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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
86 Forest Street, Unit SNew Canaan, CT 06840
The buyer could have saved $15,550 in brokerage fees*
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Sale Price$1,555,000ClosedJuly 2, 2026
Open house
Our Take
86 Forest Street is a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence with an updated kitchen featuring Viking, Bosch, and Miele appliances, granite countertops, and a living room with a gas fireplace. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and marble bath, while the finished lower level has a private full bath and flexible use as a guest suite, media room, playroom, or office. Village shopping, cafes, restaurants, and the farmers market are walkable, and the property also includes a two-car garage with storage loft and easy access to the train station.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24155284- Bedrooms
- 3
- BathroomsBaths
- 3 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 1,914
- Year built
- 2002
- Acres
- Not provided
- Property taxes
- $8,907
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- Updated kitchen with Viking, Bosch, and Miele appliances
- Living room with a warm gas fireplace
- Primary suite with walk-in closet and marble bath
- Two guest bedrooms sharing an updated bath
- Finished lower level with private full bath
- Walkable access to village shopping and cafes
- Two-car garage with storage loft
- Easy access to New Canaan Train Station
Read the full listing description
Welcome to refined living in the heart of New Canaan. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers an exceptional blend of elegance, comfort, and convenience within one of Connecticut's most sought-after communities. Sunlight fills the inviting living room, where a warm gas fireplace creates the perfect setting for cozy autumn evenings and winter gatherings. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features top-of-the-line Viking, Bosch, and Miele appliances, complemented by granite countertops-ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Upstairs, two bright guest bedrooms share a beautifully updated bath, while the private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat complete with a generous walk-in closet and a stunning marble bath. The finished lower level, with its own full private bath, provides versatile space that can easily serve as a guest suite, media room, playroom, or home office-tailored to your lifestyle. One of this home's greatest luxuries is its exceptional walkability. Stroll to the village for boutique shopping, cozy cafes, and favorite local restaurants. Meet friends for dinner, browse the farmers market, or enjoy an evening ice cream-all just moments from your front door. Additional highlights include low monthly fees, a two-car garage with storage loft, and easy access to the New Canaan Train Station with convenient rail service to New York City. Experience the ease, charm, and sophistication of New Canaan living at its finest.
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- New Canaan
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,555,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,790,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,555,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $15,550. 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 Coldwell Banker Realty · (203) 438-9000
Jefferson Guthrie
SmartMLS · Listing #24155284 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 9:55 AM EDT.
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