49 Gower Road

Closed 6/29/23
Closed 6/29/23
Classic 6 Bay Colonial
Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,460,000
5 beds4,371 sqft
49 Gower Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.29 acresLot Size
2001Year Built
$563/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully maintained center entrance colonial with outstanding curb appeal and great flow. 9-foot ceilings, large open kitchen and breakfast room adjoining the family room with fireplace and bookshelves. 5 bedrooms, 3 full bath and one-half bath, additional second floor family room with fireplace adjoins office and laundry area. Stunning backyard with built-in stone fireplace, outdoor grill and patio. House connected to natural gas on the street. Many upgrades including third garage bay and office...Beautifully maintained center entrance colonial with outstanding curb appeal and great flow. 9-foot ceilings, large open kitchen and breakfast room adjoining the family room with fireplace and bookshelves. 5 bedrooms, 3 full bath and one-half bath, additional second floor family room with fireplace adjoins office and laundry area. Stunning backyard with built-in stone fireplace, outdoor grill and patio. House connected to natural gas on the street. Many upgrades including third garage bay and office extension. Walk to all in-town schools. Just a perfect location and wonderful home. Showings begin on Thursday, March 16th after broker open house.
  • Listed by: Martha G Perry • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
  • Listed by: Janis Hennessy • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 06/29/2023 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170554947

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Martha G Perry; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Janis Hennessy

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence, Julie Bauer; Houlihan Lawrence, Anika Charron

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Property Information for 49 Gower Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $22,993 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Lot Size: 0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Merritt Parkway to South Avenue. North on South Avenue to Gower Road. Left on to Gower Road.
  • Elementary School: South
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.13333
  • Longitude: -73.49068
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Park, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: 2022.0
  • Property Tax: $22,993
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Grill, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Compactor, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer
  • Room Count: 14
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: F6800EA51BB50759E053D501100AD5A0
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,On 3rd Floor,Stall Shower,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Sliders
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: F6800EA51BB50759E053D501100AD5A0
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor,Island,Pantry
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bay/Bow Window,Dining Area,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Stall Shower,Stone Floor,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 7.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Gray
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 8349
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: Field Card says 4371 sf living area.
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3806
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 189661
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4371.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4371.0
  • Zoning: ARES
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Gas In Street
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Equipment Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Security System, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 49 Gower Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1515590138

$2,460,049

+2.3% / yr

Nov 30, 2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #801045580

$1,850,000—
Nov 30, 2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #301045580

$1,850,000

+1.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1515590138

$2,460,049

+2.3% / yr

11/30/2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #801045580

$1,850,000
11/30/2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #301045580

$1,850,000

+1.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 49 Gower Road

Taxable ValueLand$654,150Additions$877,100Total$1,531,250
Tax Record2025$25,557 ($2,130 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,806 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,806 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,496 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001Year Renovated2001ZoningARESCountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNCAN M:000M B:235 L:00H57

Schools near 49 Gower Road

This home is within New Canaan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South School
Public - K to 4
Saxe Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
New Canaan High School
Public - 9 to 12
St Aloysius School
Private - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
South School
PublicK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

St Aloysius School
PrivateK to 8

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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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Martha G Perry; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Janis Hennessy

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