Nestled off the road, this exquisite 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom home has unparalleled luxury on a sprawling 3+ acre lot. The property boasts a pool providing the ultimate in private outdoor entertainment and relaxation. Designed for discerning buyers seeking space, sophistication, and serenity. Finished on 3 levels with an open floorplan. The expansive grounds and meticulously crafted interiors promise an exceptional living experience that seamlessly blends elegant design with natural beauty. Move-in ready for the holidays.
Sold for $3,400,000
$3,400,000
97 Carter St, New Canaan, CT 06840
5beds
6,167sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
3.35 Acres Lot
$3,706,800 Zestimate®
$551/sqft
$9,999 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,706,800
$3.30M - $4.15M
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Source: Halstead / Brown Harris Stevens,MLS#: 24058036
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,167
- Total interior livable area: 6,167 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 3.35 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: NCANM0038B092L00036
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1997
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: New Canaan
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $551/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,846,040
- Annual tax amount: $30,810
- Date on market: 11/27/2024
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2025 | Sold | $3,400,000+7.9%$551/sqft |
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| 12/9/2024 | Pending sale | $3,150,000$511/sqft |
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| 11/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000+584.8%$511/sqft |
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| 2/6/1998 | Sold | $460,000-51.6%$75/sqft |
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| 10/22/1997 | Sold | $950,000+106.5%$154/sqft |
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| 4/11/1997 | Sold | $460,000$75/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,810 +3.4% | $1,846,040 |
| 2024 | $29,795 +12.8% | $1,846,040 +32.4% |
| 2023 | $26,403 +3.1% | $1,394,050 |
| 2022 | $25,609 +1.2% | $1,394,050 |
| 2021 | $25,316 | $1,394,050 |
| 2020 | $25,316 -0.4% | $1,394,050 |
| 2019 | $25,427 -3.8% | $1,394,050 -10.6% |
| 2018 | $26,440 +1.7% | $1,558,970 |
| 2017 | $25,988 +2.2% | $1,558,970 |
| 2016 | $25,427 +2% | $1,558,970 |
| 2015 | $24,928 +2.9% | $1,558,970 |
| 2014 | $24,226 +16.6% | $1,558,970 +9.5% |
| 2013 | $20,776 +3.6% | $1,424,010 +0% |
| 2012 | $20,050 +1.7% | $1,424,000 |
| 2011 | $19,722 +2% | $1,424,000 |
| 2010 | $19,338 +1.7% | $1,424,000 |
| 2009 | $19,010 -6.3% | $1,424,000 +6.1% |
| 2008 | $20,294 +4% | $1,342,200 |
| 2007 | $19,516 +3.6% | $1,342,200 |
| 2006 | $18,844 +4.9% | $1,342,200 |
| 2005 | $17,972 +5.8% | $1,342,200 |
| 2004 | $16,992 -5.2% | $1,342,200 +4.8% |
| 2003 | $17,915 -3.8% | $1,280,580 +43.6% |
| 2001 | $18,619 +1.9% | $891,700 0% |
| 2000 | $18,263 +5% | $891,730 |
| 1999 | $17,389 | $891,730 |
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Neighborhood: 06840
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10East SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- New Canaan
- 06840
- 97 Carter St