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  • $4,771,000

    281 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

    6beds
    7,807sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1962
    2.22 Acres Lot
    $4,771,000 Zestimate®
    $611/sqft
    $24,478 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $4,771,000

    $4.20M - $5.44M

    $24,478/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    This sophisticated shingle style Nantucket colonial is perfectly suited for today's modern family. Situated on a beautiful West side cul de sac, the property offers breath taking sunset views while surrounded by lovely gardens and terraces that makes for perfect indoor/outdoor entertaining. This spectacular residence, designed by Louise Brooks, has uncompromising quality and casual elegance with every finish and detail. The chef's Kitchen by Deane includes a Gaggenau steam oven, Wolf range, Sub-zero refrigerators, custom cabinets, walk in pantry, and a butler's pantry for the selective bartender. The home was featured on the New Canaan Cares Kitchen and House Tour! Entertaining is effortless due to the easy flow of the first floor. Additionally, his and her home offices and a bedroom suite complete the first floor layout. Upstairs there is a master retreat with his and her custom closets and dressing area, 4 additional en suite bedrooms and a bonus room that leads to the kitchen for easy access and flexible living. The picturesque pool and pool house, a walk out spa, manicured gardens and fully deer fenced property complete this exquisite estate. The versatility of this space must be seen to be fully appreciated and has everything a high-end buyer is looking for.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 7
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Washer
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 7,807 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Lot
    • Size: 2.22 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: NCANM0028B031L00068

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Year built: 1962

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: New Canaan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/23/2021Sold$3,675,000-2.6%$471/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170391085 Report a problem
    4/29/2021Listed for sale$3,775,000-5.5%$484/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170391085 Report a problem
    12/1/2020Listing removed$3,995,000$512/sqft
    Source: Houlihan Lawrence #145048 Report a problem
    11/2/2020Listed for sale$3,995,000+25%$512/sqft
    Source: Houlihan Lawrence #145048 Report a problem
    4/15/2004Sold$3,195,000+502.8%$409/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #98188097 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$41,778 +3.4%$2,503,200
    2024$40,402 +15.7%$2,503,200 +35.8%
    2023$34,918 +3.1%$1,843,590

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06840

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: West
    • High: New Canaan

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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