523 Brookside Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 AllPoints Realty
523 Brookside Road,New Canaan, CT 06840
$1,995,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,286 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Thu, Sep 1010:00 am - 12:00 pm
Listed by: lisa o'rourke(203) 326-0532
Office: william pitt sotheby's int'l(203) 966-2633
MLS#:24201426
Source:CT
Price summary
- Price:$1,995,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$607.12
About this home
Nestled at the end of a long private drive south of the Merritt Parkway, this classic Colonial offers timeless character, generous living space, and a highly convenient location. Beautifully expanded and thoughtfully updated 15 years ago, the home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, enduring quality, and solid construction described as having "great bones." The main level is rich with architectural detail - an elegant front-to-back Living Room with fireplace and exquisite custom built-in cabinetry and the Dining Room with beautiful built-in details. At the heart of the home is an expansive Kitchen featuring high-end appliances, custom built-ins, and a second fireplace in the casual dining area-an inviting space for morning coffee, relaxed meals, or entertaining. The adjacent light-filled Family Room offers beautiful views of the changing seasons and provides a comfortable extension of the main living areas. The house includes four spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, while a private suite above the garage adds a fifth bedroom with full bath, offering flexibility for guests, a private office or additional living space. Finished recreational space on the lower level provides room to work, play, exercise and the generous terrace creates an inviting setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. With its distinctive architecture, thoughtful layout, and quality details, the home offers an exceptional foundation for personalization, including some cosmetic updating to the exterior....
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Home facts
- Year built:1959
- Listing ID #:24201426
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 08, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:9
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Subzero
- Basement Description:Full Basement, Partially Finished
- Living area:3,286 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Hot Water
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Wood Shingle
- Year built:1959
- Building area:3,286 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.59 Acres
- Lot Features:Lightly Wooded, Professionally Landscaped, Rear Lot
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Shingle
- Exterior Features:Terrace
Schools
- High school:New Canaan
- Middle school:Saxe Middle
- Elementary school:South
Utilities
- Water:Private Well
- Sewer:Septic
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,995,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$607.12
- Tax amount:$21,324 (July 2026-June 2027)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer
- Amenities:Library, Park, Private School(s), Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Security System
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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