Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Ellen Gallagher
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 216-0699
3 in this area
52 Total Sales
289 Wahackme Rd New Canaan, CT 06840
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,187
Sq Ft
1.21
Acres
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- 2 Fireplaces
- West Elementary School Rated A+
- Attic
- Mud Room
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to 289 Wahackme Rd, a fusion of modern style and classic charm. This jewel box was meticulously renovated and expanded by the award-winning Gardiner Larson Homes and is tailored for today's modern lifestyle with sophistication and practicality. The original 1955 home was taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2021-2022. This "Smart House" spans 3,056 square feet on 2 levels with approx. 600 additional square feet of finished space in the lower level. It features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 and a half sleek bathrooms. Sunlight streams through the oversized Marvin windows, accentuating the open, airy layout and highlighting the seamless flow between rooms. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated including Hardie board siding, a maintenance free deck and pristine hardwood floors throughout. House is on city water, too. At the heart of the home is an exquisitely designed kitchen, equipped with premium finishes that cater to culinary enthusiasts. Set on a professionally landscaped 1.21 acre, this property offers private outdoor space perfect for entertaining or simply unwinding, with a potential pool site enhancing its allure. This residence is ideally situated, offering a harmonious blend of peaceful living and accessibility to local amenities, award winning schools, parks, and transport links. Experience luxury and innovation at its finest in this exceptional New Canaan home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0782196 Listed on: 06/24/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,559
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 1.21 Acre Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned 2AC
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Ridge Vents on the Roof
- HardiePlank Siding
Interior Spaces
- Sound System
- 2 Fireplaces
- Thermal Windows
- Mud Room
- Home Gym
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Storage In Attic
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Unfinished Attic
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Smart Thermostat
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Deck
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Rain Gutters
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
- Programmable Thermostat
- Electric Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 184304
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 24, 2025
Closed on
Aug 19, 2025
Sold by
Rosenbauer Taylor A
Bought by
Robert T Obrien Jr Ret and Diane M Obrien Ret
Seller's Agent
Mary Ellen Gallagher
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jaime Sneddon
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$2,750,000
Sold Price
$2,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-1.82%
Views
25
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.01%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 11, 2022
Closed on
Sep 20, 2022
Sold by
289 Wahackme Llc
Bought by
Rosenbauer Taylor A
Seller's Agent
Mary Higgins
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Mary Ellen Gallagher
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,595,000
Views
25
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.36%
Original Mortgage
$1,920,000
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 20, 2021
Closed on
Oct 23, 2021
Sold by
Mary Emerson Ret
Bought by
289 Wahackme Rd Llc
Seller's Agent
Susan McClellan Valk
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Mary Higgins
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,060,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
0.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
170.42%
Original Mortgage
$1,166,360
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 2020
Sold by
Emerson Mary
Bought by
Mary Emerson Ret
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 1989
Sold by
Blakeman Carol
Bought by
Aloian D Pike
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $2,700,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,595,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,595,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $1,060,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $1,060,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $500,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,920,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,166,360 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $104,330 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $114,195 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $137,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2025 08/27/25 | Sold | $2,700,000 | -1.8% | $645 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | For Sale | $2,750,000 | +6.0% | $657 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/20/2022 09/20/22 | Sold | $2,595,000 | 0.0% | $710 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/29/2022 07/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/24/2022 06/24/22 | Price Changed | $2,595,000 | 0.0% | $710 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/24/2022 06/24/22 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | 0.0% | $710 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/21/2022 06/21/22 | Off Market | $2,595,000 | -- | -- | |
| 06/09/2022 06/09/22 | Price Changed | $2,695,000 | -3.6% | $737 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/11/2022 05/11/22 | For Sale | $2,795,000 | +163.7% | $764 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/26/2021 10/26/21 | Sold | $1,060,000 | +1.0% | $327 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/26/2021 08/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/20/2021 08/20/21 | For Sale | $1,050,000 | -- | $324 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $23,559 | $1,411,550 | $630,000 | $781,550 |
| 2024 | $22,782 | $1,411,550 | $630,000 | $781,550 |
| 2023 | $20,537 | $1,084,300 | $547,540 | $536,760 |
| 2022 | $12,935 | $704,130 | $547,540 | $156,590 |
| 2021 | $12,787 | $704,130 | $547,540 | $156,590 |
| 2020 | $12,787 | $704,130 | $547,540 | $156,590 |
| 2019 | $12,843 | $704,130 | $547,540 | $156,590 |
| 2018 | $12,372 | $729,470 | $500,710 | $228,760 |
| 2017 | $12,160 | $729,470 | $500,710 | $228,760 |
| 2016 | $11,898 | $729,470 | $500,710 | $228,760 |
| 2015 | $11,664 | $729,470 | $500,710 | $228,760 |
| 2014 | $11,336 | $729,470 | $500,710 | $228,760 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Ellen Gallagher
-
Jaime Sneddon
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jaime Sneddon
William Pitt
(203) 219-3769
144 in this area
165 Total Sales
-
Mary Higgins
Seller's Agent in 2022
Mary Higgins
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 247-1625
37 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
Susan McClellan Valk
S
Seller's Agent in 2021
Susan McClellan Valk
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 966-7800
6 in this area
6 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 24106370
APN: NCAN-000026-000022-G000043
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