$5,250,000
SOLD SEP 22, 2017

478 West Rd New Canaan, CT 06840

6 Beds
8 Baths
9,388 Sq Ft
2.09 Acres

Recently Sold

$559 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

239 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.09 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • West Elementary School Rated A+
  • Attic
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of April 2025

This sophisticated stone and shingle estate defines the true meaning of luxury living. Designed by noted and award winning architect Neil Hauck,this custom home has an abundance of living space,while being drenched with sunlight throughout every room. 6 bedrooms, 6 baths all ensuite with over 9300 s.f. of living space on 4 finished levels. Gourmet kitchen, breakfast room and family room offers an open living space with extended views to bluestone terrace and private landscape of the level back yard. Coveted West Rd. location sited on over 2 level acres, surrounded by stone walls with a approved site for pool and tennis court. Master Suite with two dressing rooms, radiant heated floors in master bath, steam shower and gorgeous standing tub .

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Sigg

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0786914 Listed on: 01/11/2017

William Raveis Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Chris Sigg

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0793270

Last Buyer's Agent

Rachel Walsh

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0751748

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2017 | Under Construction

Lot Details

  • 2.09 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 200

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Frame
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Walkup Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2017 | Under Construction

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7000
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3192
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 2388
  • Total Sq Ft: 9388
  • Year Built: 2017
  • New Construction: Under Construction
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Clean lines and transitional design, while enhanced with architectural details through out the entire home. Master Suite with two dressing rooms, radiant heated floors in master bath, steam shower and gorgeous standing tub . Generator, Nest thermostats, &
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 8716
  • Directions: Route 124 to West Road #478
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 8.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Attic Description: Floored, Partially Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Access, Unfinished, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 478

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Underground Sprinkler, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Radiant, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows, Ridge Vents

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Stone
  • Zoning: 200

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 999999
  • Total Assessed Value: 999999
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.310
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.690
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 184464

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 4, 2025
Closed on
Apr 11, 2025
Sold by
Mancuso Michael and Mancuso Polly
Bought by
Burroughs Taylor and Burroughs Catherine
Seller's Agent
Rachel Walsh
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$5,899,000
Sold Price
$5,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$399,000
-6.76%
Views
93

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
45.97%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2017
Closed on
Sep 25, 2017
Sold by
478 West Road Llc
Bought by
Mancuso Michael and Mancuso Polly
Seller's Agent
Laura Sigg
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Walsh
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$5,595,000
Sold Price
$5,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$345,000
-6.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.61%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2015
Closed on
Dec 15, 2015
Sold by
Dolge Susan G
Bought by
478 West Rd Llc
Seller's Agent
Mimi Allen
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Chris Sigg
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-8.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
92.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2014
Sold by
Dolge Tr Susan G and Dolge Alfred K
Bought by
Dolge Alfred K and Dolge Susan G
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $5,250,000 --
Warranty Deed $5,250,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,650,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,650,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/22/2025 04/22/25 Sold $5,500,000 -6.8% $606 / Sq Ft
02/06/2025 02/06/25 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2025 01/06/25 For Sale $5,899,000 +12.4% $650 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Sold $5,250,000 0.0% $559 / Sq Ft
09/07/2017 09/07/17 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2017 08/04/17 Off Market $5,250,000 -- --
01/11/2017 01/11/17 For Sale $5,595,000 +239.1% $596 / Sq Ft
12/15/2015 12/15/15 Sold $1,650,000 -8.3% $517 / Sq Ft
11/15/2015 11/15/15 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2015 09/18/15 For Sale $1,800,000 -- $564 / 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
2024 $60,953 $3,776,500 $819,280 $2,957,220
2023 $68,121 $3,596,670 $744,030 $2,852,640
2022 $66,071 $3,596,670 $744,030 $2,852,640
2021 $65,316 $3,596,670 $744,030 $2,852,640
2020 $65,316 $3,596,670 $744,030 $2,852,640
2019 $65,603 $3,596,670 $744,030 $2,852,640
2018 $62,196 $3,667,230 $803,670 $2,863,560
2017 $14,290 $857,220 $803,670 $53,550
2016 $14,516 $889,980 $803,670 $86,310
2015 $14,231 $889,980 $803,670 $86,310
2014 $13,830 $889,980 $803,670 $86,310
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99169956

SmartMLS

APN: NCAN-000027-000025-000115