181 Lambert Road

Closed 6/30/25
Closed 6/30/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$3,300,000
5 beds9,049 sqft

181 Lambert Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

Single FamilyProperty Type
2.1 acresLot Size
1984Year Built
$365/sq ftPrice per sq ft
12 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled in an exceptional location close to town, 181 Lambert Rd offers an unparalleled living experience. Architecturally enhanced, this estate exudes timeless elegance while embracing modern luxury. Built like a fortress & with the highest standards, it is designed to entertain on a grand scale. A two-story foyer welcomes you with front-to-back views of the meticulously manicured grounds. Soaring ceilings and stunning vistas grace every room, creating an atmosphere of light and space. The formal...Nestled in an exceptional location close to town, 181 Lambert Rd offers an unparalleled living experience. Architecturally enhanced, this estate exudes timeless elegance while embracing modern luxury. Built like a fortress & with the highest standards, it is designed to entertain on a grand scale. A two-story foyer welcomes you with front-to-back views of the meticulously manicured grounds. Soaring ceilings and stunning vistas grace every room, creating an atmosphere of light and space. The formal living & dining room open seamlessly to a spacious terrace, showcasing the serene surroundings. At the heart of the home is a state-of-the-art kitchen & spacious family room featuring a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, custom built-ins, & French doors that open to a sunroom, all leading to the east facing terrace with views of the gardens & river. A separate entrance leads to the mudroom with direct access to the three-car garage for effortless organization. The main floor is highlighted by a stately, wood-paneled library & a luxurious primary suite with bath, sitting room, & two walk in closets. Upstairs, three en-suite bedrooms offer privacy & comfort. The lower level offers a wealth of additional space, including a game room with fireplace, full bar, media room & in-law/guest suite with separate entrance. The Har-Tru tennis court, Monet-inspired bridge, exceptional stone walls and patios, perennial gardens and specimen plantings complete this one of a kind offering.
  • Listed by: Paola Carey 203.918.4487 pcarey@houlihanlawrence.com • Houlihan Lawrence
  • Listed by: Melissa Jones 203.966.3507 mjones@houlihanlawrence.com • Houlihan Lawrence
Listing closed: 06/30/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24059548
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Property Information for 181 Lambert Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $37,516 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Storage, Fully Finished, Cooled, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1984
  • Lot Size: 2.10 AC / 91,476 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Merritt to Exit #37 - N on Rte. 124 - Oenoke Ridge to right on Lambert to #181
  • Elementary School: West
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.16534
  • Longitude: -73.5033
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 12
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $37,516

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: River, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: 1st floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Rooms Total: 15
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling,Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,Patio/Terrace
  • Room Length: 30.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 22.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 50.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 30.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 26BE4F2EEE09A11EE063D501100AEF7F
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Full Bath
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 26BE4F2EEE09A11EE063D501100AEF7F
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: French Doors
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,French Doors,Skylight
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Dressing Room,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 11.0

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exclusions: Piano, Lower Level TV and Pool table negotiable
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Lower Level, Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 2140
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 6909
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Fence - Stone, Treed, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 185133
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6909.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 9049.0
  • Zoning: 2AC
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • 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 181 Lambert Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1906800612

$3,300,000

+0.1% / yr

Aug 5, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #250158584

$3,225,000—
Aug 5, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #250158584

$3,225,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1906800612

$3,300,000

+0.1% / yr

08/05/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #250158584

$3,225,000
08/05/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #250158584

$3,225,000

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

Public records

181 Lambert Road

Beds

5

Baths

6

Total Finished SqFt

6,909 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

6,909 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

4,874 SqFt

Stories

2

Schools near 181 Lambert Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West School
Public - PK to 4
Saxe Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
New Canaan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West School
PublicPK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 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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