$3,051,000
SOLD MAR 12, 2025

223 Michigan Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

5 Beds
8 Baths
7,668 Sq Ft
4.1 Acres

Recently Sold

$398 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 4.1 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to a beautiful country estate in a storybook setting on park-like gated 4-acre level property with front porch and all on a quiet, private lane (223 Michigan is also known as Lee Lane). Experience unparalleled luxury in this stunning 5-bedroom, 7-bath home, boasting high ceilings, open format and an updated kitchen perfect for entertaining. The great room/breakfast room/kitchen with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, sitting island and cozy eating nook are all favorite gathering spots. Admire the beautiful millwork throughout, and bask in the abundant natural light that floods the kitchen, breakfast room, and family room. Additionally, the home features a large mudroom and a dedicated dog room, catering to all your practical and pet-friendly needs. There are multiple work from home office options on the main floor and second floor. This exquisite property combines elegance, comfort, and functionality. Outdoor amenities include a newly installed gunite pool with auto cover, large patio with stone chimney fireplace all surrounded by lush lawns, nature, peace and tranquility.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hannelore Kaplan

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0771569 Listed on: 01/02/2025

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Leslie McElwreath

Sotheby's International Realty License #RES.0763604

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,842

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 4.1 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned 4AC

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Gym
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • West Elementary School
  • Saxe Middle School
  • New Canaan High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Ask for list please
  • Assessor Parcel Number 185038

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,842

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6168
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1500
  • Total Sq Ft: 7668
  • Year Built: 1973
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Paddle Tennis, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Exclusions: Ask for list please
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Oenoke Ridge to Lukes Wood to Michigan or Smith Ridge to Michigan.Private Lane off of Michigan Rd (closest cross street is Summersweet)
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 6168
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 8
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Cooled, Interior Access, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Compactor, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Mud Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 223

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Tank Size Unknown
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • Middle School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.1
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded On Cul-De-Sac Professionally Landscaped Open Lot
  • Zoning: 4AC
  • Parcel #: 185038

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 32842
  • Total Assessed Value: 2034830
  • Mil Rate Total: 18.16

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: West
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • High School: New Canaan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2025
Closed on
Mar 3, 2025
Sold by
Frye Alexandra J
Bought by
Pelagicone Llc
Seller's Agent
Hannelore Kaplan
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Leslie McElwreath
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,950,000
Sold Price
$3,051,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
3.42%
Views
75
Current Estimated Value
$3,204,703

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,703
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2020
Sold by
Britt Linda
Bought by
Frye Alexandra

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2004
Sold by
Rauscher Walter C and Rauscher Anne Marie
Bought by
Britt Linda L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,499,000
Interest Rate
4.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2000
Sold by
Kennedy John
Bought by
Rauscher Walter C and Rauscher Anne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
8.13%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $3,051,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $3,051,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,735,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $2,175,000 --
Warranty Deed $2,175,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,650,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,650,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,300,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,499,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $1,000,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/12/2025 03/12/25 Sold $3,051,000 +3.4% $398 / Sq Ft
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Pending -- -- --
01/02/2025 01/02/25 For Sale $2,950,000 +70.0% $385 / Sq Ft
08/04/2020 08/04/20 Sold $1,735,000 -8.4% $281 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/26/2020 05/26/20 For Sale $1,895,000 0.0% $307 / Sq Ft
05/24/2020 05/24/20 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2020 02/05/20 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $307 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $33,961 $2,034,830 $588,000 $1,446,830
2024 $32,842 $2,034,830 $588,000 $1,446,830
2023 $29,084 $1,535,590 $613,270 $922,320
2022 $28,209 $1,535,590 $613,270 $922,320
2021 $27,307 $1,503,670 $613,270 $890,400
2020 $27,307 $1,503,670 $613,270 $890,400
2019 $27,427 $1,503,670 $613,270 $890,400
2018 $30,335 $1,788,640 $719,320 $1,069,320
2017 $29,817 $1,788,640 $719,320 $1,069,320
2016 $29,173 $1,788,640 $719,320 $1,069,320
2015 $28,600 $1,788,640 $719,320 $1,069,320
2014 $27,795 $1,788,640 $719,320 $1,069,320
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24063288

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000034-000038-000052