Privately set at the end of a long drive and elevated to capture tranquil reservoir views, this more than 5,500 square foot Colonial offers a rare sense of serenity and scale. Designed to embrace its natural surroundings, the home features beautifully proportioned interiors and oversized windows that bathe each space in light. The grand living room with fireplace opens seamlessly to a screened porch, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor experience ideal for quiet mornings or relaxed entertaining. A spacious eat-in kitchen with SubZero, Wolf and Miele appliances, huge center island, and skylight connects to the inviting family room with fireplace. The second level offers a refined primary suite along with five additional bedrooms, including ensuite and Jack-and-Jill configurations. Surrounded by professionally landscaped grounds, with a tennis court and charming gazebo, the property offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from town.
Under contract
$2,795,000
197 Bowery Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
6beds
5,549sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
4.69 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$504/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 50 days |
- 1,500 |
- 66 |
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Listed by:
John E. Dunn (203)388-5353,
Compass Connecticut, LLC 203-442-6626
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24166472
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Full Bath, Steam/Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor, Marble Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight, Granite Counters, Dining Area, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Slate Floor
- Level: Main
Rec play room
- Features: Built-in Features, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Heated,Garage Access,Partially Finished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,549
- Total interior livable area: 5,549 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,939
- Finished area below ground: 610
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pond
Lot
- Size: 4.69 Acres
- Features: Wetlands, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 185006
- Zoning: 4AC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Oenoke Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $504/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,563,380
- Annual tax amount: $26,093
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Pending sale | $2,795,000$504/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24166472 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,795,000+139.9%$504/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24166472 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2019 | Sold | $1,165,000-27.1%$210/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170177911 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2018 | Listing removed | $1,599,000$288/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bedford New York Office #4808921 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2018 | Price change | $1,599,000-5.9%$288/sqft |
Source: Northern Westchester / Putnam #4640843 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2017 | Price change | $1,699,000-2.9%$306/sqft |
Source: Northern Westchester / Putnam #4640843 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$315/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Partner #4640843 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2017 | Listing removed | $7,500$1/sqft |
Source: Northern Westchester / Putnam #4725250 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2017 | Price change | $7,500-11.8%$1/sqft |
Source: Northern Westchester / Putnam #4725250 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2017 | Listed for rent | $8,500$2/sqft |
Source: Northern Westchester / Putnam #99187786 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,093 +3.4% | $1,563,380 |
| 2024 | $25,233 +6.2% | $1,563,380 +24.7% |
| 2023 | $23,754 +3.1% | $1,254,190 |
| 2022 | $23,039 +1.2% | $1,254,190 |
| 2021 | $22,776 | $1,254,190 |
| 2020 | $22,776 -0.4% | $1,254,190 |
| 2019 | $22,876 -17.1% | $1,254,190 -23% |
| 2018 | $27,608 +1.7% | $1,627,850 |
| 2017 | $27,136 +2.2% | $1,627,850 |
| 2016 | $26,550 +2% | $1,627,850 |
| 2015 | $26,029 +9.7% | $1,627,850 +6.6% |
| 2014 | $23,737 -17.1% | $1,527,470 -22.2% |
| 2013 | $28,640 +3.6% | $1,963,000 |
| 2012 | $27,639 +1.7% | $1,963,000 |
| 2011 | $27,188 +2% | $1,963,000 |
| 2010 | $26,658 +1.7% | $1,963,000 |
| 2009 | $26,206 +17.8% | $1,963,000 +33.4% |
| 2008 | $22,242 +4% | $1,471,000 |
| 2007 | $21,388 +3.6% | $1,471,000 |
| 2006 | $20,653 +4.9% | $1,471,000 |
| 2005 | $19,697 +5.8% | $1,471,000 |
| 2004 | $18,623 +12.1% | $1,471,000 +23.8% |
| 2003 | $16,618 +26.3% | $1,187,830 +88.5% |
| 2001 | $13,154 +1.9% | $630,000 0% |
| 2000 | $12,903 +5% | $630,040 |
| 1999 | $12,286 | $630,040 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10West SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.7 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West
- Middle: Saxe Middle
- High: New Canaan
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- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- New Canaan
- 06840
- 197 Bowery Road
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