18 Lantern Ridge Road

Closed 5/9/25
Closed 5/9/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,895,000
5 beds5,456 sqft$531/sqft
18 Lantern Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.16 acresLot Size
1959Year Built
$531/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

This dream 5 bedroom home, set on 2.16 acres in a peaceful cul-de-sac, features a beautiful pool, spa and firepit, perfect for entertaining. The light-filled kitchen has been exquisitely renovated with skylights, a Wolf 60" gas cooktop, double full-size ovens, two Carrara marble islands, two Miele dishwashers, two full-size sinks, wine refrigerator and more and is open to the spacious family room with a door to the backyard, creating a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience. In addition, on the...This dream 5 bedroom home, set on 2.16 acres in a peaceful cul-de-sac, features a beautiful pool, spa and firepit, perfect for entertaining. The light-filled kitchen has been exquisitely renovated with skylights, a Wolf 60" gas cooktop, double full-size ovens, two Carrara marble islands, two Miele dishwashers, two full-size sinks, wine refrigerator and more and is open to the spacious family room with a door to the backyard, creating a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience. In addition, on the main floor, there is a large office and living room, both with fireplaces, dining room, two powder rooms, large screened-in porch and custom mud-room with a lot of storage, leading to the laundry room. The second floor was completely renovated and expanded in 2020. The luxurious primary bedroom suite has skylights, a fireplace, two walk-in closets and a gorgeous 27ft bathroom with heated marble flooring. There are four additional bedrooms with designer bathrooms. The attic was expanded and renovated in 2020 providing extra living space and storage. Whole house generator.

Listing Agent

  1. Jane Forte

    Jane Forte

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (203) 966-3737

    M: (917) 697-4302

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Listing closed: 05/09/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24025298

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,855,000

Avg days on market

48

Sale-to-list ratio

101.2%

New Canaan, CT

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Property Information for 18 Lantern Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $23,630 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 06-20-2024
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 06-20-2024
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Lot Size: 2.16 AC / 94,089 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Route 123, right on N Wilton Road, left on Lantern Ridge Road. First house on left.
  • Elementary School: East
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.202919
  • Longitude: -73.489939
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 6
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $23,630
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed, Porch, Hot Tub, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Skylight,Island,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 26.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Length: 35.0
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 1AC7BA2C424947A8E0631401100AEDB6
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 1AC7BA2C424947A8E0631401100AEDB6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Skylight,Fireplace,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Marble Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1008
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5334
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Dry, On Cul-De-Sac, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 187654
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4448.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5456.0
  • Zoning: 4AC
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 80 Gallon Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 18 Lantern Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 2, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558519168

$2,895,000

+3.0% / yr

Jul 3, 2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91063975

$1,437,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/02/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558519168

$2,895,000

+3.0% / yr

07/03/2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91063975

$1,437,500

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

Public Records for 18 Lantern Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$530,250Additions$933,800Total$1,464,050
Tax Record2025$24,435 ($2,036 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,448 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,448 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,008 SqFtStories2Lot Size94,090 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated1959Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0047 B:103 L:00047

Schools near 18 Lantern Ridge Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East School
Public - K to 4
Saxe Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
New Canaan High School
Public - 9 to 12
St. Luke's School
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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