If you love a house with history, this gracious 1929 Cotswold-style home has a wonderful & storied past. Built and originally owned by philanthropist Ogden Ludlow, husband to the great actress Katharine Hepburn, this house is only now available for the first time in 37 years. Resting on over 4 very private acres in a sought-after location, close to all in-town amenities, the sprawling lawn and mature landscaping offers peace & tranquility. Step through the front door and hearken back to the sophisticated elegance of the bygone era of the 1930s. The bespoke living room will delight with its high ceiling, field stone fireplace and dual French doors to an expansive private terrace. The sun-drenched formal dining room, adjacent butler’s pantry and kitchen will inspire gatherings big and small. Take the elevator, serving 3 levels, upstairs where the primary suite is a quiet oasis with sitting room, fireplace, and adjacent bath. Four additional spacious bedrooms, three full baths, 2 office/study spaces and large laundry room complete the second floor. Rich wood floors flow throughout. The circular driveway, slate roof, copper gutters, field stone and live-edge wood exterior lend to the quiet elegance and grace of this home. Rich in history, it's a private oasis with local convenience.
2-acre conservation easement granted to the New Canaan Land Trust in perpetuity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
4.21 acresLot Size
$804Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Taylor Tait• Houlihan Lawrence
Bought with Sivan Kerins• BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Source:Smart MLS #170436939
Redfin Estimate
$3,460,461
$1.6M since sold in March 2022$186K since October
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This home's estimate is 14.9% higher than the average sale price ($3.01M) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.21 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,302
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
184276
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Elevator, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 3
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Room Count: 11
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Storage Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Slate
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone, Wood
Exterior Features: Awnings, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Stone Wall, Terrace
Lot Information
Lot Description: Rolling, Professionally Landscaped
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: In Ground Pool
Building Information
Foundation Type: Masonry
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Gray/Green
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 4302
Driveway Type: Private, Circular
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,180,690
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic, Oil
Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
High School: New Canaan
Elementary School: West
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
Directions: Elm Street to Weed. Right on Weed to the end. Turn Left on West and go left at the fork in the road onto Greenley Road. House is on your left.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,302
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.21 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 184276
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
West School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Saxe Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
New Canaan High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.29M – $3.98M
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