For Sale48d on market
245 Benedict Hill Road
New Canaan, CT, 06840 • 06840 • Fairfield County
$3,595,000
$678/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
5Baths
5,300Sqft
4 acLot
1983Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1983 · 43 years of history
Outdoor Living
Terrace · Patio · Porch
5 Fireplaces
Cozy heat source
Barn(s)
Barn(s)
Private Pool
Gunite · Heated · Pool/Spa Combo · Fenced · In Ground
4-Car Garage
Detached
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48 days on market
Established listing
$678/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1983
A storybook entrance framed by classic stone walls opens to four flat, park-like acres leads you to this thoughtfully updated five-bedroom Colonial layered with warmth, character, and the kind of detail that make a house feel instantly welcoming. The light filled chef's kitchen flowing seamlessly into a family room with fireplace and French doors open to the terrace, heated pool, spa, and paddle court - effortless indoor outdoor living. Upstairs offers a light filled, vaulted primary bedroom suite plus 3/4 additional bedrooms and rear staircase to the spacious mudroom and side entrance. A gracious first-floor guest suite is perfect for family and friends. The finished lower level adds flexible space for exercise or play. The stunning post-and-beam barn - with room for 4+ cars and an oversized loft - completes the picture.Warm, inviting, and undeniably special. A true New England gem. Prepare to fall in love.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$23,447/month
Principal & Interest$18,654
Property Tax$3,595
Insurance$1,198
Down payment20% ($719,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,876,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1983
HeatingForced Air, Oil, Propane
CoolingCentral Air
Parking4 Garage spaces
Lot4 Acres
Days on Zillow48 Days
Price/sqft$678
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1983
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Oil, Propane
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionClapboard, Stone
Water / SewerWell / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached
Garage4 spaces
BasementFull,Finished
Fireplaces5
Lot4 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood06840
Zoning4AC
Annual tax$26,470
ParcelNCANM0046B118L00165
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Entrance Foyer
Appliances
Oven/Range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
Dishwasher
Disposal
Washer
Dryer
Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Oil
Propane
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Mud Room
Exterior Features
Exterior
Rain Gutters
Lighting
Stone Wall
Underground Sprinkler
Parking
Detached
Construction
Clapboard
Stone
Patio & Porch
Terrace
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Few Trees
Level
Cleared
Landscaped
Security
Security System
Pool Features
Gunite
Heated
Pool/Spa Combo
Fenced
In Ground
Other Structures
Barn(s)
Room details
10 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
UpperVaulted Ceiling(s)Gas Log FireplaceFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom
UpperBedroom
UpperBedroom
UpperGas Log Fireplace
Bedroom
MainBeamed CeilingsGas Log FireplaceFrench DoorsFull Bath
Dining Room
MainBeamed CeilingsFrench DoorsWide Board Floor
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market48
Tax rate1.69%
Price/sqft$678
On marketFeb 25, 2026
PostedFeb 25, 2026
Last sold$1,945,000
MLS updatedApr 11, 2026
Tour days9
Views5,643
Favorites193
How are the schools in New Canaan?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
New Canaan, CT, 06840
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 4, 2026Listed For Sale$3,595,000$678Smart MLS
Sep 23, 2016Sold$1,945,000$367Smart MLS
May 11, 2016Price Change$2,150,000$406William Raveis Real Estate
Feb 22, 2016Price Change$2,165,000$408William Raveis Real Estate
Oct 25, 2015Price Change$2,295,000$433William Raveis Real Estate
Oct 15, 2015Price Change$2,495,000$471William Raveis Real Estate
Oct 5, 2015Listed For Sale$2,295,000$433William Raveis Real Estate
Listed For Sale$3,595,000
Mar 4, 2026•$678/sqft•Smart MLS
Sold$1,945,000
Sep 23, 2016•$367/sqft•Smart MLS
Price Change$2,150,000
May 11, 2016•$406/sqft•William Raveis Real Estate
Price Change$2,165,000
Feb 22, 2016•$408/sqft•William Raveis Real Estate
Price Change$2,295,000
Oct 25, 2015•$433/sqft•William Raveis Real Estate
Price Change$2,495,000
Oct 15, 2015•$471/sqft•William Raveis Real Estate
Listed For Sale$2,295,000
Oct 5, 2015•$433/sqft•William Raveis Real Estate
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025$26,470$1,585,990
Apr 15, 2024$25,598$1,585,990
Apr 15, 2023$23,253$1,227,730
Apr 15, 2022$22,553$1,227,730
Apr 15, 2021$22,296$1,227,730
Apr 15, 2020$22,296$1,227,730
Apr 15, 2019$22,394$1,227,730
Apr 15, 2018$21,773$1,283,800
Apr 15, 2017$21,401$1,283,800
Apr 15, 2016$20,939$1,283,800
Apr 15, 2015$20,528$1,283,800
Apr 15, 2014$19,069$1,227,100
Apr 15, 2013$15,773$1,081,100
Apr 15, 2012$15,222$1,081,100
Apr 15, 2011$14,973$1,081,100
Apr 15, 2010$14,681$1,081,100
Apr 15, 2009$14,433$1,081,100
Apr 15, 2008$16,417$1,085,800
Apr 15, 2007$15,788$1,085,800
Apr 15, 2006$15,245$1,085,800
Apr 15, 2005$14,539$1,085,800
Apr 15, 2004$12,904$1,019,300
Apr 15, 2003$13,698$979,160
Apr 15, 2000$11,298$551,670
Apr 15, 1999$10,758$551,670
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Local context around this listing
New Canaan, CT • Fairfield County
Nearby cities
BridgeportDanburyFairfieldGreenwichNewtownNorwalkSheltonStamford
Nearby zip codes
0684006842
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