8 days on market
Under Contract
More about this Property

If you are interested in more information or having a tour of this property with an experienced agent, please fill out this quick form and we will get back to you!


72 Wellesley Drive, New Canaan CT 06840

Current Price: $2,595,000

5 beds 5 baths 4852 sq. ft

Last Update: 6/17/2025

Property Type: Single Family For Sale

Public Remarks

This stunning home is designed to impress, offering both style and functionality in a highly desirable location. Youre greeted by a sense of timeless elegance and thoughtful craftsmanship. The gourmet kitchen is a chefs dream, featuring custom cabinetry, a well-organized message center, and a butlers pantry. The family room serves as the heart of the home, with a striking stone fireplace as the focal point, complemented by built-ins. A formal living room exudes sophistication, with a custom mantle framing the polished slate fireplace, while the formal dining room offers rich paneling. The office is a true standout, with cathedral ceilings and hand-hewn antique beams. The primary suite is a luxurious retreat, featuring custom cabinetry and a spa-like marble bath. Waterworks faucets and fixtures throughout. A lower level offers a variety of spaces including a playroom, art & crafts area, gym, and cedar-lined bath with steam shower. Outside, a bluestone patio invites you to enjoy the fresh air, while stone walls, a fire pit and a professionally landscaped yard provide a beautiful space. A special offering!

Map to Property at 72 Wellesley Drive, New Canaan CT 06840


Greenley Road to Wellesley Drive or West Road to Woodridge Drive, to Woodridge Circle to Wellesley.

Residential Property Information for 72 Wellesley Drive, New Canaan CT 06840

MLS #: 24083192

Style: Colonial

Color: White

Total Rooms:

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 5

Acres: 2.01

Year Built: 1967 (Public Records)

New Construction: No/Resale

Home Warranty Offered:

Property Tax: $20,905

Zoning: 2AC

Mil Rate:

Assessed Value: $1,295,210 

Potential Short Sale:

Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 3630; below grade sq feet total is 1222; total sq ft is 4852

Features
Appliances Incl.: Gas Cooktop,Wall Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Freezer,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Wine Chiller
Laundry Location & Info: Upper Level 
Fireplaces: 2
Energy Features: Generator,Programmable Thermostat,Thermopane Windows
Interior Features: Audio System,Auto Garage Door Opener,Cable - Available,Security System
Energy Features: Generator,Programmable Thermostat,Thermopane Windows
Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
Basement Desc.: Full,Fully Finished
Exterior Siding: Clapboard,Stone
Exterior Features: Terrace,Gutters,Lighting,Stone Wall,French Doors
Foundation: Concrete
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Parking Spaces: 2
Garage/Parking Type: Attached Garage
Swimming Pool: 0
Waterfront Feat.: Not Applicable
Lot Description: Fence - Partial,Lightly Wooded,Dry,Professionally Landscaped,Rolling
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course,Health Club,Library,Park,Private School(s),Public Pool,Public Transportation,Tennis Courts
Occupied: Owner
Utility Information

Hot Water System

Heat Type:

Fueled By: Hot Water.

Cooling: Central Air

Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground

Water Service: Private Well

Sewage System: Septic

School Information

Elementary: West

Intermediate:

Middle: Saxe Middle

High School: New Canaan

Marketing History

Current List Price: $2,595,000

Original List Price: $2,595,000

DOM: 8

Listing Date: 4/9/2025

Last Updated: 4/17/2025 6:45:56 PM

Listing Agent and Broker

List Agent Name: Jaime Sneddon

List Office Name: William Pitt Sothebys Intl