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485 Laurel Road, New Canaan CT 06840

Current Price: $7,250,000

8 beds 9 baths 7000 sq. ft

Last Update: 6/21/2025

Property Type: Single Family For Sale

Public Remarks

Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaans historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space. The estate also showcases a newly constructed 2-bedroom apartment above a 3-bay garage, complete with a private deck overlooking the picturesque park-like lawn, and a gym with a full bath. Across the property, an award-winning 1-bedroom guest cottage boasts a dramatic 2-story great room, an updated kitchen, a sunroom with a cozy fireplace w/breathtaking views, and a new ADA-compliant bathroom. Additional structures include a barn with an indoor basketball hoop-ideal for recreation or reimagined into something special, a former stable, a 2-story hobby house ideal for a separate home office/creative studio, a historic barn, and a seasonal flower and vegetable garden adding to the charm! The beautifully

landscaped grounds offer vast areas to explore, entertain, and relax, from lush perennial gardens and fruit trees to wide open spaces and walking trails. A built-in outdoor fireplace provides year-round fun, and theres ample room for a pool, pool house, and tennis court. Located just minutes from top-rated schools, the train station, downtown New Canaan, and only 47 miles to NYC. 485 Laurel Road offers privacy, luxury, convenience, and peace of mind. Turnkey ready, all you need to do is move in

Map to Property at 485 Laurel Road, New Canaan CT 06840


Route 123 to Canoe Hill Rd to Laurel Rd

Residential Property Information for 485 Laurel Road, New Canaan CT 06840

MLS #: 24070171

Style: Antique,Farm House

Color:

Total Rooms:

Bedrooms: 8

Bathrooms: 9

Acres: 17.5

Year Built: 1846 (Public Records)

New Construction: No/Resale

Home Warranty Offered:

Property Tax: $64,951

Zoning: 2AC

Mil Rate:

Assessed Value: $2,279,760 

Potential Short Sale:

Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 7000; below grade sq feet total is ; total sq ft is 7000

Features
Appliances Incl.: Gas Cooktop,Wall Oven,Convection Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer
Laundry Location & Info: Lower Level,Upper Level 
Fireplaces: 7
Interior Features: Security System
Home Automation: Security System,Thermostat(s),Wired For Audio
Basement Desc.: Full,Heated,Storage,Cooled,Partially Finished,Walk-out,Liveable Space
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Terrace,Barn,Guest House,Hot Tub,Balcony,Fruit Trees,Garden Area,Stone Wall,Paddock
Foundation: Concrete,Stone
Roof: Wood Shingle
Parking Spaces: 3
Garage/Parking Type: Detached Garage
Swimming Pool: 0
Waterfront Feat.: Not Applicable
Lot Description: Dry,Professionally Landscaped,Rolling,Open Lot
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course,Park,Playground/Tot Lot,Private School(s),Public Pool,Shopping/Mall,Stables/Riding,Tennis Courts
Occupied: Owner
Utility Information

Hot Water System

Heat Type:

Fueled By: Hot Air.

Cooling: Central Air

Fuel Tank Location: In Ground

Water Service: Private Well

Sewage System: Septic

School Information

Elementary: East

Intermediate:

Middle:

High School: New Canaan

Marketing History

Current List Price: $7,250,000

Original List Price: $7,250,000

DOM: 112

Listing Date: 1/22/2025

Last Updated: 5/14/2025 2:26:55 PM

Listing Agent and Broker

List Agent Name: Chau Ngo

List Office Name: Compass Connecticut, LLC