296 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

Off market apr 2021 for $1.7M

$3,261,434

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $11,762/mo

•

7,015

sq ft

296 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

About this home

This chic, stylish, and sun-filled Colonial has the perfect floor plan for today's living, even with options for that needed Home Office with total privacy. Lots of together space, and plenty of get-away rooms. Off the kitchen and family room is a playroom for the little ones; all rooms are very generous in size, high ceilings, wood floors throughout, and a massive lower level room for all your interests and lifestyle needs. This property backs up to a private estate of 16 acres, so total privacy, but less then 5 mins from the village. Set off the road, on a private enclave of 3 homes, you have a little neighborhood too. The luxurious master bedroom is a private hideaway with lovely fireplace, sitting area, and huge closet and bath. The massive third floor provides space for more home offices. Lower level has work-out rooms, sports-equipment storage room etc. besides a fabulous recreation room with fireplace and walk-out to backyard. Also, underground dog fencing!! Move right into your dream!!

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

1.18 acresLot Size

$465Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Ruth De Villiers • Brown Harris Stevens

Bought with Melissa Jones • Houlihan Lawrence

Source:Smart MLS #170316742

Redfin Estimate

$3,261,434

$1.5M since sold in April 2021$108K since September

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This home's estimate is 24.5% lower than the average sale price ($4.32M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$6,250,000
A
5 beds6 baths6,588 sq ft
211 Oenoke Rdg, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$4,000,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths5,249 sq ft
7 Kimberly Pl, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$7,000,000
C
5 beds5 baths7,259 sq ft
30 Oenoke Ln, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$2,005,000
D
5 beds2.5 baths3,744 sq ft
63 Garibaldi Ln, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$4,250,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths6,211 sq ft
83 Long Lots Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$2,400,500
F
5 beds5 baths4,557 sq ft
107 Parade Hill Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

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$1,841,143

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$4,661/mo

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Market trends in 06840, CT

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

108.1%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$2.4M

$70K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

111

26 MoM

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5 beds7 baths11,184 sq ft
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Sale history for 296 Smith Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$22,120 (+3.1%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2022

$21,454 (+1.2%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2021

$21,209

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2020

$21,209 (−0.4%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2019

$21,302 (−4.7%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2018

$22,341 (+1.7%)

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

2017

$21,959 (+2.2%)

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

2016

$21,485 (+5.0%)

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

2014

$20,470

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

Tax history for 296 Smith Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$22,120 (+3.1%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2022

$21,454 (+1.2%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2021

$21,209

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2020

$21,209 (−0.4%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2019

$21,302 (−4.7%)

$590,380 + $577,500

$1,167,880

2018

$22,341 (+1.7%)

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

2017

$21,959 (+2.2%)

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

2016

$21,485 (+5.0%)

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

2014

$20,470

$625,520 + $691,740

$1,317,260

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.18 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

5,815

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

1830899

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 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 Location: on second floor
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Central Vacuum, Security System
Fireplaces Total: 3
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (Half): 2

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer
Room Count: 12
Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
Exterior Features: Patio, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities

Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Cleared, Rolling

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 5815

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,167,880

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
High School: New Canaan
Elementary School: East

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: one mile north of town on Smith Ridge Rd.
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,815
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1.18 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 1830899

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2

Around this home

Schools

East School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Saxe Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi

10/10

New Canaan High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Estimated sale price

$3.10M – $3.75M

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Home values near 296 Smith Ridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
229 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3107 Sq. Ft.	$1,992,684
297 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6301 Sq. Ft.	$3,626,067

Address	Redfin Estimate
366 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 6 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 7823 Sq. Ft.	$5,264,165
288 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4598 Sq. Ft.	$3,456,161

Address	Redfin Estimate
346 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6844 Sq. Ft.	$5,180,110
306 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 6300 Sq. Ft.	$3,417,971

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