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144 South Avenue, New Canaan CT 06840
Current Price: $2,595,000
4 beds
5 baths
3856 sq. ft
Last Update: 6/24/2025
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Exceptional Renovated Antique Home in the Heart of Downtown New Canaan. This exquisite antique home, nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown New Canaan, masterfully blends historic charm with contemporary luxury. Completely rebuilt to the studs in 2011, it boasts wide-board hardwood floors, new casement windows, updated wiring and plumbing, and a high-efficiency gas boiler. In 2014, the property was further elevated with the addition of a heated in-ground pool, a stylish cabana room, and a one-car garage with ceiling height designed to accommodate a car lift. The gourmet kitchen is a chefs dream, featuring quartz countertops, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf range with built-in grill, Miele dishwasher, GE trash compactor, disposal, and a center island with a wine fridge. Entertain in style in the elegant living and dining rooms, each illuminated by antique Art Deco chandeliers and connected by a dramatic see-through gas fireplace. A Sonos 1 sound system provides integrated audio throughout the home. The dining room also features a sophisticated wet bar with a marble countertop, Sub-Zero bar fridge with ice maker, and glass shelving for barware. The luxurious main-level primary suite offers a spa-like retreat with a marble vanity, oversized walk-in shower, and an expansive walk-in closet. Both the dining room and primary suite open onto a beautifully landscaped patio with mature trees and perennial flower beds-an ideal spot for private, al fresco dining. The heated pool off
the ultimate relaxation and recreation, with waterfall features, and a Swim Jet system. The adjacent cabana room includes a wet bar and full bathroom with shower for added convenience. Upstairs, a light-filled library and sitting area lead to three generously sized bedrooms-one perfect for a home office. The second-floor bathroom features a soaking tub, enclosed shower, and marble vanity. This rare offering combines historic elegance with every modern amenity-a true gem in downtown New Canaan.
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MLS #: 24095696
Style: Colonial
Color: White
Total Rooms:
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 5
Acres: 0.3
Year Built: 1900 (Public Records)
New Construction: No/Resale
Home Warranty Offered:
Property Tax: $21,545
Zoning: BRES
Mil Rate:
Assessed Value: $1,334,900
Potential Short Sale:
Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 3526; below grade sq feet total is 330; total sq ft is 3856
Appliances Incl.: | Gas Range,Oven/Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Subzero,Icemaker,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Wine Chiller |
Fireplaces: | 1 |
Energy Features: | Active Solar |
Interior Features: | Audio System,Cable - Available,Security System |
Energy Features: | Active Solar |
Basement Desc.: | Partial,Partially Finished |
Exterior Siding: | Clapboard |
Exterior Features: | Sidewalk,Cabana,Gutters,Lighting,Hot Tub,Stone Wall,Patio |
Foundation: | Masonry,Stone |
Roof: | Asphalt Shingle |
Parking Spaces: | 1 |
Garage/Parking Type: | Attached Garage |
Swimming Pool: | 1 |
Waterfront Feat.: | Not Applicable |
Lot Description: | Corner Lot,Dry,Level Lot,Professionally Landscaped |
Nearby Amenities: | Health Club,Library,Paddle Tennis,Park,Playground/Tot Lot,Public Pool,Shopping/Mall,Tennis Courts |
Occupied: | Owner |
Hot Water System
Heat Type:
Fueled By: Hot Air.
Cooling: Central Air
Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
Water Service: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Elementary: South
Intermediate:
Middle: Saxe Middle
High School: New Canaan
Current List Price: $2,595,000
Original List Price: $2,595,000
DOM: 29
Listing Date: 5/15/2025
Last Updated: 6/13/2025 9:30:29 PM
List Agent Name: Melissa Rwambuya
List Office Name: William Raveis Real Estate