Not to be missed! 86 Old Norwalk Road, New Canaan, a charming gambrel colonial set on an oversized corner lot of cul de sac street. Enjoy both natural beauty and convenient access to schools, parks, and downtown New Canaan. Located on a sidewalk-lined street, enjoy a scenic stroll to New Canaan's top-rated schools or take the nearby hiking trails to Kiwanis Park, featuring a playground. The peaceful property boasts beautiful English-style gardens with stonework, including a hummingbird & pollinator garden for viewing from the screened porch. The original carriage house with loft provides additional space for your wildest dreams. Enjoy outdoor living & entertaining with a newly finished over 1000 Sq Ft deck off the kitchen. Inside, the home offers three spacious bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a finished basement with a family room and office. This bright home has oversized windows in living and dining room with nature views from every room. With a freshly painted interior and exterior, generator hook-up with an included gas generator, and thoughtful updates throughout, this home is ready for you to move in with fewer worries and more time to enjoy everything New Canaan has to offer. Sidewalks on Old Norwalk Road connect to Main Street and Farm Road to Saxe Middle School, High School, Waveny Park, and South Elementary School and downtown. Crosswalk to Kiwanis Park with playground, sandy beach with swimming filtered pond, basketball court, and more. Half bathroom is original but not listed on tax card.
Sold for $1,364,000
$1,364,000
86 Old Norwalk Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
3beds
1,868sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.7 Acres Lot
$1,396,900 Zestimate®
$730/sqft
$6,011 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,396,900
$1.26M - $1.56M
$6,011/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 21, 2025 at 05:50am
Listed by:
Elizabeth W DiMatteo 203-524-9239,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-966-2633
Bought with:
Natalie Bousquet, RES.0814650
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24075899
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Dry Bar, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Living room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 18
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Rec play room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Partially Finished,Concrete
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,868
- Total interior livable area: 1,868 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,568
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Barn, Attached, Other, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.70 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Dry, Level, Landscaped, Open Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 186766
- Zoning: ARES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Basketball Court, Lake, Park, Playground, Private School(s)
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2025 | Sold | $1,364,000+24.1%$730/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24075899 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,099,000$588/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24075899 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000$588/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24075899 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,315 +3.4% | $737,870 |
| 2024 | $11,909 +23.7% | $737,870 +45.1% |
| 2023 | $9,631 +3.1% | $508,480 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10South SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South
- 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.
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