Charming in-town Colonial offering the perfect blend of character, comfort and convenience. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home is just minutes to the village, train, shops and restaurants. Filled with warmth and charm, the home features inviting living spaces, thoughtful updates and wonderful natural light throughout. The private backyard is a true gem beautifully landscaped, space for relaxing and entertaining. A detached garage provides valuable additional space and flexibility; home office, party barn. Combining charm, convenience and outdoor beauty, this home is a wonderful opportunity in a sought-after neighborhood. Portable generator hook up available
Under contract
$1,795,000
36 Mortimer Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
3beds
2,170sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$1,803,500 Zestimate®
$827/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wonderful natural light throughoutDetached garageInviting living spacesPrivate backyard
- 84 days
- 64
- 2
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Socci (203)644-5028,
Brown Harris Stevens 203-966-7800
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24179113
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 184 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 11.5
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.5
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13.5
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 323.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.5 x 17.5
Kitchen
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11.5
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 11.5
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Convection Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data, Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Unfinished,Sump Pump,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Attic: Storage,Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,170
- Total interior livable area: 2,170 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,170
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: On Street, Driveway, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bath Grab Bars
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting, Balcony, Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Fencing: Wood,Partial,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Features: Wooded, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 188729
- Zoning: BRES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding
- Foundation: Slab, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $827/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $832,020
- Annual tax amount: $14,117
- Date on market: 6/8/2026
Estimated market value
$1,803,500
$1.71M - $1.89M
$6,017/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Pending sale | $1,795,000$827/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24179113 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+71.8%$827/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24179113 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2012 | Sold | $1,045,000$482/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98538139 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,045,000+45.5%$482/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #98538139 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2008 | Sold | $718,000+8%$331/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98357051 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2007 | Sold | $665,000+125.4%$306/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98290185 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/1996 | Sold | $295,000$136/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,886 +3.4% | $832,020 |
| 2024 | $13,429 +8.6% | $832,020 +27.4% |
| 2023 | $12,367 +3.1% | $652,960 |
| 2022 | $11,995 +1.2% | $652,960 |
| 2021 | $11,858 | $652,960 |
| 2020 | $11,858 -0.4% | $652,960 |
| 2019 | $11,910 -4.4% | $652,960 -7.7% |
| 2018 | $12,453 +1.8% | $707,210 |
| 2017 | $12,227 +2.3% | $707,210 |
| 2016 | $11,949 +2% | $707,210 |
| 2015 | $11,713 +2.9% | $707,210 |
| 2014 | $11,387 +41.8% | $707,210 +34% |
| 2013 | $8,032 +3.5% | $527,590 |
| 2012 | $7,757 +1.6% | $527,590 |
| 2011 | $7,634 +6.5% | $527,590 0% |
| 2010 | $7,166 +32% | $527,700 +35.6% |
| 2009 | $5,428 +8.3% | $389,100 +17.4% |
| 2008 | $5,011 -0.7% | $331,400 |
| 2007 | $5,044 +3.7% | $331,400 |
| 2006 | $4,865 +4.9% | $331,400 |
| 2005 | $4,636 +5.7% | $331,400 |
| 2004 | $4,384 -5.1% | $331,400 +0.3% |
| 2003 | $4,622 +11.8% | $330,400 +73.5% |
| 2001 | $4,133 +6% | $190,400 |
| 2000 | $3,899 +5% | $190,400 |
| 1999 | $3,713 | $190,400 |
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Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
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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