Last Sold Price
8 beds
485 Laurel Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840

Description

Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore,...Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/31/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Chau Ngo-Prutting • Compass Connecticut, LLC
    P: (203) 343-0141 C: (917) 848-0341 chau.prutting@compass.com

Property Details for 485 Laurel Road

Status
MLS #
122046
Days on Market
169
Taxes
$64,951 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1846
Lot Size
17.50 AC / 762,300 SF
Section
Out of Town
Design
Farm House
Pool
No
Basement Type
Full, Partially Finished
Garage #
3.00
Garage Desc
Detached
Garage
Yes

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass Connecticut, LLC, Chau Ngo-Prutting

Sold By Compass Connecticut, LLC, Chau Ngo-Prutting

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Building Information for 485 Laurel Road

Stories-Year Built1846Building Size-Lot Size17.50 AC / 762,300 SF

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$39,722 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$34,309

Property Taxes

$5,413

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 485 Laurel Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: 16 - Out of Town
  • Elementary School: Out of Town
  • Middle School: Out of Town
  • City: New Canaan
  • MLS Area Major: 16 - Out of Town
  • Longitude: -73.492965
  • Latitude: 41.18
  • Postal Code: 06840
  • County: Fairfield
  • State Or Province: CT
HOA and Fees
  • Parcel Number: 090 0040 105 00112
  • Association Chg/Yr: $0
  • Taxes: $64,951
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • Baths Full: 8
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Beds Total: 8
  • Heating: Yes
  • Entry Hall Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Living Room Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Living Room Level/FP: FP: 1
  • Dining Room Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Dining Room Level/FP: FP: 1
  • Library/Den Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Library/Den Level/FP: FP: 1
  • Family Room Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Family Room Level/FP: FP: 1
  • Dbl Bdrms Level/FP: 2nd: 6
  • Bath Level/FP: 1st: 4
  • Bath Level/FP: 2nd: 3
  • Laundry Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Laundry Level/FP: 2nd: 2
  • Laundry Level/FP: LL: 1
  • Other Room Level/FP: 1st: 5
  • Other Room Level/FP: LL: 3
  • Other Room 3 Level/FP: LL: 2
  • Attic: Pull Down: Yes
  • Dining Room Comments: Formal: Yes
  • Entry Hall Comments: Foyer: Yes
  • Entry Hall Comments: Hardwood Floor: Yes
  • Family Room Comments: French Doors: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments: Adjacent Family Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments: Gourmet: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments: Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments: Pantry: Yes
  • Laundry Comments: Separate Room: Yes
  • LibraryDen Comments: Built-Ins: Yes
  • Living Room Ceilings: Extra Height: Yes
  • Other Room Comments: Butler's Pantry: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 2: Exercise Room: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 3: Mudroom: Yes
  • Heat System: Forced Air: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Ceilings: Vaulted: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments: Balcony2: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments: Walk-in Closet(s): Yes
  • Primary Bth Comments: Luxury Bath: Yes
  • Primary Bth Comments: Sep Shower: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Clapboard: Yes
  • Court: No
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Roof: Wood
  • Pool YN: No
  • Features: Outdoor Shower, Balcony
Property
Lot Information
  • Location Property Info: SPOLP: $.93
  • Location Property Info: Owner: Pond Weed LLC
  • Location Property Info: Zoning: OT - Out of Town
  • Location Property Info: # FPs: 6.0
  • Lot Description: Level,Parklike
  • Lot Size Acres: 17.5
  • Lot Size Area: 17.5
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 762300.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Description: Level: Yes
  • Lot Description: Parklike: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • General Property Info: Acres -: 17.5
  • General Property Info: Year Built Desc: Antique
  • General Property Info: Year Renovations: 2023.0
  • General Property Info: Elementary School: Out of Town
  • General Property Info: Middle School: Out of Town
  • General Property Info: Design: Farm House
  • General Property Info: Design Plan: Traditional
  • General Property Info: SqFt Source: Architect
  • Assessment: $2,279,760
  • Year Renovations: 2023
  • Zoning: OT - Out of Town
  • Sanitation Source: Septic Tank
  • SqFt Source: Architect
  • Outbuildings: Shed(s), Stable(s), Barn(s), Garage Apartment, Guest House
  • Excluded: Sculpture: Yes
  • Features: Auto Garage Door: Yes
  • Features: Balcony: Yes
  • Features: Generator: Yes
  • Features: Outdoor Shower: Yes
  • Features: Security System: Yes
  • Features: Terrace: Yes
  • Included: All Kitchen Applncs: Yes
  • Included: Call LB: Yes
  • Included: WasherDryer: Yes
  • Included: WasherDryer Hkup: Yes
Utilities
  • Gas Source: Propane: Yes
  • Heat Fuel: Gas: Yes
  • Hot Water: Gas: Yes
  • Heat System: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Public Remarks: Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space.
  • Parking Desc: Garage Door Opener

Property History for 485 Laurel Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 21, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #201478486

$4,700,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/21/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #201478486

$4,700,000

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

Public Records for 485 Laurel Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,108,800Additions$1,170,960Total$2,279,760
Tax Record2025$38,049 ($3,171 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size321,037 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Zoning2ACCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:0040 B:105 L:00112

Schools near 485 Laurel 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
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.

New Canaan
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A verdant oasis filled with historic charm. Established in 1801, New Canaan shifted from agriculture to shoe making in the 19th century. As wealthy New Yorkers started to migrate to Connecticut, they initially made their way to New Canaan to build summer homes and eventually built permanent...

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 485 Laurel Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
$6,750,000
8
762,300
1
2
1,730
443,005
$1,465,000
3
3,859
128,937
$1,350,000
6
8
8,447
95,396
$2,650,000
5
5,275
$2,075,000
5
4,450
130,680

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