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Amanda Bryan

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Awards

2025 Real Trends 
# 1 Medium Team in New Canaan in Sales Volume
#4  Medium Team in Connecticut in Sales Volume

Real Trends "Best Real Estate Professionals" 
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Specialties

Markets Covered: New Canaan, Darien, Greenwich, Rowayton, Fairfield, Stamford, Westport (but can recommend agents anywhere)

Experience
Since 2007 – Real Estate Professional at Compass, Houlihan Lawrence, Sotheby’s
Previous Career - Vice President Wealth Management, Donaldson Lufkin & Jenrette and Credit Suisse

Education

MBA Columbia Business School
BA Davidson College
Loomis Chaffee School

Memberships/Boards
New Canaan Board of Realtors
Greenwich Board of Realtors
SmartMLS for Fairfield County
Board Member New Canaan Carriage Barn Arts Center
National Association of Realtors

Client Testimonials

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★★★★★

"My family and I were extremely lucky to connect with Amanda Bryan in New Canaan. Besides just being a great person and incredible to work with, she was highly savvy and had considerable knowledge of the local area. Selling our family home was a major and emotional process and she guided us through every step with so much professionalism, calm, and expertise. From helping us prep the house to a strategy that led to a quick sale at a fantastic result, Amanda was beyond exceptional throughout. She was responsive, thoughtful and truly had our best interests at heart the entire time. We’re so grateful for everything she did and couldn’t recommend her more highly."  -Bianca B, Seller New Canaan

★★★★★

"Amanda has partnered with my husband and I four times in the sale and purchase of our homes, in Darien and in New Canaan. Through good markets and touch markets, Amanda helped us navigate the ups, downs and negotiations to ultimate success every time. Although we really don't want to move again, is we did, Amanda would be our only call."      -Sanny W, Seller/Buyer New Canaan and Darien

★★★★★ 
Buying our first home felt overwhelming, especially in a market as competitive and fast-moving as Darien. From the very beginning, Amanda was everything we could have hoped for in an agent and so much more. Her responsiveness was incredible and we always felt like we were a top priority. No question was too small, no concern went unanswered, and she was consistently available to guide us through every step of the process. As first-time homebuyers, having someone we trusted to explain every detail made all the difference. What truly sets her apart, though, is her unmatched knowledge of the Darien market. She has an exceptional understanding of the town, the neighborhoods, pricing, market dynamics, and the nuances that simply can’t be learned from data alone. Her insight gave us confidence in every decision we made and allowed us to move quickly when the right opportunity presented itself. When we found the home we fell in love with, the situation became incredibly challenging. There were moments when it felt like the deal might fall apart, and the negotiations were anything but straightforward. Throughout it all, she remained calm, strategic, and incredibly reassuring. She encouraged us to stay the course when it would have been easy to walk away, helped us navigate every twist and turn, and fought tirelessly on our behalf. Her guidance, experience, and negotiation skills were instrumental in getting us across the finish line. Today, we’re living in our dream home, and we genuinely don’t believe we would be here without her. She didn’t just help us buy a house—she helped us secure the place where our family will make memories for years to come. If you’re looking for an agent who combines unmatched local expertise, exceptional communication, strategic negotiation skills, and a genuine commitment to her clients, we cannot recommend Amanda highly enough. We are endlessly grateful for everything she did for our family and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone buying or selling a home. - Lauren P, Darien

★★★★★
"Thoughtful, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable—Amanda Bryan is the real deal. From our first conversation, she was caring and never pushy, focusing on what mattered to our family rather than rushing us into a decision. In an extremely competitive New Canaan market, Amanda took the time to walk us through every neighborhood and comp, explain trade-offs clearly, and strategize on how to make a winning offer without overreaching. Her expertise on streets, schools, commute patterns, and even little quality-of-life details was impressive—and she was genuinely happy to share it all. We always felt informed, never pressured, and completely supported. Thanks to Amanda’s guidance and calm, we found the perfect home and felt confident at every step. Five stars, without hesitation." -Adam Z, Buyer, New Canaan

★★★★★
"Instantly upon meeting Amanda, my husband and I felt at ease and extremely comfortable. It was as though we were touring properties with an old friend! Amanda is warm and inviting and makes the house hunting process feel fun and exciting without ever adding any pressure to the experience. The day we met Amanda and were introduced to New Canaan we fell in love with the town and we actually found our home that same day! Amanda went out of her way to go to the home to handle various matters on our behalf as we are still living in NYC and this proved to be invaluable. We consider Amanda as our friend and we look forward to continuing to evolve our relationship in the years to come!" 

