1208 Smith Ridge Rd

5,030 Sq. Ft.
$450 / Sq. Ft.
5,030
Sq. Ft.
$450
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Surround yourself with the charm and serene privacy of this 1929, 11 room, clapboard farmhouse on 5.35 acres, yet 7 minutes to the heart of New Canaan. Complete with 4/5 bedrooms, optional office, and 4.5 baths; sunroom, spacious screened porch and deck - perfect for morning coffee and/or a late day respite from the rest of the world. Most rooms overlook picturesque views of the deep, lush backyard and tranquil pond. Driving in, you are welcomed and protected from the road by generous original CT...Surround yourself with the charm and serene privacy of this 1929, 11 room, clapboard farmhouse on 5.35 acres, yet 7 minutes to the heart of New Canaan. Complete with 4/5 bedrooms, optional office, and 4.5 baths; sunroom, spacious screened porch and deck - perfect for morning coffee and/or a late day respite from the rest of the world. Most rooms overlook picturesque views of the deep, lush backyard and tranquil pond. Driving in, you are welcomed and protected from the road by generous original CT stone walls and lovely vistas from every angle. This home has been updated and beautifully maintained with surprising storage, good-sized closets and quality updates throughout. Beautiful hardwood floors, 3 wood-burning fireplaces, front and back staircases. There is an original horse barn and 2-car garage. Don't miss this lovely home and lifestyle!
  1. Listed by Leigh Finley • Houlihan Lawrence
    P: (203)-820-1867 C: (203)-820-1867 lfinley@houlihanlawrence.com

Property Details for 1208 Smith Ridge Road

Basement Description
Partial, Partially Finished, Partial With Walk-Out
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Smith Ridge
Style
Cape Cod, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 07/30/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1208 Smith Ridge Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24098296
Days on Market15
Taxes$23,622 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1929
Lot Size5.35 AC / 233,046 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Leigh Finley

Sold By Compass Connecticut, LLC, Amanda Bryan

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Building Information for 1208 Smith Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size5.35 AC / 233,046 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,260 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,292

Property Taxes

$1,969

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1208 Smith Ridge Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: 1208 SRR - Hidden Meadow Farm sign
  • Elementary School: East
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.194259
  • Longitude: -73.507879
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Private School(s)
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $23,622
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Terrace, Awnings, Porch, Barn, Deck, Stone Wall, French Doors
  • Waterfront Description: Pond, Walk to Water, View, Access
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Two separate laundry rooms
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Full Bath,Steam/Sauna,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 35C41E05CB3D3E87E0631A01100A9F93
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-In Hutch,Granite Counters,Dining Area,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 35C41E05CB3D3E87E0631A01100A9F93
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 13.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: white
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exclusions: As per MLS
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 676
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 4354
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Lightly Wooded, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped, Rolling, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 185034
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4354.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5030.0
  • Zoning: 4AC
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Upright Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 1208 Smith Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 30, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1911643068

$2,266,000

+190.8% / yr

Nov 14, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327045833

$1

-100.0% / yr

Jul 26, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #313971361

$1,800,000

+3.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/30/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1911643068

$2,266,000

+190.8% / yr

11/14/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327045833

$1

-100.0% / yr

07/26/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #313971361

$1,800,000

+3.8% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1208 Smith Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$935,130Additions$480,200Total$1,415,330
Tax Record2024$23,622 ($1,968 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,354 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,354 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,705 SqFtStories2Lot Size233,046 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0041 B:038 L:00047Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1208 Smith Ridge Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
East School
PublicK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

St. Luke's School
Private5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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