216 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

Off Market Oct 2023 for $2.5M

$3,237,517

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,165/mo

•

5,236

sq ft

216 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

About this home

Welcome to your dream retreat! Centrally located in a picturesque neighborhood on a sought-after street, this light-filled, sunny home boasts an open floor plan that invites you right in. Formal rooms flow easily and seamlessly offering striking views of lush private acreage from every room. Blending classic details with modern features this home is perfectly suited for today’s modern lifestyle. The heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen with expansive island, subzero refrigerator, two dishwashers with a large casual dining space and captivating cathedral-ceiling great room, with skylights and walls of windows. Step easily to the patio and beautiful flat private property with perennial gardens and mature landscaping. Relaxation reaches new heights in the primary bedroom embracing you in warmth and tranquility with its soaring ceiling, ensuite bath with radiant heated floors, shower, soaking tub and walk-in closet. A perfect at-home office, sunny library area and four additional bedrooms complete the second floor This home is a rare gem that harmoniously blends nature's beauty with modern elegance. Seize the opportunity to live a life of serenity and sophistication.

New Roof 2023.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

2.87 acresLot Size

$618Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Taylor Tait • Houlihan Lawrence

Listed by Polly Sykes • Houlihan Lawrence

Bought with Michelle Donzeiser • Compass Connecticut, LLC

Source:Smart MLS #170584818

Redfin Estimate

$3,237,517

$643K since sold in October 2023$5,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 17% higher than the average sale price ($2.77M) of 5 comparable homes.

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$3,175,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths5,674 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 30, 2026
$2,635,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths4,911 sq ft
2 Wahackme Ln, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD MAR 31, 2026
$2,678,671
C
5 beds3.5 baths4,428 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$2,600,000
D
5 beds5.5 baths6,313 sq ft
41 Lake Wind Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$2,750,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths4,634 sq ft
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$1,083,599

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$4,633/mo

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Market trends in 06840, CT

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.2%

+3.0% MoM

Median sale price

$2.7M

$93K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

15 days MoM

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17 MoM

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Sale history for 216 Turtle Back Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$25,698 (+3.1%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2022

$24,925 (+1.2%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2021

$24,640

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2020

$24,640 (−0.4%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2019

$24,748 (−6.1%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2018

$26,358 (+1.7%)

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

2017

$25,908 (+2.2%)

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

2016

$25,348 (+5.0%)

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

2014

$24,151

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

Tax history for 216 Turtle Back Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$25,698 (+3.1%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2022

$24,925 (+1.2%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2021

$24,640

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2020

$24,640 (−0.4%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2019

$24,748 (−6.1%)

$700,210 + $656,600

$1,356,810

2018

$26,358 (+1.7%)

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

2017

$25,908 (+2.2%)

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

2016

$25,348 (+5.0%)

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

2014

$24,151

$756,490 + $797,650

$1,554,140

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.87 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,236

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

184829

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, Driveway
Garages Number: 3

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
Room Count: 11
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: Awnings, Barn, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Patio

Lot Information
Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Beige

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 5236
Driveway Type: Private

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,356,810

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Air, Radiant, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Estimated Annual Heat Cost: $10,000
Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows

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 School(s), Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
Directions: Oenoke Ridge or West Road to Turtle Back Road.
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,236
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 184829

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 6

Around this home

Schools

West School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.4mi

10/10

Saxe Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi

10/10

New Canaan High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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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Historical weather

New Canaan, CT • 06840

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$3.08M – $3.72M

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Home values near 216 Turtle Back Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
112 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5454 Sq. Ft.	$3,216,319
132 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4954 Sq. Ft.	$3,513,674

Address	Redfin Estimate
340 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 7361 Sq. Ft.	$4,618,334
316 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 5 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 6402 Sq. Ft.	$4,895,845

Address	Redfin Estimate
174 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 6789 Sq. Ft.	$3,814,445
284 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3260 Sq. Ft.	$2,383,970

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