This picturesque 1925 classic Connecticut colonial is located just minutes from Irwin Park, village, and train. Charming details include original hardwood floors, delicate millwork, and high ceilings, plus 4 wood burning fireplaces. Each room on the first floor offers french doors opening to an oversized porch and blue stone terrace. 5 bedrooms and 4.2 baths include a grand primary suite with dressing room, french doors and private balcony with views of 2 park like acres of specimen trees, perennial gardens, and western facing sunsets. The large lower level offers a guest suite with separate entry. A true New Canaan gem!
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
720 Weed Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
5beds
4,793sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
2.06 Acres Lot
$3,580,000 Zestimate®
$522/sqft
$6,147 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,580,000
$3.22M - $4.01M
$6,147/mo
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Oversized porchHigh ceilingsPrivate balconyGrand primary suiteBlue stone terracePerennial gardensFrench doors
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Listed by:
Melissa Jones 203-801-8059,
Houlihan Lawrence 203-966-3507,
Schuyler Morris 610-505-6888,
Brown Harris Stevens
Bought with:
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Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170621398
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Dressing Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Bay/Bow Window
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Great room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Dry Bar, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Freezer, Subzero, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Liveable Space,Storage Space
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,793
- Total interior livable area: 4,793 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,943
- Finished area below ground: 850
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Private, Circular Driveway, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Fencing: Partial,Stone
Lot
- Size: 2.06 Acres
- Features: Level, Few Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 188926
- Zoning: 1AC
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2024 | Sold | $2,500,000-9.1%$522/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170621398 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2024 | Pending sale | $2,749,000$574/sqft |
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| 2/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,749,000+32.6%$574/sqft |
Source:  Halstead / Brown Harris Stevens #170621398 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Sold | $2,072,500-9.7%$432/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170067563 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2018 | Pending sale | $2,295,000$479/sqft |
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| 11/20/2017 | Price change | $2,295,000-8.2%$479/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties #140863 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$522/sqft |
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| 1/1/2017 | Listing removed | $2,500,000$522/sqft |
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| 7/21/2016 | Price change | $2,500,000-9.1%$522/sqft |
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| 4/14/2016 | Price change | $2,750,000-3.5%$574/sqft |
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| 1/19/2016 | Price change | $2,850,000-4.8%$595/sqft |
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| 7/23/2015 | Price change | $2,995,000-4.9%$625/sqft |
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| 6/4/2015 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000+1.6%$657/sqft |
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| 9/8/2000 | Sold | $3,100,000$647/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,097 +3.4% | $1,743,350 |
| 2024 | $28,138 +4.2% | $1,743,350 +22.3% |
| 2023 | $26,993 +3.1% | $1,425,200 |
| 2022 | $26,181 +1.2% | $1,425,200 |
| 2021 | $25,882 | $1,425,200 |
| 2020 | $25,882 -0.4% | $1,425,200 |
| 2019 | $25,996 -3% | $1,425,200 -9.8% |
| 2018 | $26,795 +1.7% | $1,579,900 |
| 2017 | $26,337 +2.2% | $1,579,900 |
| 2016 | $25,768 +2% | $1,579,900 |
| 2015 | $25,263 +2.9% | $1,579,900 |
| 2014 | $24,552 -7.4% | $1,579,900 -13.1% |
| 2013 | $26,517 +3.6% | $1,817,500 |
| 2012 | $25,590 +1.7% | $1,817,500 |
| 2011 | $25,172 +2% | $1,817,500 |
| 2010 | $24,682 +2.8% | $1,817,500 +1.1% |
| 2009 | $24,003 -0.2% | $1,798,000 +13% |
| 2008 | $24,063 +4% | $1,591,500 |
| 2007 | $23,140 +3.6% | $1,591,500 |
| 2006 | $22,345 +4.9% | $1,591,500 |
| 2005 | $21,310 +5.8% | $1,591,500 |
| 2004 | $20,148 +52.8% | $1,591,500 +68.8% |
| 2003 | $13,188 +2.6% | $942,690 +53.1% |
| 2001 | $12,860 +2% | $615,900 +0% |
| 2000 | $12,613 +5% | $615,870 |
| 1999 | $12,009 | $615,870 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10West SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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- 720 Weed Street
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