New
$5,895,000
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 7,723 sqft · 3.11 acre lot
474 Brookside Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Single family · Built 1932 · $763/sqft ·
$32,720/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 2 cars
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
A truly exceptional private estate, this country compound set on more than three private acres, blends timeless character, refined design, and modern luxury. Anchored by a beautifully preserved 1932 main residence and an extraordinary 2,300-square-foot poolside entertainment barn, the property is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The main residence offers five bedrooms and three full baths, including a luxurious primary suite with spa-like bath, expansive walk-in closet, and private deck overlooking the grounds. Gracious formal living and dining rooms complement a chef's kitchen opening to the family room and breakfast area. A finished lower level provides additional living and entertaining space. The poolside barn is a destination unto itself, with a dramatic Great room, wet bar and kitchenette, private gym, home office, full bath, and outdoor shower. Expansive lawns, perennial gardens, multiple outdoor fireplaces, a spectacular swimming pool, and gracious dining veranda complete the grounds. Distinct living and entertaining spaces flow effortlessly together, creating an experience like no other. 1932 Main House measures 4,748sf + 2013 Barn/Guest House Measures 2,351sf .75 Acres in New Canaan, 2.36 Acres in Norwalk. Property taxes payable annually: To Town of New Canaan: $24,031, to Town of Norwalk: $9,044 Total: $33,075.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 20.8' x 19.1'
- Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 13.3' x 12.7'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14.1' x 10.6'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 17.1' x 11.1'
- Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 17.3' x 14.11'
- Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 17.1' x 14.8'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 14
- Other Dimensions: 25.2' x 12'
- Other Features: Interior Balcony
- Eat-In Kitchen Dimensions: 24.1' x 13.7'
- Eat-In Kitchen Level: Main
- Eat-In Kitchen Features: Dining Area, French Doors, Island, Pantry, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Rec/Play Room Dimensions: 26.1' x 24.7'
- Rec/Play Room Level: Lower
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Audio system,cable - available,security system
Appliances
- Gas range
- Microwave
- Range hood
- Subzero
- Dishwasher
- Laundry Features: Second Floor/2nd Pool Laundry in Barn, Upper Level
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Propane
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
- Water Heaters: Domestic
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 19.8' x 13.3'
- Dining Room Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Dining Room Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Terrace
Schools
- 10
New Canaan High School
high · 9-12 · 1.2 mi
- 10
Saxe Middle School
elementary · 5-8 · 1.2 mi
Parkway Christian Academy Happy Time Nursery
elementary · K-6 · 1.6 mi
- 9
South School
elementary · K-4 · 1.4 mi
- 10
East School
elementary · K-4 · 2.2 mi
St Aloysius School
elementary · K-8 · 2.3 mi
Price history
- Sep 10, 2026 · Listed$5,895,000
- Apr 17, 2026 · Listing Removed$50,000
- Jan 8, 2026 · Listed For Rent$50,000
- Feb 20, 2025 · Listing Removed$45,000
- Dec 6, 2024 · Listing Removed—
- Dec 5, 2024 · Listed For Rent$45,000
- Jan 24, 2024 · Listing Removed—
- Jan 23, 2024 · Listed For Rent$42,000
Tax history
- 2026$24,032 tax · $1,416,380 assessed
- 2023$22,019 tax · $1,162,560 assessed
- 2022$21,356 tax · $1,162,560 assessed
- 2021$21,112 tax · $1,162,560 assessed
- 2020$21,112 tax · $1,162,560 assessed
- 2019$21,205 tax · $1,162,560 assessed
- 2018$21,583 tax · $1,272,600 assessed
- 2017$21,214 tax · $1,272,600 assessed
Home value
$5,827,327
- Quantarium$5,827,327
- Collateral Analytics$5,836,000
- Cotality$3,111,200
Where it is
Listed by Christine Saxe · Compass New Canaan · SMARTMLS
