$6,495,000

474 Ponus Ridge New Canaan, CT 06840

Estimated payment $39,547/month

Total Views 6,771
6 Beds
9 Baths
8,392 Sq Ft
$774 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Cabana
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Sauna
  • 4.83 Acre Lot

About This Home

Discover elegance at this custom stone and shingle French Colonial on 4.9 bucolic acres on New Canaan's coveted west side. Bordering an 11-acre land trust, this 8,332 SF home, plus 2,300 SF finished lower level, offers privacy and proximity to downtown New Canaan and NYC commutes. The exquisite gardens, Inspired by Villa d'Este, create a resort-like setting with spectacular views from every window. The grounds feature parterre gardens, a pool, cabana, bluestone terraces with custom wrought iron railings, and a treed meadow. A Belgian block-lined driveway leads to two 2-car garages with a porte-cochere. Grand interior spaces have oversized windows, 10-12' ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, five marble fireplaces, and deep moldings. The 1,500 SF kitchen and family room dazzle with a Pietra Cardosa island, Viking range, Sub-Zero appliances, and French doors to terraces. The primary suite features a 13' cathedral ceiling, balcony, and luxurious bathroom. Four additional large en-suite bedrooms provide overnight guests and family complete privacy. A study area, lower-level sixth bedroom, playroom, wine cellar, gym, and sauna complete the home. Fencing, electronic gates, and alarm system ensure a safe environment for the entire family. Modern systems include central vacuum, security, water purifier, and EV charger. This is a forever home to be treasured through the generations.

Listing Agent

Melissa Engel

Douglas Elliman of Connecticut License #RES.0810623 Listed on: 06/19/2025

Douglas Elliman of Connecticut

Co-Listing Agent

John Engel

Douglas Elliman of Connecticut License #REB.0792230

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $50,709

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 4.83 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned 2AC

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • French Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 8,392 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Entertainment System
  • Sound System
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Sauna
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal
  • Instant Hot Water

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Breezeway

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2120392

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$50,709

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, French
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 8392
  • Total Sq Ft: 8392
  • Year Built: 2000
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: per GPS
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 8392
  • Street Type: Ridge
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 9
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Central Vacuum, Sauna, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Entertainment System, Security System
  • Street Number Modifier: 474

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Breezeway, Cabana, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Balcony, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Stone, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 4.83
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded Treed Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: 2AC
  • Parcel #: 2120392

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 50709
  • Total Assessed Value: 3038280
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.69

MLS Schools

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

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $50,709 $3,038,280 $956,480 $2,081,800
2024 $49,038 $3,038,280 $956,480 $2,081,800
2023 $47,808 $2,524,200 $1,065,470 $1,458,730
2022 $46,370 $2,524,200 $1,065,470 $1,458,730
2021 $45,393 $2,499,630 $1,065,470 $1,434,160
2020 $44,492 $2,450,000 $1,065,470 $1,384,530
2019 $44,688 $2,450,000 $1,065,470 $1,384,530
2018 $51,476 $3,035,130 $986,580 $2,048,550
2017 $50,596 $3,035,130 $986,580 $2,048,550
2016 $49,503 $3,035,130 $986,580 $2,048,550
2015 $48,532 $3,035,130 $986,580 $2,048,550
2014 $47,166 $3,035,130 $986,580 $2,048,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $6,495,000 0.0% $774 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 For Sale $6,495,000 +103.0% $774 / Sq Ft
09/21/2012 09/21/12 Sold $3,200,000 -25.5% $381 / Sq Ft
08/22/2012 08/22/12 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2011 05/10/11 For Sale $4,295,000 -- $512 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $3,200,000 --
Warranty Deed $3,200,000 --
Warranty Deed $3,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $3,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,050,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,050,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,150,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $450,000 Balloon
Closed $1,200,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $420,287 No Value Available
Previous Owner $1,252,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24103974

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000025-000013-000090