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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

    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.

    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#: 170522479MLS Logo

    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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