Located on prestigious Father Peter’s Lane, this 1936 colonial exudes charm and warmth with beautiful hardwood floors, extensive built-ins, and architectural details throughout. The welcoming light blue front door leads to a large living room with a fireplace and sliders to the backyard. Adjacent is the sun-filled dining room, eat-in kitchen and family room with vaulted ceiling and walls of windows. There is an in-law suite/office on the first floor with a full bath. Upstairs the primary suite overlooks the sprawling backyard and features many built-in closets, there are three additional bedrooms, an office and three full bathrooms. The property is truly stunning with nearly 5 flat park-like acres, specimen trees and professional landscaping and perennial gardens. Enjoy the sunset views from the back patio. Truly a special offering.
Sold for $1,950,000
$1,950,000
20 Father Peters Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840
5beds
3,553sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
4.89 Acres Lot
$2,604,100 Zestimate®
$549/sqft
$9,249 Estimated rent
Home value
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$2.37M - $2.86M
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Rwambuya 917-670-5053,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-966-3555
Bought with:
Nez Swanberg, RES.0667265
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170566772
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,553
- Total interior livable area: 3,553 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,553
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Private, Circular Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 4.89 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dry, Cleared, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 184919
- Zoning: 4AC
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Pool, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2023 | Sold | $1,950,000$549/sqft |
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| 5/26/2023 | Pending sale | $1,950,000$549/sqft |
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| 5/26/2023 | Contingent | $1,950,000$549/sqft |
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| 5/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+17.5%$549/sqft |
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| 4/1/2021 | Sold | $1,660,000-7.8%$467/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170297710 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2021 | Pending sale | $1,800,000$507/sqft |
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| 9/23/2020 | Price change | $1,800,000-47%$507/sqft |
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| 8/26/2020 | Price change | $3,395,000+88.6%$956/sqft |
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| 8/14/2020 | Pending sale | $1,800,000$507/sqft |
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| 5/21/2020 | Price change | $1,800,000-47%$507/sqft |
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| 5/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $3,395,000+70.2%$956/sqft |
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| 1/11/2019 | Listing removed | $1,995,000$561/sqft |
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| 5/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000$561/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,793 +3.4% | $1,305,780 |
| 2024 | $21,075 +20.3% | $1,305,780 +41.2% |
| 2023 | $17,512 +3.1% | $924,630 |
| 2022 | $16,985 +1.2% | $924,630 |
| 2021 | $16,791 | $924,630 |
| 2020 | $16,791 -0.4% | $924,630 |
| 2019 | $16,865 -17.5% | $924,630 -23.3% |
| 2018 | $20,435 +1.7% | $1,204,910 |
| 2017 | $20,086 +2.2% | $1,204,910 |
| 2016 | $19,652 +2% | $1,204,910 |
| 2015 | $19,267 +2.9% | $1,204,910 |
| 2014 | $18,724 +3% | $1,204,910 -3.3% |
| 2013 | $18,179 +3.6% | $1,246,000 |
| 2012 | $17,544 +2% | $1,246,000 +0.3% |
| 2011 | $17,207 +2% | $1,242,400 |
| 2010 | $16,872 +1.7% | $1,242,400 |
| 2009 | $16,586 +3.5% | $1,242,400 +17.3% |
| 2008 | $16,021 +4% | $1,059,600 |
| 2007 | $15,407 +3.6% | $1,059,600 |
| 2006 | $14,877 +4.9% | $1,059,600 |
| 2005 | $14,188 +5.8% | $1,059,600 |
| 2004 | $13,415 -3% | $1,059,600 +7.2% |
| 2003 | $13,826 +48.4% | $988,260 +121.5% |
| 2001 | $9,315 | $446,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10West SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West
- Middle: Saxe Middle
- High: New Canaan
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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