Here's a chance to own a piece of New Canaan History. From the moment you enter this beloved family home you will appreciate the soft warm atmosphere of the rich beamed ceilings, wide-plank floors and stone beehive fireplace. The Joseph Stevens-Charles Saxon House is an antique-lover’s dream. Rich in history dating back to 1722, it boasts priceless character and charm. Once owned by renowned American Cartoonist Charles Saxon, known for his work for THE NEW YORKER, the sun-filled rooms & graciously scaled interior spaces invite and welcome you. The highly flexible main-floor plan features a large eat-in kitchen updated by Deane, Inc. a formal dining room with fireplace, two gracious living areas for intimate family gatherings or holiday entertaining and a first-floor home office/ bedroom with half bath. Four additional bedrooms and two baths complete the second level. Generous closet space throughout. Outside you’ll delight in the large covered sitting porch that overlooks 1.6 acres of expansive level property with rambling stone walls, lush perennial gardens and flowering trees. A detached 2-car garage with separate sunny studio/office space w/bath completes this historic offering with timeless qualities. In the heart of New Canaan and convenient to everything.
Sold for $1,200,000 on 12/14/22
$1,200,000
228 Weed Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
4beds
2,560sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1722
1.61 Acres Lot
$1,930,000 Zestimate®
$469/sqft
$7,316 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2022 at 03:15pm
Listed by:
Taylor Tait,
Houlihan Lawrence
Bought with:
Chau Ngo, RES.0820644
Douglas Elliman of Connecticut
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170522479

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 201.02 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.11 x 11.1
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Full Bath, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 20.4
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 161.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 13.9
Bedroom
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 190.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 16.7
Family room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Built-in Features, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 362.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.9 x 19.2
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 19.6
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 258.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 17.1
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Sliders
- Level: Main
- Area: 174.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 14.4
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Full Bath
- Level: Other
- Area: 347.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 18.1
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Unfinished,Concrete
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Floored
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,560
- Total interior livable area: 2,560 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,560
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Private, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 1.61 Acres
- Features: Dry, Cleared, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 183647
- Zoning: 1AC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1722
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Library, Park, Playground, Private Rec Facilities, Pool, Public Rec Facilities
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Services availability

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