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Under contract
$6,495,000
6beds
8,392sqft

474 Ponus Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840

6beds
8,392sqft
Single family residence
Built in 2000
4.83 Acres
4 Attached garage spaces
$774 price/sqft

What's special

Discover elegance at this custom stone and shingle French Colonial on 4.9 bucolic acres on New Canaan's coveted west side. Bordering an 11-acre land trust, this 8,332 SF home, plus 2,300 SF finished lower level, offers privacy and proximity to downtown New Canaan and NYC commutes. The exquisite gardens, Inspired by ...

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Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24103974MLS Logo
Travel times

Family Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

Foyer

Wine Cellar

Outdoor 1

Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

Listing updated: December 08, 2025 at 12:20pm

Listed by:

The Engel Team at Douglas Elliman,

Melissa Engel (203)858-0266,

Douglas Elliman of Connecticut 203-889-5580,

Co-Listing Agent: John Engel 203-247-4700,

Douglas Elliman of Connecticut

Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24103974MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 9
  • Full bathrooms: 6
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Rooms
  • Room types: Laundry, Wine Cellar
Primary bedroom
  • Features: Balcony/Deck, Dressing Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 221.52 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14.2 x 15.6
Bedroom
  • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 263.94 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 15.9 x 16.6
Bedroom
  • Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 272.58 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 15.4 x 17.7
Bedroom
  • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 420.09 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 19.9 x 21.11
Bedroom
  • Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 402.22 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 16.9 x 23.8
Bedroom
  • Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath
  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 265.08 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14.1 x 18.8
Bathroom
  • Features: High Ceilings, Stall Shower, Whirlpool Tub, Tile Floor
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 257.54 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 15.8 x 16.3
Dining room
  • Features: Bay/Bow Window, High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 304.94 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 15.8 x 19.3
Family room
  • Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 901.74 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 26.6 x 33.9
Kitchen
  • Features: Bay/Bow Window, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 227.5 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 9.1 x 25
Library
  • Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 276.75 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 13.5 x 20.5
Living room
  • Features: Bay/Bow Window, High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 405.86 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 18.2 x 22.3
Media room
  • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 420 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 20 x 21
Office
  • Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Tile Floor
  • Level: Main
Rec play room
  • Features: Fireplace, Steam/Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 1079.1 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 33 x 32.7
Rec play room
  • Features: Built-in Features
  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 574.2 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 18 x 31.9
Heating
  • Forced Air, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
  • Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
  • Included: Gas Range, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Instant Hot Water, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
  • Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
  • Sound System, Central Vacuum, Sauna, Entrance Foyer
  • Doors: French Doors
  • Basement: Full
  • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
  • Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 8,392
  • Total interior livable area: 8,392 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 8,392
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Breezeway, Lighting, Balcony, Fruit Trees, Garden, Underground Sprinkler
  • Has private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: Gunite, Heated, Salt Water, In Ground
Lot
  • Size: 4.83 Acres
  • Features: Few Trees, Wooded, Level, Landscaped
Details
  • Additional structures: Cabana
  • Parcel number: 2120392
  • Zoning: 2AC
  • Other equipment: Generator, Entertainment System

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial,French
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Shingle Siding, Stone, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Wood
Condition
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 2000

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community
  • Security: Security System
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: New Canaan

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $774/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $3,038,280
  • Annual tax amount: $50,709
  • Date on market: 6/19/2025

Price history

DateEventPrice
10/1/2025Pending sale$6,495,000$774/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24103974
6/25/2025Listed for sale$6,495,000+103%$774/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24103974
9/21/2012Sold$3,200,000-19.9%$381/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #98500449
3/23/2012Price change$3,995,000-7%$476/sqft
Source: HALSTEAD PROPERTY
5/12/2011Listed for sale$4,295,000-24%$512/sqft
Source: HALSTEAD PROPERTY #98500449

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$50,709 +3.4%$3,038,280
2024$49,038 +2.6%$3,038,280 +20.4%
2023$47,808 +3.1%$2,524,200

Find assessor info on the county website

BuyAbility℠ payment

Est. payment
$36,605/mo
Principal & interest
$25185
Property taxes
$9147
Home insurance
$2273

    Estimated market value

    $5.72M - $6.32M

    $6,023,800

    $6,189/mo

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    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: West
    • Middle: Saxe Middle
    • High: New Canaan

    Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.