
Land with Home for Sale in New Canaan, Connecticut
523 Brookside Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840
Nestled at the end of a long private drive south of the Merritt Parkway, this classic Colonial offers timeless character, generous living space, and a highly convenient location. Beautifully expanded and thoughtfully updated 15 years ago, the home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, enduring quality, and solid construction described as having "great bones." The main level is rich with architectural detail - an elegant front-to-back Living Room with fireplace and exquisite custom built-in cabinetry and the Dining Room with beautiful built-in details. At the heart of the home is an expansive Kitchen featuring high-end appliances, custom built-ins, and a second fireplace in the casual dining area-an inviting space for morning coffee, relaxed meals, or entertaining. The adjacent light-filled Family Room offers beautiful views of the changing seasons and provides a comfortable extension of the main living areas. The house includes four spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, while a private suite above the garage adds a fifth bedroom with full bath, offering flexibility for guests, a private office or additional living space. Finished recreational space on the lower level provides room to work, play, exercise and the generous terrace creates an inviting setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. With its distinctive architecture, thoughtful layout, and quality details, the home offers an exceptional foundation for personalization, including some cosmetic updating to the exterior. With its convenient location, wonderful privacy, and access to excellent New Canaan schools, this distinctive Colonial combines classic character with modern-day flexibility and is ready for its next chapter. Note: 23 windows were replaced in 2020!
Location
- Street address
- 523 Brookside Rd
- County
- Fairfield County
- Zip code
- 06840
- Elevation
- 238 feet
Directions
Exit 14 off Merritt, Right on Gerdes, Right on White Oak Shade, Right on Brookside, Right to 523 Brookside. Last house on driveway.
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.59 acres
- Zoning
- 1AC
- MLS #
- CTMLS 24201426
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2027
- $21,324
Parcels
- 36/53/K14
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Franchise
- Sotheby's International Realty
Lot
- Features
- Lightly Wooded, Professionally Landscaped, Rear Lot
Exterior
- Features
- Terrace
Structure
- Style
- Colonial
- Basement
- Full, Partially Finished
- Water
- Private
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Cooling
- Central Air
Interior
- Room Count
- 9
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 5
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer
- Security
- Security System
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| South | Elementary |
| New Canaan | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 8, 2026 | New listing | $1,995,000 | — | CTMLS |


































