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$2,750,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,399 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 5 days ago
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Tucked away at the end of a coveted cul-de-sac, this storybook expanded Cape blends timeless charm with exceptional craftsmanship and beautiful indoor-outdoor living. Surrounded by spectacular gardens, this special home offers four bedrooms, four full and one half baths, and thoughtfully designed spaces filled with warmth and character. At the heart of the home are inviting living and entertaining spaces, including a gracious living room, elegant dining room, cozy family room, and a sun-drenched sunroom wrapped in glass doors that open to the breathtaking grounds beyond. An office tucked beneath the dormers provides a private and inspiring workspace, while recently added first-floor laundry room adds everyday practicality with built ins, storage and a wine refrigerator. The serene primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a large west-facing deck perfect for enjoying sunset views over the gardens. Every room reflects the quality and care with which this home was built and lovingly maintained. Offering the rare combination of privacy, charm, and an exceptional cul-de-sac location, this is a home that feels both timeless and welcoming from the moment you arrive. Once there, you won't want to leave!

Full Property Details for 85 Bittersweet Ln

General

  • Sold For: $2,750,000
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24184625
  • Added to Site: 68 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Rooms/Areas: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 4
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Balcony/Deck, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, 21 x 16, Upper
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Book Shelves, Full Bath, 16 x 13, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Full Bath, 17 x 16, Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom, 22 x 15, Upper

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 21 x 16, Main
  • Great Room: Great Room, 27 x 17, Upper
  • Family Room: Family Room - Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, 25 x 14, Main
  • Kitchen: Kitchen - Breakfast Bar, Built-In Hutch, Hardwood Floor, 18 x 14, Main
  • Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Vaulted Ceiling, Built-Ins, Dining Area, 12 x 12, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 16 x 13, Main
  • Office: Office - Built-Ins, 15 x 5, Upper
  • Game room: Yes
  • Game Room: Rec/Play Room, 23 x 13, Lower
  • Rec Room: 23 x 13, Lower
  • Laundry: Main Level

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Garden Area, Stone Wall, French Doors, Patio

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Attached Garage

Location

  • County: Fairfield
  • Driving Directions: Brushy Ridge to Rosebrook to Bittersweet Lane. Driveway is straight ahead at end of cul-de-sac; house on right.

School Information

  • Elementary School: East
  • Middle School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Heater: Oil, Upright Tank

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Private Well

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Shingle, Brick
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Square Feet: 4,399
  • Above Ground: 4,100 Sq. Ft.
  • Below Ground: 299 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1966

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 2.11
  • Zoning: 2AC
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, On Cul-De-Sac

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $1,135,330
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Exclusions: see attached inclusion/exclusion list
  • Property ID: 187465

Listed by Houlihan Lawrence, Michele Murray Sloan
Sold by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Nicole Blackman

Listing agent

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Schools serving 85 Bittersweet Ln

School District:New Canaan School District
NameGradesDistance
East School
54 Little Brook Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
K-40.9 mi
Saxe Middle School
468 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840
5-81.9 mi
New Canaan High School
11 Farm Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
9-122.1 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 85 Bittersweet Ln

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/18/2026
Sold
$2,750,000
5.97%
MLS
6/17/2026
Listed
$2,595,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Houlihan Lawrence, Michele Murray Sloan
Sold by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Nicole Blackman

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85 Bittersweet Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840 (MLS# 24184625) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,750,000 on August 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 85 Bittersweet Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Canaan? You can browse all New Canaan real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.