474 Ponus Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
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 ...
- 194 days |
- 273 |
- 8 |
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
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
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
Video & virtual tour
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $6,495,000$774/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $6,495,000+103%$774/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/21/2012 | Sold | $3,200,000-19.9%$381/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/23/2012 | Price change | $3,995,000-7%$476/sqft |
Source: HALSTEAD PROPERTY | ||
| 5/12/2011 | Listed for sale | $4,295,000-24%$512/sqft |
Source: HALSTEAD PROPERTY #98500449 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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
Estimated market value
$5.72M - $6.32M
$6,023,800
$6,189/mo
Climate risks
Explore flood, wildfire, and other predictive climate risk information for this property on First Street®️.
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10West SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
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.