469 Brookside Road

New Canaan, CT 06840

$2,675,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
5
Baths
5,275 Sq. Ft.
$507 / Sq. Ft.
5,275
Sq. Ft.
$507
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spectacular Country Compound “Shadowlyn” dates back to 1820 with a legacy rich in history and notable for its convenience to Darien, New Canaan & Norwalk. Brimming with period details, the charm of old merges beautifully with today’s modern luxuries at this sun-filled 6-bedroom home. Beautifully proportioned rooms, high ceilings, antique wood floors, warm, open country kitchen with dining area and butler’s pantry. 2 family rooms with natural stone fireplaces. Revel in the vistas that expand over...Spectacular Country Compound “Shadowlyn” dates back to 1820 with a legacy rich in history and notable for its convenience to Darien, New Canaan & Norwalk. Brimming with period details, the charm of old merges beautifully with today’s modern luxuries at this sun-filled 6-bedroom home. Beautifully proportioned rooms, high ceilings, antique wood floors, warm, open country kitchen with dining area and butler’s pantry. 2 family rooms with natural stone fireplaces. Revel in the vistas that expand over the sweeping lawn, specimen trees, 2 charming antique barns w/guest apartment, tennis court, heated pool and pool house w/kitchen and bath. There is no better place to unwind, relax and soak up the sun in the afternoon glow. This family retreat provides the very best of peace and privacy.

Listing Agents

  1. Polly Sykes

    Polly Sykes

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Listed by Taylor Tait • Houlihan Lawrence
    P: (203) 644-0026 C: (203) 6440026 ttait@houlihanlawrence.com

Property Details for 469 Brookside Road

Basement Description
Partial With Walk-Out, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes

Location

Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Polly Sykes; Houlihan Lawrence, Taylor Tait

Sold By Brown Harris Stevens, Matthew Oldham

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/06/2021 04:26 PM

Property Details for 469 Brookside Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170385217
Days on Market56
Taxes$27,510 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1820
Lot Size3.43 AC / 149,410 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Polly Sykes; Houlihan Lawrence, Taylor Tait

Sold By Brown Harris Stevens, Matthew Oldham

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Building Information for 469 Brookside Road

Stories-Year Built1820Building Size-Lot Size3.43 AC / 149,410 SF

Payment Calculator

$16,891 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,599

Property Taxes

$2,293

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 469 Brookside Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Post Road or White Oak Shade to Brookside Road
  • Elementary School: South
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: New Canaan
  • Latitude: 41.116077
  • Longitude: -73.47469
  • Middle Jr High School: Saxe Middle
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $27,510
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, French Doors, Fruit Trees, Guest House, Hot Tub, Patio, Tennis Court, Underground Sprinkler
  • Pool Description: Pool House, In Ground Pool, Heated, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished, Heated
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Sunny and on 2nd floor
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sauna, Sitting Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 15
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,L-Shaped
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Palladian Window(s),Skylight
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Studio Apt
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Dining Area,Double-Sink,Hardwood Floor,Pantry
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Fireplace,French Doors,Slate Floor,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exclusions: Chandeliers in the dining room, office and barn.
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1820
  • Year Built Source: Approximate
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Wood, Fence - Electric Pet, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 185775
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5275.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5275.0
  • Zoning: 200
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, Oil
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 10
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 11
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 12
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 13
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 14
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D
Unit 15
  • Listing Key: DD717E88162974E3E0531401100AAC6D

Property History for 469 Brookside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 469 Brookside Road

Taxable ValueLand$677,600Additions$838,880Total$1,516,480
Tax Record2023$28,722 ($2,394 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size149,411 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoning1ACCountyFAIRFIELDAPNNCAN M:0036 B:053 L:000K6

Schools near 469 Brookside 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
South School
PublicK to 4

Saxe Middle School
Public5 to 8

New Canaan High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Polly Sykes; Houlihan Lawrence, Taylor Tait

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