Available in June for $14,500 and/or July for $20,000. The Otnes House is a true floating oasis and now available as a summer rental! This rolling property overlooks nearly 3.5 acres, complete with a one-of-a-kind pool carved into a natural stone quarry with beautiful surrounding gardens. John Johansen of the celebrated Harvard Five designed this mid-century modern for famous collage artist Fred Otnes, who lived here for over 50 years. Walls of glass bring in beautiful natural light; expansive decks & pergolas have created an open floor plan concept to bring the outside in. The renovated kitchen features Bauformat cabinetry and high end European appliances, and the primary bedroom has a sitting room, office area and attached artist studio. Two additional bedrooms and two bathrooms complete the main house, and adjacent to the home is a two-car garage with ample room for storage or an additional studio space. The property is approximately 50 miles/90min from New York City and 5 minutes to a Metro-North stop which takes you directly to Grand Central. Redding offers an abundance of trails, nearby shops and restaurants of Westport, Darien and Ridgefield. A wonderful place to call home.
This property is priced $13,110 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$14,500
Rental estimate
$1,390
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Sale and tax history for 26 Chalburn Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SMARTMLS #24149390
Oct 18, 2026
Listed for Rent
$14,500
$5/sq ft
SMARTMLS #24157761
Apr 13, 2026
Rental Removed
$20,000
$7/sq ft
Mar 14, 2026
Listed for Rent
$20,000
$7/sq ft
SMARTMLS #24148898
Mar 11, 2026
Rental Removed
$50,000
$17/sq ft
Jan 16, 2026
Listed for Rent
$50,000
$17/sq ft
SMARTMLS #24133865
Jan 16, 2026
Rental Removed
$13,000
$4/sq ft
Oct 17, 2025
Listed for Rent
$13,000
$4/sq ft
SMARTMLS #24099576
Aug 30, 2025
Rental Removed
$20,000
$7/sq ft
May 29, 2025
Listed for Rent
$20,000
$7/sq ft
GMLS #122895
May 30, 2025
Rental Removed
$20,000
$7/sq ft
May 29, 2025
Listed for Rent
$20,000
$7/sq ft
GMLS #121988
May 20, 2025
Rental Removed
$20,000
$7/sq ft
Jan 31, 2025
Listed for Rent
$20,000
$7/sq ft
GMLS #119728
Mar 18, 2024
Rental Removed
$53,000
$18/sq ft
Jan 26, 2024
Listed for Rent
$53,000
$18/sq ft
SMARTMLS #170571497
Jan 26, 2024
Rental Removed
$12,000
$4/sq ft
Jul 21, 2023
Listed for Rent
$12,000
$4/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 2020
Sold
$1,560,000
$519/sq ft
Smart MLS #170304797
Aug 12, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Aug 12, 2020
Sold
$1,560,000
$519/sq ft
Jun 20, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 12, 2020
Listed
$1,500,000
$499/sq ft
Live out your fantasy in this sleek mid-century modern floating on a knoll overlooking a stunning landscape and its one-of-a-kind pool carved into a natural stone quarry with a waterfall, surrounded by a zen garden and specimen plantings. Designed by one of the celebrated Harvard Five architects, John Johansen, it was home to Fred Otnes, a famous collage artist, for over 50 years. This stunning light-filled home has an open floor plan concept with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open to multiple decks and pergolas all of which have been replaced with tempered glass. The kitchen has been renovated with sleek Bauformat cabinetry and high end European appliances. An artist studio and workroom addition was seamlessly created by the former owner and is currently being used as the master bedroom/suite with its peaked skylight under the starlit sky. There is adjoining space for an office/studio. The two-car garage in an adjacent structure has ample room for storage or additional studio space. PERFECTION .. PROVENANCE .. PRIVACY
Smart MLS #99059385
Jul 2, 2015
Sold
$821,700
$274/sq ft
Apr 7, 2015
Listing Removed
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May 12, 2014
Listed
$899,000
$299/sq ft
John Johansen of the celebrated Harvard Five designed this mid century Modern for a well known Artist. Situated on a knoll overlooking almost 4 acres in bucolic West Redding Ct the house has remained with the original owners for over fifty years. Sleek and crisp it floats over the landscape. Walls of glass, expansive decks & pergolas, this 2/3 bedroom home is a pure gem. Large entry foyer, corner dining room and bar, and one of the most stunning living rooms-great entertaining space. Master bedroom with bath, a wall of closets and direct access to deck. 2nd bedroom with office and built in cabinets. Large art gallery and studio. Unbelievable private pool built into stone quarry. Pool shed and detached two car garage. Totally awesome!
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Listing agent: Alexandra Friedman (9175444221)
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Last Updated: 2026-10-18T12:45:42.075Z
26 Chalburn Rd is a 3004 square foot property with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. We estimate that 26 Chalburn Rd would rent between $1,390 / mo.26 Chalburn Rd is located in Redding, the 06896 zipcode, and the Redding School District.