- Delphine

★★★★★
"Amanda was FANTASTIC!! We feel so lucky to have worked with her. I think what was especially telling about Amanda was how much she did for us after we were in contract (a testament to her truly kind, caring nature - we were never “just a commission”). We can’t wait to recommend her to friends and family!!" -Abbey S, Darien

★★★★★
"Amanda made the entire buying process so easy and smooth. We really appreciated that she had been in our shoes, moving out of the city and finding the right little town to settle down. We were really impressed by how intelligent she is, above and beyond being very professional. I'd highly recommend her to anyone who wants a proactive, trustworthy and 'switched on' agent." - Laura A, Rowayton

★★★★★
"I met Amanda when she was the listing agent at a house we found online. I want to share my highest recommendation. She was warm and engaging and, when we more seriously decided to look for a home, we called Amanda. She couldn't have made the process any easier for us. As first time home-buyers, we peppered her with questions and required a lot of handholding. She never made us feel like we were bothering her. She was incredibly thorough and generous with her time and input during our process. I have already given her the highest recc I can by referring my sister to her, but I fully recommend Amanda to anyone looking for a professional who does her job with the highest level of excellent, but remains very approachable and easy to talk to." - Jessica, Rowayton

★★★★★
"Quite simply if you are buying or selling a home I can't think of anyone who best exemplifies the value a qualified, professional Real Estate agent can deliver. Amanda's responsiveness, attention to detail, knowledge of the local market and unique consultative sales approach were outstanding. I would recommend Amanda without any reservations." --Kiernan, Buyer, Rowayton

★★★★★
"Amanda was an absolutely wonderful agent. We relocated to CT and she showed a variety of homes which were of interest to both our taste and budget; in which we ultimitely selected one of the homes that she showed us for purchase. She was always extremely responsive to our questions and requests and operated in a very professional and knowledgeable manner; always accomodating our timeline and needs vs. her own. At no time did we ever "feel like we were being sold to" as part of the process which was extremely comforting. I would highly recommend Amanda to anyone else moving to the area. As a result of our experience, we will use her if we ever move again and sell our house in the future."

★★★★★
"This agent both sold my house and helped me purchase a new house. In what ended up to be a very complicated transaction, she was professional, responsive and always very cheerful. Her calmness under pressure and willingness availability when we needed her made what could have been a very stressful few months of our lives seem almost tolerable! Not to mention that she has lived in this area all her life...which makes her an expert, too!"  -Matthew M, Darien


About Amanda

Since 2007, Amanda Bryan has been a highly regarded real estate professional with almost two decades of successfully advising clients across Fairfield County, primarily in New Canaan, Darien and Rowayton, Connecticut. Known for her data-driven perspective and unwavering integrity, she blends the analytical rigor of an MBA from Columbia with the strategic, relationship-focused approach of a trusted advisor thanks to her previous career in Private Wealth Management. Her business is built almost entirely on referrals  - both from former clients and agents outside of her market—clear proof of the confidence clients and professionals alike place in her judgment and results.

A former Division I lacrosse player, Amanda brings discipline, teamwork, and a strategic mindset to real estate. She knows how to communicate clearly, stay calm under pressure, and collaborate toward a shared goal—a skill set her clients consistently cite as invaluable throughout the buying and selling process. She is known for her sharp marketing instincts, thoughtful analysis, and strong negotiation skills, bringing a modern, elevated perspective to every transaction.

As a Sales Manager for both Houlihan Lawrence and Compass from 2016-2020, Amanda supported and guided hundreds of agents through every imaginable real estate scenario, sharpening her ability to anticipate issues before they arise, problem-solve quickly, and navigate even the most complex transactions with clarity. It also gave her an extraordinary professional network—unbeatable relationships with fellow agents across Fairfield County that consistently benefit her clients, especially in competitive, multiple-offer situations.

