Experience extraordinary living in this sophisticated, estate-style majestic brick townhouse with slate roof - a truly unique custom-built home showcasing timeless elegance & impeccable architectural detail across 4 expansive levels. A gracious gated entrance opens to a charming cobblestone courtyard, setting the stage for an unmatched living experience. Inside, you'll find beautifully appointed formal living and dining rooms, both featuring elegant fireplaces & rich millwork. The heart of the home is the open-concept chef's kitchen, with a spacious breakfast area & inviting family room with coffered ceiling & fireplace. Walk out to the professionally landscaped brick patio, where you'll enjoy a built-in BBQ, outdoor fireplace, & covered seating areas-perfect for year-round entertaining. The luxurious primary suite is a private retreat, offering a cozy sitting area, fireplace, dual dressing rooms, & 2 spa-inspired ensuite bathrooms. 4 additional bedrooms-each with their own ensuite bath & walk-in closet-ensure ultimate comfort & privacy for family & guests. The home also features 3 dedicated home offices, ideal for today's flexible lifestyle, & an elevator. The impressive lower level is designed for entertaining & relaxation, featuring a fireplace, coffered ceiling, bar, wine cellar, billiards, & well-appointed exercise room. Professionally landscaped with mature trees & perennial gardens, offers exceptional privacy & natural beauty. An architectural masterpiece.
Sold for $5,500,000
$5,500,000
354 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840
5beds
7,505sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
0.37 Acres Lot
$5,696,300 Zestimate®
$733/sqft
$7,434 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,696,300
$5.13M - $6.32M
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Outdoor fireplaceElegant fireplacesWell-appointed exercise roomRich millworkCharming cobblestone courtyardPerennial gardensWine cellar
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jaime Sneddon (203)219-3769,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-966-2633,
Kendall Sneddon 203-561-5658,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Janine Tienken, RES.0775247
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24108366
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Bedroom Suite, Dressing Room, Gas Log Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 319.59 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.1 x 15.9
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 243.11 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 16.1
Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 243.11 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 16.1
Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270.81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 17.7
Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240.09 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 15.9
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 337.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 21.2
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 452.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.11 x 25
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Dry Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 420.09 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.9 x 21.11
Library
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 243.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 17
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 443.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27.4 x 16.2
Office
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 275.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.6 x 14.8
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 200.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 13.9
Rec play room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Wet Bar, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 709.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.6 x 31.4
Study
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 170.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 10.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
Features
- Sound System, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Attic: Heated,Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,505
- Total interior livable area: 7,505 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,305
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Sidewalk, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Stone,Privacy,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 189556
- Zoning: 33AC
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Masonry
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Health Club, Library, Park, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $733/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,948,190
- Annual tax amount: $49,205
- Date on market: 9/3/2025
- Exclusions: Contact Listing Agent
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Sold | $5,500,000$733/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24108366 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2025 | Pending sale | $5,500,000$733/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24108366 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2025 | Price change | $5,500,000-8.3%$733/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24108366 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000+81.7%$799/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24108366 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2016 | Sold | $3,300,000-28.1%$440/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99100110 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2016 | Pending sale | $4,590,000$612/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #99100110 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2016 | Price change | $4,590,000+14.9%$612/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #99100110 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2016 | Price change | $3,995,000-13%$532/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #138265 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2015 | Price change | $4,590,000-7.3%$612/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #138265 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $4,950,000$660/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley, Inc. #99100110 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2015 | Listing removed | $4,950,000$660/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley #99059892 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2014 | Price change | $4,950,000-11.4%$660/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley #99059892 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2014 | Listed for sale | $5,590,000+21%$745/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley #99059892 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2007 | Sold | $4,618,000+319.8%$615/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2005 | Sold | $1,100,000+100%$147/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98240346 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/1999 | Sold | $550,000+29.4%$73/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/1997 | Sold | $425,000+13.8%$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/1990 | Sold | $373,500$50/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,205 +3.4% | $2,948,190 |
| 2024 | $47,584 +13.3% | $2,948,190 +33% |
| 2023 | $41,993 +3.1% | $2,217,180 |
| 2022 | $40,730 +1.2% | $2,217,180 |
| 2021 | $40,264 | $2,217,180 |
| 2020 | $40,264 -0.4% | $2,217,180 |
| 2019 | $40,441 -20.6% | $2,217,180 -23.4% |
| 2018 | $50,944 +1.8% | $2,893,240 |
| 2017 | $50,021 +2.3% | $2,893,240 |
| 2016 | $48,884 +2% | $2,893,240 |
| 2015 | $47,918 +2.9% | $2,893,240 |
| 2014 | $46,584 +3.3% | $2,893,240 -2.3% |
| 2013 | $45,083 +3.5% | $2,961,490 |
| 2012 | $43,543 +1.6% | $2,961,490 |
| 2011 | $42,853 +6.5% | $2,961,490 0% |
| 2010 | $40,219 -2.7% | $2,961,600 |
| 2009 | $41,314 +19.9% | $2,961,600 +30% |
| 2008 | $34,457 +49.4% | $2,278,900 +50.4% |
| 2007 | $23,060 +231.8% | $1,515,100 +220% |
| 2006 | $6,951 +4.9% | $473,500 |
| 2005 | $6,624 +5.7% | $473,500 |
| 2004 | $6,264 +0% | $473,500 +5.8% |
| 2003 | $6,262 +11.9% | $447,580 +73.7% |
| 2001 | $5,594 +6% | $257,700 +0% |
| 2000 | $5,277 +10.4% | $257,670 +5.1% |
| 1999 | $4,782 | $245,210 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06840
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10South SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South
- 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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