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29 Down River Road, New Canaan CT 06840
Current Price: $1,598,000
4 beds
4 baths
3472 sq. ft
Last Update: 6/22/2025
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Tucked away on a desirable cul-de-sac within walking distance from downtown New Canaan, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home includes a separate-entrance legal accessory apartment, offering excellent rental income potential-estimated at up to $4,000 per month. This Cape brings space, style, and flexibility while in a prime location. The house is move-in ready with hardwood floors throughout, an open, light-filled floor plan, and inviting spaces ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A two-story entry welcomes you in, with the spacious living room with built-ins and fireplace to the left, and a casual dining area to the right-both thoughtfully designed for comfort and flow. At the heart of the home is the updated chefs kitchen, featuring high-end appliances, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, a wine fridge, bay window, and eat-in area. The kitchen opens to the sun-drenched family room with cathedral ceilings, fireplace, and French doors leading to a generous 26 x 25 deck-perfect for gatherings and celebrations. Upstairs, the large primary suite offers two walk-in closets and a newly renovated bathroom with double vanity, jacuzzi tub, and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath. An office area with vaulted ceilings and built-ins, plus a beautifully designed laundry room complete the second floor. The accessory apartment includes a full kitchen with granite counters and a 48 Wolf range with 6 burners and grill, living room,
vaulted-ceiling bedroom with skylight, full bath and separate HVAC. Additional highlights include a one-car attached garage, Belgian block-lined driveway, outdoor shower, natural gas heat and city water. Convenient to the Merritt Parkway and walking distance to the Metro North stations, Waveny Park, the YMCA, award-winning schools, and all the dining, shopping, and charm of downtown New Canaan.
Main Street to Down River Road (#29).
MLS #: 24083462
Style: Cape Cod
Color:
Total Rooms:
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Acres: 0.34
Year Built: 1955 (Public Records)
New Construction: No/Resale
Home Warranty Offered:
Property Tax: $13,894
Zoning: ARES
Mil Rate:
Assessed Value: $860,860
Potential Short Sale:
Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 3472; below grade sq feet total is ; total sq ft is 3472
Appliances Incl.: | Oven/Range,Wall Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Freezer,Icemaker,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Wine Chiller |
Laundry Location & Info: | Upper Level |
Fireplaces: | 2 |
Energy Features: | Energy Star Rated,Ridge Vents,Storm Doors,Thermopane Windows |
Interior Features: | Auto Garage Door Opener,Open Floor Plan |
Energy Features: | Energy Star Rated,Ridge Vents,Storm Doors,Thermopane Windows |
Basement Desc.: | Crawl Space,Sump Pump |
Exterior Siding: | Shingle,Wood |
Exterior Features: | Porch,Wrap Around Deck,Deck,Gutters,Garden Area,Lighting |
Foundation: | Concrete |
Roof: | Asphalt Shingle |
Parking Spaces: | 1 |
Driveway Type: | Private,Paved,Asphalt |
Garage/Parking Type: | Attached Garage,Paved,Driveway |
Swimming Pool: | 0 |
Waterfront Feat.: | Not Applicable |
Lot Description: | Level Lot,On Cul-De-Sac,Professionally Landscaped |
Nearby Amenities: | Health Club,Library,Medical Facilities,Park,Playground/Tot Lot,Public Pool,Shopping/Mall |
Occupied: | Owner |
Hot Water System
Heat Type:
Fueled By: Baseboard,Hot Water,Zoned.
Cooling: Ceiling Fans,Central Air
Fuel Tank Location:
Water Service: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Elementary: South
Intermediate:
Middle: Saxe Middle
High School: New Canaan
Current List Price: $1,598,000
Original List Price: $1,698,000
DOM: 37
Listing Date: 5/12/2025
Last Updated: 6/20/2025 8:46:44 PM
Expected Active Date: 5/15/2025
List Agent Name: Bryan Morris
List Office Name: William Pitt Sothebys Intl