Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds5,754 sqft$487/sqft
253 Turtle Back Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.58 acresLot Size
2005Year Built
$487/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Fabulous 2005 four- bedroom colonial sited beautifully and privately on coveted Turtleback Road. Commanding a spectacular & welcoming presence, this home offers attractive open, interior spaces with a superb floor plan for many communal gathering areas and a relaxing, private exterior complete with inviting heated pool and expansive blue stone patio. Gracious two-story foyer & lovely living room with fireplace. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, custom...Fabulous 2005 four- bedroom colonial sited beautifully and privately on coveted Turtleback Road. Commanding a spectacular & welcoming presence, this home offers attractive open, interior spaces with a superb floor plan for many communal gathering areas and a relaxing, private exterior complete with inviting heated pool and expansive blue stone patio. Gracious two-story foyer & lovely living room with fireplace. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, walk-in pantry & adjacent breakfast room. Entertain guests effortlessly in the inviting family room equipped with additional fireplace & handy butler's pantry nearby, and host memorable dinners in the comfortable dining room.
  • Listed by: Hannelore Kaplan • William Raveis Real Estate
  • Listed by: Wendy Werneburg • William Raveis Real Estate
Listing closed: 11/21/2024 12:00 AM • Source: NEWCANAAN, MLS#: 147320

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$3,053,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

110.3%

New Canaan, CT

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Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Hannelore Kaplan; William Raveis Real Estate, Wendy Werneburg

Sold By William Pitt Sothebys International Realty, Leslie Razook

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Property Information for 253 Turtle Back Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $29,559 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Exterior: Shake
  • School: West
  • Swimming Pool: Heated, In-Ground
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Lot Size: 2.58 AC / 112,384 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Absolute Longitude: 74
  • Buyer Zip Code: 06840
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Equipment Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Security System, Refrigerator, Microwave, Cooktop, Cable TV Conn, Dryer
  • Miles To Station: 3.00
  • Negotiate: LB
  • Station: NC
Parking
  • Garage: Attached, Detached
  • Garage: Garage Stalls: 4
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Hoa: Homeowner Assoc: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Parcel Id: NCAN-000034-000031-000060
  • Zoning: 4AC
Property and Assessments
  • Amenities: Bidet, Generator, Rear Stairs, Heated Pool, Deck
  • Assessment: $1,560,650
  • Exclusions: Shelving
  • Lvl/Source: Public Records
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Group Id: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Water: Well
  • Property Type: A
  • Real Estate Owned: No
Utilities
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Oil Tank: Basement
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Heater: Boiler
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Porch: Open, None
  • Roof: Wood
Interior Features
  • Air Conditioning: Central
  • Attic: Walkup
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Mixed, Ceramic Tile
  • Heat Zone: 5
  • Heating: FHA
  • Walls: Dry Wall
  • Windows: Thermal
  • Rooms: 11
Room 1
  • Room Type: Entry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 9.0
  • Width: 14.0
  • Dimensions: 9 x 14
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 126.0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 25.4
  • Width: 18.0
  • Dimensions: 25.4 x 18
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 457.2
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 18.0
  • Dimensions: 13 x 18
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 234.0
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 21.0
  • Width: 19.2
  • Dimensions: 21 x 19.2
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 403.2
Room 5
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 16.3
  • Width: 17.0
  • Dimensions: 16.3 x 17
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 277.1
Room 6
  • Room Type: Music Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 13.1
  • Dimensions: 13 x 13.1
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 170.3
Room 7
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 13.0
  • Dimensions: 12 x 13
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 156.0
Room 8
  • Room Type: Solarium
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 14.0
  • Width: 13.0
  • Dimensions: 14 x 13
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 182.0
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 17.8
  • Width: 18.0
  • Dimensions: 17.8 x 18
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 320.4
Room 10
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 20.4
  • Width: 13.0
  • Dimensions: 20.4 x 13
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 265.2
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 14.5
  • Width: 16.0
  • Dimensions: 14.5 x 16
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 232.0
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 16.0
  • Dimensions: 13 x 16
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 208.0
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 13.0
  • Width: 18.0
  • Dimensions: 13 x 18
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 234.0
Room 14
  • Room Type: Rec Rm
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Length: 34.7
  • Width: 20.4
  • Dimensions: 34.7 x 20.4
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 707.88
Room 15
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Length: 6.7
  • Width: 11.8
  • Dimensions: 6.7 x 11.8
  • Level: 2
  • Area: 79.06
Agent
Agent Information
  • Agent Interest: No
  • Co Listing Member Short Id: 00384
  • Co Listing Office Address: 4 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Co Listing Office Email: gillian.depalo@raveis.com
  • Co Listing Office Fax: (203) 966-0339
  • Co Listing Office Short Id: 19
  • List Agent Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Agent Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • Listing Member Short Id: 100731
  • Listing Office Address: 4 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Office Email: gillian.depalo@raveis.com
  • Listing Office Fax: (203) 966-0339
  • Listing Office Phone: (203) 966-3555
  • Listing Office Short Id: 19
  • Selling Agency Id: 20100904210358742154000000
  • Selling Member Address: 26 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Selling Member Fax: (203) 972-6123
  • Selling Member Short Id: 100875
  • Selling Office Address: 26 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Selling Office Email: mriley@wpsir.com
  • Selling Office Fax: (203) 972-6123
  • Selling Office Phone: (203) 966-2633
  • Selling Office Short Id: 15
  • ListingMemberName: Hannelore Kaplan
  • ListingMemberPhone: (914) 450-3880
  • SellingMemberName: Leslie Razook
  • SellingMemberPhone: (203) 918-4452
  • SellingOfficeName: William Pitt Sothebys International Realty

Property History for 253 Turtle Back Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 20, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1546852826

$2,800,000

+4.4% / yr

May 4, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91049984

$940,000

+10.6% / yr

Apr 30, 1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91050231

$849,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/20/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1546852826

$2,800,000

+4.4% / yr

05/04/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91049984

$940,000

+10.6% / yr

04/30/1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91050231

$849,000

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

Public Records for 253 Turtle Back Road

Taxable ValueLand$684,950Additions$1,429,400Total$2,114,350
Tax Record2025$35,289 ($2,941 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,754 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,754 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,696 SqFtStories2Lot Size112,385 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Year Renovated2005Zoning4ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0034 B:031 L:00060

Schools near 253 Turtle Back Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 253 Turtle Back Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
$2,800,000
4
5,754
112,384
$1,800,000
5
4,848
144,183
$1,800,000
5
4,410
94,525
$1,590,000
5
4,378
94,089
$3,675,000
6
7,123
96,703
$1,165,000
4
3.5
3,260
92,783

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Hannelore Kaplan; William Raveis Real Estate, Wendy Werneburg

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