Elizabeth Blanchard
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(475) 465-6937
19 Total Sales
13 in New Canaan
$385K - $3.5M Price Range
197 Bowery Rd New Canaan, CT 06840
New Canaan Area
6
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,549
Sq Ft
4.69
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Home fronts a pond
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- 4.69 Acre Lot
- Wolf Appliances
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of August 2026Privately set at the end of a long drive and elevated to capture tranquil reservoir views, this more than 5,500 square foot Colonial offers a rare sense of serenity and scale. Designed to embrace its natural surroundings, the home features beautifully proportioned interiors and oversized windows that bathe each space in light. The grand living room with fireplace opens seamlessly to a screened porch, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor experience ideal for quiet mornings or relaxed entertaining. A spacious eat-in kitchen with SubZero, Wolf and Miele appliances, huge center island, and skylight connects to the inviting family room with fireplace. The second level offers a refined primary suite along with five additional bedrooms, including ensuite and Jack-and-Jill configurations. Surrounded by professionally landscaped grounds, with a tennis court and charming gazebo, the property offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from town.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Connecticut, LLC Brokerage Phone: (203) 388-5353 License #RES.0803654 Listed on: 05/05/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $26,093
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 4.69 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a pond
- Property is zoned 4AC
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Masonry Siding
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2 Fireplaces
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Workshop
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Wolf Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Garage Access
Schools
- West Elementary School
- Saxe Middle School
- New Canaan High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Well
- Oil Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 185006
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2019
Closed on
Jun 15, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Rowley
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Gronseth
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$130,000
-10.04%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.26%
Original Mortgage
$1
Outstanding Balance
$1
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in New Canaan, CT
-
Elizabeth Blanchard
-
Suzette Kraus
Suzette Kraus
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(845) 643-2548
98 Total Sales
1 in New Canaan
$1,415,000 Price
-
Mike Albert
Mike Albert
RE/MAX RISE
(860) 845-0960
255 Total Sales
1 in New Canaan
$2,675,000 Price
-
Frederick Cindrich
Frederick Cindrich
Giner Real Estate
(914) 653-7851
40 Total Sales
1 in New Canaan
$2,600,000 Price
-
Mary Kirby
Mary Kirby
Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
(877) 840-7773
21 Total Sales
1 in New Canaan
$1,620,000 Price
-
Fredda Takacs
Fredda Takacs
Higgins Group Real Estate
(475) 269-6854
133 Total Sales
1 in New Canaan
$1,410,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,165,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2026 08/06/26 | Sold | $2,702,500 | -3.3% | $487 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/23/2026 06/23/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/07/2026 05/07/26 | For Sale | $2,795,000 | +139.9% | $504 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/01/2019 07/01/19 | Sold | $1,165,000 | -10.0% | $236 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/24/2019 06/24/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/04/2019 04/04/19 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $262 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,093 | $1,563,380 | $677,250 | $886,130 |
| 2024 | $25,233 | $1,563,380 | $677,250 | $886,130 |
| 2023 | $23,754 | $1,254,190 | $619,430 | $634,760 |
| 2022 | $23,039 | $1,254,190 | $619,430 | $634,760 |
| 2021 | $22,776 | $1,254,190 | $619,430 | $634,760 |
| 2020 | $22,776 | $1,254,190 | $619,430 | $634,760 |
| 2019 | $22,876 | $1,254,190 | $619,430 | $634,760 |
| 2018 | $27,608 | $1,627,850 | $726,390 | $901,460 |
| 2017 | $27,136 | $1,627,850 | $726,390 | $901,460 |
| 2016 | $26,550 | $1,627,850 | $726,390 | $901,460 |
| 2015 | $26,957 | $1,627,850 | $726,390 | $901,460 |
| 2014 | $23,737 | $1,527,470 | $726,390 | $801,080 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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John Dunn
Seller's Agent in 2026
John Dunn
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 388-5353
26 Total Sales
-
Amanda Bryan
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Amanda Bryan
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 246-1064
92 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth Rowley
Seller's Agent in 2019
Elizabeth Rowley
William Pitt
(203) 979-3440
43 Total Sales
-
Barbara Gronseth
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Barbara Gronseth
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 524-0880
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 24166472
APN: NCAN-000035-000037-000009
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