In 2020 Amanda returned to full-time sales, consistently ranking among top producing agents in both New Canaan and Darien.

 

Amanda Bryan’s Transactions

Past Sales
an aerial view of a house with mountain view

$7,495,000

6
Bedrooms
11,631
Square Feet
4.77
Acres
$7,200,000 | 183 Hemlock Hill Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$7,200,000

6
Bedrooms
9,161
Square Feet
2.07
Acres
a view of a white building among the street

$6,900,000

7
Bedrooms
10,397
Square Feet
4.55
Acres
$6,500,000 | 930 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840

$6,500,000

7
Bedrooms
7,358
Square Feet
10.57
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard table and chairs

$5,800,000

6
Bedrooms
9,161
Square Feet
2.07
Acres
an aerial view of a house with a yard

$5,500,000

5
Bedrooms
6,907
Square Feet
4.2
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage

$5,250,000

5
Bedrooms
8,000
Square Feet
1.24
Acres
an aerial view of a house with a garden and swimming pool

$5,200,000

6
Bedrooms
10,154
Square Feet
3.38
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden

$4,927,000

6
Bedrooms
8,898
Square Feet
1.13
Acres
$4,500,000 | 6 Cloudy Lane, Darien, CT 06820

$4,500,000

5
Bedrooms
5,864
Square Feet
2.16
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$4,495,000

5
Bedrooms
7,263
Square Feet
2
Acres
a aerial view of multiple houses

$4,400,000

6
Bedrooms
8,480
Square Feet
2.01
Acres
$4,362,500 | 32 West Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$4,362,500

5
Bedrooms
5,679
Square Feet
2.67
Acres
an aerial view of a house with a garden

$4,100,000

6
Bedrooms
6,487
Square Feet
1.15
Acres
a front view of residential houses with yard and green space

$4,100,000

6
Bedrooms
13,695
Square Feet
5.37
Acres
an aerial view of a house with outdoor space

$3,975,000

9
Bedrooms
9,945
Square Feet
3.1
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$3,912,500

5
Bedrooms
7,276
Square Feet
2.99
Acres
Past Rentals
a front view of a house with a yard

$25,000

4
Bedrooms
2,307
Square Feet
1.01
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$25,000

4
Bedrooms
5,338
Square Feet
0.6
Acres
$24,000 | 83 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$24,000

6
Bedrooms
9,734
Square Feet
4.21
Acres
$22,000 | 339 Old Norwalk Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$22,000

5
Bedrooms
4,684
Square Feet
1.43
Acres
$21,500 | 79 Devonwood Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840

$21,500

6
Bedrooms
9,803
Square Feet
2.1
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$15,000

5
Bedrooms
3,608
Square Feet
$14,000 | 774 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840

$14,000

4
Bedrooms
3,506
Square Feet
2.79
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$12,500

5
Bedrooms
7,503
Square Feet
2.47
Acres
$12,000 | 109 R Rosebrook Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$12,000

5
Bedrooms
7,657
Square Feet
4.1
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden

$11,500

4
Bedrooms
3,069
Square Feet
0.88
Acres
$10,750 | 42 Orchard Drive, New Canaan, CT 06840

$10,750

6
Bedrooms
8,142
Square Feet
0.25
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden

$10,000

5
Bedrooms
6,380
Square Feet
3.07
Acres
a front view of a house

$10,000

5
Bedrooms
7,503
Square Feet
2.47
Acres
$9,500 | 3 Holmewood Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840

$9,500

4
Bedrooms
3,742
Square Feet
1.85
Acres
$8,900 | 438 Country Club Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$8,900

5
Bedrooms
5,566
Square Feet
2.38
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden

$8,750

5
Bedrooms
6,380
Square Feet
3.07
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$8,000

3
Bedrooms
4,081
Square Feet
$8,000 | 123 Lone Tree Farm Road, New Canaan, CT 06840

$8,000

5
Bedrooms
6,380
Square Feet
3.07
Acres