A long gated driveway is the approach to this very private Classic 1939 gem situated on 6.2 acres featuring beautiful grounds and towering specimen trees, heated swimming pool, tennis court, and multiple terraces. Entire property fenced to keep critters out and pets in. Fabulous family room addition by Hobbs. Four fireplaces. Recreation Room on the lower level (29x15) with fireplace. No air conditioning in LR, DR, solarium. Radiant heat in solarium. Leak protection system. New roof 2023.
Sold for $3,400,000
$3,400,000
79 Ferris Hill Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
6beds
6,984sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
6.27 Acres Lot
$4,425,500 Zestimate®
$487/sqft
$19,019 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,425,500
$3.85M - $5.13M
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Tennis courtBeautiful groundsMultiple terracesHeated swimming poolFabulous family roomRecreation roomRadiant heat
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hugh Halsell 203-801-5322,
Houlihan Lawrence 203-966-3507
Bought with:
Sarah Arestia, RES.0818696
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24000926
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Dressing Room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 331.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 20.7
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 185.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 15.2
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 15.6
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 133.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 14.8
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 12.5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 340.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 21.3
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, French Doors
- Level: Main
- Area: 702.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.4 x 28.8
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 388 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.4 x 20
Living room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 436.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 25.7
Office
- Features: Wet Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 303.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 21.2
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 111.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 12
Rec play room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Study
- Features: Full Bath, Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 283.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 28.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Water Heater
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,984
- Total interior livable area: 6,984 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,434
- Finished area below ground: 550
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Tennis Court(s)
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 6.27 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 187907
- Zoning: 2AC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $487/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,252,180
- Annual tax amount: $42,656
- Date on market: 6/19/2024
- Exclusions: Master bedroom chandelier
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2024 | Sold | $3,400,000-11.7%$487/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24000926 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2024 | Pending sale | $3,850,000$551/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24000926 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,850,000+1.4%$551/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24000926 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2016 | Listing removed | $3,795,000$543/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #140202 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2016 | Listed for sale | $3,795,000$543/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #139362 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2015 | Listing removed | $3,795,000$543/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #138142 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2015 | Price change | $3,795,000-9.5%$543/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley, Inc. #99096149 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2015 | Listed for sale | $4,195,000-16%$601/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley, Inc. #99096149 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2015 | Listing removed | $4,995,000$715/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley #99064379 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2014 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000$715/sqft |
Source: Brotherhood & Higley #99064379 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $44,012 +3.4% | $2,637,040 |
| 2024 | $42,562 -0.2% | $2,637,040 +17.1% |
| 2023 | $42,656 +3.1% | $2,252,180 |
| 2022 | $41,373 +1.2% | $2,252,180 |
| 2021 | $40,900 | $2,252,180 |
| 2020 | $40,900 -0.4% | $2,252,180 |
| 2019 | $41,080 -19.2% | $2,252,180 -24.9% |
| 2018 | $50,836 +1.7% | $2,997,400 |
| 2017 | $49,967 -2.2% | $2,997,400 -4.3% |
| 2016 | $51,068 +2% | $3,131,100 |
| 2015 | $50,066 +2.9% | $3,131,100 |
| 2014 | $48,657 +3.8% | $3,131,100 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $46,881 +3.6% | $3,213,210 |
| 2012 | $45,242 +1.7% | $3,213,210 |
| 2011 | $44,503 +2% | $3,213,210 |
| 2010 | $43,635 -6.4% | $3,213,210 -8% |
| 2009 | $46,634 +42.4% | $3,493,200 +61.3% |
| 2008 | $32,738 +4% | $2,165,200 |
| 2007 | $31,482 +3.6% | $2,165,200 |
| 2006 | $30,399 +4.9% | $2,165,200 |
| 2005 | $28,992 +5.8% | $2,165,200 |
| 2004 | $27,411 +11.1% | $2,165,200 +22.8% |
| 2003 | $24,669 +3% | $1,763,300 +53.7% |
| 2001 | $23,960 -26.1% | $1,147,500 -27.5% |
| 2000 | $32,402 +44.8% | $1,582,140 +37.9% |
| 1999 | $22,376 | $1,147,510 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06840
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10East SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: East
- 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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