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  • $3,705,500

    87 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840

    5beds
    4,334sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1870
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $3,705,500 Zestimate®
    $855/sqft
    $8,755 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $3,705,500

    $3.26M - $4.26M

    $8,755/mo

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    What's special

    Marble fireplaceNew libraryGracious foyerOversized islandDining areaSpectacular gourmet kitchenSpacious dressing room

    Iconic Victorian gem complete w/guest house in ultra-prime downtown location. A complete renovation transforms this vintage charmer to modern day living w/period details. Enjoy the wrap around front porch & prized gazebo. A gracious foyer w/gorgeous stained glass window welcomes visitors to the parlor w/custom marble fireplace & formal dining room. Spectacular gourmet kitchen w/casual dining area & oversized island. An entertainers dream that opens to a great room w/built-ins, a wood burning fireplace, & wet bar. Upstairs are 5 bedrooms including a Primary suite w/spa bath & spacious dressing room plus 2 bedrooms, a full bath & laundry room. 2 bedrooms & full bath complete the top floor. The 1 bedroom carriage barn offers ideal space for parents, a nanny, guests, or separate work space. Professionally landscaped private property features specimen trees, fountains, & multiple gathering areas just a stones throw to the new library, train, parks, restaurants/shops, and schools. A true one of a kind.

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    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:

    Molly H. Fewster, RES.0799954

    Houlihan Lawrence

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170553252MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 422.4 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.6 x 24
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 178.71 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.1 x 16.1
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 166.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 13.9
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 251.68 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.6 x 14.3
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 196.84 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.3 x 14.8
    Bedroom
    • Features: Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Other
    • Area: 408.88 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 26.9 x 15.2
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Marble Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 204.14 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11.8 x 17.3
    Dining room
    • Features: Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 225.85 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.2 x 17.11
    Family room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, Wet Bar
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 364.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.2 x 24
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 307.7 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18.1 x 17
    Living room
    • Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 251.16 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.11 x 17.8
    Other
    • Features: 2 Story Window(s), Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 105.83 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.11 x 7.5
    Other
    • Features: Dining Area, French Doors, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wet Bar
    • Level: Other
    • Area: 424.56 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 24.4 x 17.4
    Study
    • Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12.5
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
    Features
    • Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Thermopane Windows
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,334
    • Total interior livable area: 4,334 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,334

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Tandem, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Terrace
    • Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Gazebo, Guest House
    • Parcel number: 185445
    • Zoning: APT
    • Other equipment: Generator

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Victorian
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Clapboard
    • Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1870

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Park, Private School(s), Pool, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s)
    • Security: Security System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: New Canaan

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $855/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $995,470
    • Annual tax amount: $18,854
    • Date on market: 7/29/2023
    • Exclusions: Contact LB

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/28/2023Sold$2,500,000-3.7%$577/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170553252 Report a problem
    5/2/2023Pending sale$2,595,000$599/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170553252 Report a problem
    5/1/2023Contingent$2,595,000$599/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170553252 Report a problem
    4/14/2023Price change$2,595,000-7.2%$599/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170553252 Report a problem
    3/3/2023Listed for sale$2,795,000+598.9%$645/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170553252 Report a problem
    1/16/1996Sold$399,900$92/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$26,205 +3.4%$1,570,100
    2024$25,341 +34.4%$1,570,100 +57.7%
    2023$18,854 +3.1%$995,470
    2022$18,287 +1.2%$995,470
    2021$18,078 $995,470
    2020$18,078 -0.4%$995,470
    2019$18,157 -6%$995,470 -9.2%
    2018$19,313 +1.8%$1,096,830
    2017$18,963 +2.3%$1,096,830
    2016$18,532 +2%$1,096,830
    2015$18,166 +2.9%$1,096,830
    2014$17,660 +8.4%$1,096,830 +2.5%
    2013$16,297 +3.5%$1,070,580
    2012$15,741 +1.6%$1,070,580
    2011$15,491 +6.5%$1,070,580 0%
    2010$14,539 -2.7%$1,070,600
    2009$14,935 +14.6%$1,070,600 +24.2%
    2008$13,033 -0.7%$862,000
    2007$13,120 +3.7%$862,000
    2006$12,654 +4.9%$862,000
    2005$12,059 +5.7%$862,000
    2004$11,404 -9.8%$862,000 -4.7%
    2003$12,649 +5.8%$904,120 +64.1%
    2001$11,956 +145.5%$550,800 +131.6%
    2000$4,870 +5%$237,790
    1999$4,637 $237,790
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06840

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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