$2,500,000
SOLD JUN 20, 2025

38 Old Rock Ln New Canaan, CT 06840

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,446 Sq Ft
2.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$562 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.29 Acre Lot
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • South Elementary School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of June 2025

Mid-Century Masterpiece expertly restored to reflect the original vision of renowned architect John Black Lee, this sun-drenched mid-century modern home seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings. Set on two park-like acres with mature specimen trees and thoughtfully designed landscaping, the property offers exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Expansive glass walls connect generous living spaces to the outdoors, including a newly renovated kitchen with an adjoining deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing with nature views. The home features three fireplaces, a spacious office loft flooded with natural light, and a well-integrated open-concept layout. The luxurious primary suite includes a spa-like bath and a large walk-in closet. Secondary bedrooms offer built-in storage, while the flexible lower level provides potential for an au pair or in-law suite, complete with private access via the oversized garage. Located just minutes from the village of New Canaan, top-rated schools, parks, and transit, this impeccably designed home offers a lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and timeless architectural elegance.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Rwambuya

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0791187 Listed on: 05/13/2025

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Amanda Bryan

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0787038

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,205

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 2.29 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned 2AC

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 60 Gallon+ Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion List
  • Assessor Parcel Number 188521

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,205

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3094
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1352
  • Total Sq Ft: 4446
  • Year Built: 1965
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: There is a small parcel of land with this home which is located in Norwalk, which allows for beach & Norwalk resident rights for ~$50 of annual Norwalk property tax.
  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion List
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3094
  • Street Type: Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Cooled, Walk-out, Liveable Space
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 38

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Lighting
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Under House Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 80 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.29
  • Lot Description: Dry Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 2AC
  • Parcel #: 188521

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 20205
  • Total Assessed Value: 1251880
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.14

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2025
Closed on
Jun 20, 2025
Sold by
Zoller Cosima S and Schierhold Michael P
Bought by
Warner Mathew and Warner Saranne
Seller's Agent
Melissa Rwambuya
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Bryan
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.2%
Views
29

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,497,281
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$940,465

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2021
Closed on
Jun 4, 2021
Sold by
Schulze Merlin and Schulze Gail
Bought by
Zoller Cosima and Schierhold Michael
Seller's Agent
Betsy DiMatteo
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Kristi Vaughan
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.09%
Original Mortgage
$1,013,600
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2014
Sold by
Schulze Merlin D and Schulze J
Bought by
Schulze Merlin D and Schulze J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,800
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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 $2,500,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,267,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,267,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $208,130 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,013,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $227,800 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $244,747 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold $2,500,000 +0.2% $562 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $2,495,000 +95.7% $561 / Sq Ft
06/04/2021 06/04/21 Sold $1,275,000 +2.0% $287 / Sq Ft
03/22/2021 03/22/21 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2021 02/11/21 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $281 / 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 $20,894 $1,251,880 $791,000 $460,880
2024 $20,205 $1,251,880 $791,000 $460,880
2023 $16,024 $846,020 $644,490 $201,530
2022 $15,541 $846,020 $644,490 $201,530
2021 $15,364 $846,020 $644,490 $201,530
2020 $15,364 $846,020 $644,490 $201,530
2019 $15,431 $846,020 $644,490 $201,530
2018 $16,133 $951,230 $561,680 $389,550
2017 $15,857 $951,230 $561,680 $389,550
2016 $15,515 $951,230 $561,680 $389,550
2015 $15,752 $951,230 $561,680 $389,550
2014 $14,782 $951,230 $561,680 $389,550
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24094703

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000036-000125-000036