Off market jul 2021 for $4.8M

$6,088,413

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $15,353/mo

•

13,477

sq ft

487 West Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

About this home

Premier property by award-winning architect Mark Finlay. Georgian colonial revival offers exceptional spaces & graceful everyday living. 4 acres close to town on coveted lower West Rd. Home features 21' double height entry hall with wraparound stairway, 12' ceilings, outstanding materials & craftsmanship & bathed in natural light. Excellent space for art collectors. New kitchen with adjacent breakfast room. Large open-concept family room with walls of windows overlooking the backyard. Formal living room, music room, library & formal dining room. Approved pool & tennis court plans available. 6 bedrooms on second floor all with new bathrooms. 7th bedroom in newly finished lower level with full bath, exercise room, rec room & wired theater. Beautiful new stone terrace, outdoor kitchen & English gardens.

Owner requests weekend showings if possible. Friday noon to Sunday 4pm.Building permit issued 1988, house completed 1992

Single-familyProperty Type

1992Year Built

4 acresLot Size

$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Jaime Sneddon • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Listed by Kendall Sneddon • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Bought with Wendy Brainard • William Raveis Real Estate

Bought with Heidi Poisella • William Raveis Real Estate

Source:Smart MLS #170395123

Redfin Estimate

$6,088,413

$1.3M since sold in July 2021$53K since September

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This home's estimate is 4.4% higher than the average sale price ($5.83M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$6,550,000
A
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SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$4,700,000
B
5 beds7.5 baths7,443 sq ft
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SOLD APR 29, 2026
$6,785,000
C
7 beds8 baths9,114 sq ft
584 West Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$7,000,000
D
5 beds5 baths7,259 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$4,700,000
E
6 beds6 baths8,505 sq ft
81 Lukes Wood Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
SOLD APR 6, 2026
$5,250,000
F
6 beds7.5 baths12,385 sq ft
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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

106.9%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.3M

$126K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

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103

8 MoM

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Sale history for 487 West Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #170395123

Jul 8, 2021

Sold

$4,800,000

$356/sq ft

May 16, 2021

Contingent

—

May 3, 2021

Listed

$4,695,000

$348/sq ft

Smart MLS #99088694

Jun 25, 2015

Sold

$3,200,000

$237/sq ft

May 28, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Jan 4, 2015

Listed

$3,795,000

$282/sq ft

Award-winning Mark Finlay-designed Georgian Col Revival offers exceptional spaces & graceful everyday living. 4 park-like acres just 2 miles from town on coveted lower West Road. Features 21' double height entry hall w/wraparound stairwell, 12' ceilings, outstanding materials/craftsmanship & bathed in natural light throughout. Excellent space for art collectors. Formal LR, music rm, library & dining rm as well as large open-design family living space. Photographs do not convey home's serenity and presence. Excellent condition. Additionally 4000+ sf lower level & large attic offer space for studio, wine cellar, spa. Pool plans available. Ideal for family living & formal entertaining. West Coast owner has priced to sell.

Separate Addendum in buyer's packet.

Smart MLS #99060205

Dec 24, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Apr 8, 2014

Listed

$4,795,000

$356/sq ft

GMLS #91338

Sep 3, 2014

Listed

$4,795,000

$356/sq ft

Smart MLS #98413136

Mar 13, 2009

Listed

$3,995,000

$296/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 14, 2000

Sold

$3,775,000

$280/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 17, 1992

Sold

$780,000

$58/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 10, 1987

Sold

$775,000

$58/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 2, 1987

Sold

$250,000

$19/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$53,032 (+3.1%)

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2022

$51,436 (+1.2%)

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2021

$50,848

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2020

$50,848 (−33.1%)

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2019

$76,058 (+33.5%)

$808,220 + $3,361,610

$4,169,830

2018

$56,975 (−0.8%)

$873,180 + $2,486,190

$3,359,370

2017

$57,459 (+2.2%)

$873,180 + $2,573,690

$3,446,870

2016

$56,218 (+5.0%)

$873,180 + $2,573,690

$3,446,870

2014

$53,564

$873,180 + $2,573,690

$3,446,870

Tax history for 487 West Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$53,032 (+3.1%)

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2022

$51,436 (+1.2%)

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2021

$50,848

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2020

$50,848 (−33.1%)

$808,220 + $1,991,780

$2,800,000

2019

$76,058 (+33.5%)

$808,220 + $3,361,610

$4,169,830

2018

$56,975 (−0.8%)

$873,180 + $2,486,190

$3,359,370

2017

$57,459 (+2.2%)

$873,180 + $2,573,690

$3,446,870

2016

$56,218 (+5.0%)

$873,180 + $2,573,690

$3,446,870

2014

$53,564

$873,180 + $2,573,690

$3,446,870

*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

8.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

10,477

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

184789

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, Paved
Garages Number: 3

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 19
Laundry Room Location: First floor
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Audio System, Security System
Thermostat(s)
Fireplaces Total: 3
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 8
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 7

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Music Room, Sitting Room
Room Count: 15
Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished, Liveable Space
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Wood Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Garden Area, Grill, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler

Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped

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

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 10477
Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $2,800,000

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Propane
Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Propane
Energy Features: Fireplace Insert, Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Location

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

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Private School(s), Public Pool, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
Directions: Weed Street to West Road, on the right
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 8.5
Sq. Ft.: 10,477
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 184789

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Around this home

Schools

West School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.9mi

10/10

Saxe Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi

10/10

New Canaan High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi

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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% 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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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

$5.78M – $7.00M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
461 West Road, New Canaan, CT 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3936 Sq. Ft.	$3,778,663
429 West Road, New Canaan, CT - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$5,088,043

Address	Redfin Estimate
403 West Road, New Canaan, CT 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4022 Sq. Ft.	—
389 West Road, New Canaan, CT 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5291 Sq. Ft.	$4,446,948

Address	Redfin Estimate
545 West Road, New Canaan, CT 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 6904 Sq. Ft.	$4,120,981
510 West Road, New Canaan, CT 6 Beds \| 8 Baths \| 9011 Sq. Ft.	$6,431,608

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