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5 beds5,300 sqft$679/sqft
245 Benedict Hill Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
4 acresLot Size
1983Year Built
$679/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

A storybook entrance framed by classic stone walls opens to four flat, park-like acres leads you to this thoughtfully updated five-bedroom Colonial layered with warmth, character, and the kind of detail that make a house feel instantly welcoming. The light filled chef's kitchen flowing seamlessly into a family room with fireplace and French doors open to the terrace, heated pool, spa, and paddle court - effortless indoor outdoor living. Upstairs offers a light filled, vaulted primary bedroom suite...A storybook entrance framed by classic stone walls opens to four flat, park-like acres leads you to this thoughtfully updated five-bedroom Colonial layered with warmth, character, and the kind of detail that make a house feel instantly welcoming. The light filled chef's kitchen flowing seamlessly into a family room with fireplace and French doors open to the terrace, heated pool, spa, and paddle court - effortless indoor outdoor living. Upstairs offers a light filled, vaulted primary bedroom suite plus 3/4 additional bedrooms and rear staircase to the spacious mudroom and side entrance. A gracious first-floor guest suite is perfect for family and friends. The finished lower level adds flexible space for exercise or play. The stunning post-and-beam barn - with room for 4+ cars and an oversized loft - completes the picture. Warm, inviting, and undeniably special. A true New England gem. Prepare to fall in love.
  • Listed by: Melissa Jones 203.966.3507 mjones@houlihanlawrence.com • Houlihan Lawrence
  • Listed by: Lisa M Ferrante 203.966.3507 lferrante@houlihanlawrence.com • Houlihan Lawrence
Listing closed: 07/15/2026 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24133809

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Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Melissa Jones; Houlihan Lawrence, Lisa M Ferrante

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence, Taylor Tait

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Property Information for 245 Benedict Hill Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $26,470 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 03-04-2026
  • Garages Number: 4
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 03-04-2026
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Lot Size: 4.00 AC / 174,240 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS 245 Benedict Hill Rd - Driveway is on Cheesespring right before Benedict Hill Rd
  • Elementary School: East
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.192359
  • Longitude: -73.476338
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $26,470
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Barn, Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, Spa, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 5
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer, Mud Room
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Gas Log Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,French Doors,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Breakfast Nook,Built-Ins,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 4135EAD80724C864E063E201100A9E3D
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Beams,Built-Ins,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Gas Log Fireplace,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 4135EAD80724C864E063E201100A9E3D
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Gas Log Fireplace
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Beams,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Full Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Form in Documents
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 930
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 4370
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 188341
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4370.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5300.0
  • Zoning: 4AC
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 245 Benedict Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 10, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1946680675

$3,600,000

+5.6% / yr

May 1, 1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91050241

$775,000

+4.3% / yr

Aug 23, 1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91051698

$722,300
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/10/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1946680675

$3,600,000

+5.6% / yr

05/01/1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91050241

$775,000

+4.3% / yr

08/23/1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91051698

$722,300

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

Public Records for 245 Benedict Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$567,000Additions$1,018,990Total$1,585,990
Tax Record2025$26,470 ($2,206 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,370 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,370 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,864 SqFtStories2Lot Size174,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1983Year Renovated1983Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0046 B:118 L:00165

Schools near 245 Benedict Hill 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
Rating
School
Distance
East School
PublicK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 245 Benedict Hill Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
$3,600,000
5
5,300
174,240
5
5.5
4,210
187,744
$2,210,000
5
6
5,042
87,556
3
3
2,667
92,783
$750,000
114,127
4
2.5
3,216
174,240

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