Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,802 sqft
31 Chichester Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
1956Year Built
$571/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Situated on Chichester Road, a location renowned for mid-century homes, this timeless treasure was designed to create a flowing & light filled environment. Every room offers serene views of the tranquil property. The Poggenpohl kitchen is a chef's delight, & opens to expansive living & dining spaces, which are highlighted by a two sided fireplace, walls of glass & high ceilings. Additional spaces are 4 bedrooms, including a master on the main level, 3 full baths & study. An outside screened room...Situated on Chichester Road, a location renowned for mid-century homes, this timeless treasure was designed to create a flowing & light filled environment. Every room offers serene views of the tranquil property. The Poggenpohl kitchen is a chef's delight, & opens to expansive living & dining spaces, which are highlighted by a two sided fireplace, walls of glass & high ceilings. Additional spaces are 4 bedrooms, including a master on the main level, 3 full baths & study. An outside screened room offers a charming space to enjoy outdoor entertaining. This signature mid-century modern, the Beaven Mills House, was designed by William Pederson, a member of the Harvard Club, & a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects. It is a recorded property w/The National Register of Historic Places.
  • Listed by: Francine Snelwar • Brown Harris Stevens CT, LLC
Listing closed: 10/25/2021 12:00 AM • Source: NEWCANAAN, MLS#: 145877

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,700,000

Avg days on market

37

Sale-to-list ratio

99.4%

New Canaan, CT

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens CT, LLC, Francine Snelwar

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Schuyler Bull Minckler

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Property Information for 31 Chichester Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $13,419 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Exterior: Vert Board
  • School: West
  • Swimming Pool: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Lot Size: 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Absolute Longitude: 74
  • Buyer Zip Code: 06831
  • Directions: Wahackme Road to Chichester Road
  • Equipment Included: Ceiling Fan, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Negotiate: LB
  • Station: NC
Parking
  • Garage: Carport
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Hoa: Homeowner Assoc: No
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Property
Lot Information
  • Parcel Id: NCAN-000026-000022-G000035
  • Zoning: 200
Property and Assessments
  • Amenities: 1st Fl Primary Bdrm, Terrace
  • Assessment: $738,920
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Group Id: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Water: Town/City
  • Property Type: A
  • Real Estate Owned: No
Utilities
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Oil Tank: Above Ground
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Heater: Sep/Oil
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Porch: Screened
  • Roof: Other
Interior Features
  • Air Conditioning: Central
  • Attic: None
  • Basement: Finished, Partial, Walkout, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, W/W Carpet, Mixed, Hardwood
  • Heat Zone: 1
  • Heating: FHA
  • Walls: Dry Wall
  • Rooms: 8
Room 1
  • Room Type: Entry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Remarks: Peaceful views from the moment you enter this home
  • Length: 16.0
  • Width: 18.0
  • Dimensions: 16 x 18
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 288.0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Remarks: The Poggenpohl kitchen is a chef's delight.
  • Length: 21.0
  • Width: 8.0
  • Dimensions: 21 x 8
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 168.0
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Remarks: Sunlight streams in thru walls of windows in LR/DR
  • Length: 31.0
  • Width: 21.0
  • Dimensions: 31 x 21
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 651.0
Room 4
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Remarks: Window wall showcases the property
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 15.5
  • Dimensions: 12 x 15.5
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 186.0
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Remarks: Stunning & tranquil views
  • Length: 14.0
  • Width: 12.0
  • Dimensions: 14 x 12
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 168.0
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Remarks: Peaceful views from window wall
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 15.5
  • Dimensions: 12 x 15.5
  • Level: 1
  • Area: 186.0
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Remarks: Private bedrm with its own entry
  • Length: 11.0
  • Width: 18.0
  • Dimensions: 11 x 18
  • Area: 198.0
Room 8
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Remarks: Charming rm w/unique green bottled glass insert
  • Length: 16.0
  • Width: 11.5
  • Dimensions: 16 x 11.5
  • Level: L
  • Area: 184.0
Room 9
  • Room Type: Utility Room
  • Remarks: Great storage
  • Level: L
Agent
Agent Information
  • Agent Interest: No
  • List Agent Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Agent Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • List Office Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Office Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • Listing Member Address: 93 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Member Short Id: 100412
  • Listing Office Address: 93 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Office Fax: (203) 966-4062
  • Listing Office Phone: (000) 000-0000
  • Listing Office Short Id: 20
  • Selling Agency Id: 20100904210359019933000000
  • Selling Member Short Id: 25094
  • Selling Office Address: 4 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Selling Office Email: gillian.depalo@raveis.com
  • Selling Office Fax: (203) 966-0339
  • Selling Office Phone: (203) 966-3555
  • Selling Office Short Id: 19
  • ListingMemberName: Francine Snelwar
  • ListingMemberPhone: (203) 253-6388
  • SellingMemberName: Schuyler Bull Minckler
  • SellingOfficeName: William Raveis Real Estate

Property History for 31 Chichester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1477264618

$1,600,000

+5.4% / yr

Sep 19, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91051143

$455,000

+3.1% / yr

Apr 7, 1992

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91053612

$385,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1477264618

$1,600,000

+5.4% / yr

09/19/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91051143

$455,000

+3.1% / yr

04/07/1992

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91053612

$385,000

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

Public Records for 31 Chichester Road

Taxable ValueLand$630,000Additions$397,040Total$1,027,040
Tax Record2025$17,141 ($1,428 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,023 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,023 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt210 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956Year Renovated1956Zoning2ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0026 B:022 L:00G35

Schools near 31 Chichester 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
Private - PK to 9
Rating
School
Distance
West School
PublicPK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

New Canaan Country School
PrivatePK to 9

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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This home: 31 Chichester Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
$1,600,000
4
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43,560
$452,000
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3,119
43,560
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