485 Laurel Road, New Canaan, CT 06840 - Photo 1

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$6,750,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
8 Beds
8 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
7,000 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space. The estate also showcases a newly constructed 2-bedroom apartment above a 3-bay garage, complete with a private deck overlooking the picturesque park-like lawn, and a gym with a full bath. Across the property, an award-winning 1-bedroom guest cottage boasts a dramatic 2-story great room, an updated kitchen, a sunroom with a cozy fireplace w/breathtaking views, and a new ADA-compliant bathroom. Additional structures include a barn with an indoor basketball hoop-ideal for recreation or reimagined into something special, a former stable, a 2-story hobby house ideal for a separate home office/creative studio, a historic barn, and a seasonal flower and vegetable garden adding to the charm! The beautifully

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General

Sold For: $6,750,000
Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SMARTMLS
MLS ID: 24070171
Added to Site: 395 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 22
Rooms/Areas: Bonus Room, Foyer, Gym, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Interior Features: Security System
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 7
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 9
Full Bathrooms: 8
Half Bathrooms: 1
Primary Bathroom: Primary Bath - Doubl, Upper

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 8
Primary Suite: Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet, Upper
Bedroom 1: Bedroom, Lower
Bedroom 2: Bedroom, Other
Bedroom 3: Bedroom, Other
Bedroom 4: Bedroom - Beams, Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Upper
Bedroom 5: Bedroom - Beams, Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Tub w/Shower, Upper
Bedroom 6: Bedroom - Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Tub w/Shower, Upper
Bedroom 7: Bedroom - Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Stall Shower, Wide Board Floor, Upper

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room - Cathedral Ceiling, Beams, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Main
Family Room: Family Room - Built-Ins, Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Main
Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Built-Ins, Wet Bar, Fireplace, Island, Pantry, Patio/Terrace, Main
Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Main
Office: Office - Book Shelves, Dry Bar, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Main
Study: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Main
Theater/Media: Media Room, Lower
Laundry: Lower Level, Upper Level
In-Law/Au Pair Suite: Yes

Exterior

Exterior Features: Terrace, Barn, Guest House, Hot Tub, Balcony, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Paddock

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking: Detached Garage

Location

County: Fairfield
Driving Directions: Route 123 to Canoe Hill Rd to Laurel Rd

School Information

Elementary School: East
High School: New Canaan

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Hot Air, Propane
Heating Fuel: Propane
Water Heater: Propane, Domestic

Utilities

Sewer: Septic
Water: Private Well

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Antique, Farm House
Construction Status: No/Resale
Exterior Const.: Clapboard
Basement Desc.: Full, Heated, Storage, Cooled, Partially Finished, Walk-out, Liveable Space
Roof: Wood Shingle
Attic: Yes
Square Feet: 7,000
Above Ground: 7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1846

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 17.5
Zoning: 2AC
Lot Description: Dry, Professionally Landscaped, Rolling, Open Lot

Financial Considerations

Assessment Amount: $2,279,760
Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 187755

Listed and Sold by Compass Connecticut, LLC, The Jennifer Leahy Team, Chau Ngo

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Schools

Schools serving 485 Laurel Rd

School District:New Canaan School District

Name	Grades	Distance
East School 54 Little Brook Road, New Canaan, CT 06840	K-4	2.5 mi
Saxe Middle School 468 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840	5-8	3.5 mi
New Canaan High School 11 Farm Road, New Canaan, CT 06840	9-12	3.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 485 Laurel Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/18/2025

Sold

$6,750,000

-6.9%

MLS

1/22/2025

Listed

$7,250,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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