
478 West Rd New Canaan, CT 06840
Highlights
- 2.09 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- 4 Fireplaces
- West Elementary School Rated A+
- Attic
- Terrace
About This Home
As of April 2025This 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
William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0786914 Listed on: 01/11/2017

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
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
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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 | -- | 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 | -- | -- |
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 |
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Rachel Walsh
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 912-5908
32 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt
(203) 829-8998
2 in this area
32 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2017
Laura Sigg
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 515-8954
31 in this area
42 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Chris Sigg
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 966-3555
23 in this area
31 Total Sales
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2015
Mimi Allen
William Pitt
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Bonnie Sztam
William Pitt
(917) 825-8109
31 in this area
33 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 99169956

APN: NCAN-000027-000025-000115
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