style residence set behind a gated entry on approximately 4.5 professionally landscaped acres. The recently redone home has a chef’s kitchen with double islands and high-end appliances beside a family room with a massive stone fireplace, along with seven ensuite bedrooms, a library, sunroom, playrooms, billiards room, media room, and gym. Outside, French doors open to a bluestone terrace with fireplace, grilling station, dining and sitting areas, plus a pool, spa, and perennial gardens.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24086792- Bedrooms
- 7
- BathroomsBaths
- 9 full / 2 half
- Square feet
- 11,897
- Year built
- 2005
- Acres
- 4.55
- Property taxes
- $68,054
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- Gated entry and professionally landscaped acreage
- Chef’s kitchen with double islands
- Family room with a massive stone fireplace
- Seven large ensuite bedrooms
- Library, sunroom, and two playrooms
- Billiards room, media room, and gym
- Bluestone terrace with fireplace and grilling station
- Pool and spa beside perennial gardens
Read the full listing description
Timeless, magical and serene, this exceptionally elegant and beautifully appointed country estate is perfection! Driving through the gated entry, you are immediately struck by the harmonious beauty of the 4.5 professionally landscaped acres and gracious stone and shingle style residence with handsome architectural details. With amazing natural light and exquisite millwork, each well proportioned room leads to warm and inviting spaces for casual living, working or entertaining. Recently redone and in pristine condition, highlights include: front to back entrance, chef's kitchen with double islands, dining area and high end appliances adjacent to a magnificent family room with massive stone fireplace, 7 large ensuite bedrooms, library, sunroom, 2 playrooms, billiards room, media room, gym, balconies, dramatic lighting fixtures, 7 indoor and 2 outdoor fireplaces and more... French doors open to an expansive bluestone terrace with fireplace, grilling station, dining and sitting areas, a gorgeous pool and spa and breathtaking perennial gardens. Make this your forever home to love and cherish and build special memories with family and friends!
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 | $7,295,000 | |
| Original list price | $7,295,000 | |
| Closed price | $6,900,000 | |
| Original list price | $7,195,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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Nearby sold homes
Closest recorded sales
Sold 11/30/23
$1,800,1005 beds · 4.5 ba · 6,492 sqft · Sold770 Smith Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT 06840Compass Connecticut, LLC
Sold 10/29/25
$1,575,0004 beds · 4 ba · 4,436 sqft · Sold232 Sleepy Hollow Road, New Canaan, CT 06840Coldwell Banker Realty
Sold 01/31/22
$1,825,0006 beds · 4.5 ba · 4,265 sqft · Sold639 Smith Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT 06840William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Sold 08/14/22
$2,075,0005 beds · 5 ba · 5,090 sqft · Sold538 Laurel Road, New Canaan, CT 06840Houlihan Lawrence
Sold 08/16/26
$3,000,0004 beds · 4.5 ba · 3,396 sqft · Sold428 Laurel Road, New Canaan, CT 06840Houlihan Lawrence
*Base estimate: $7,295,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 60% rebate = $109,425. 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 or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by Brown Harris Stevens
Mary Higgins
SmartMLS · Listing #24086792 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 10:03 AM EDT.
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