Home / Recently Sold / New Canaan
Closed · For Sale
$1,625,000
Asked $1,695,000 · Sold 2026-01-22

216 White Oak Shade Road, New Canaan, Connecticut 06840

4 beds 4 baths 2,404 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1840

About this home

Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern living in this beautifully renovated 1840 home, ideally located in one of the most desirable in-town neighborhoods. Fully restored in 2013, this classic New England property features timeless architectural details alongside thoughtful updates throughout. Step inside to find sun-filled rooms, warm hardwood floors, and high-end finishes that create a welcoming and sophisticated atmosphere. The updated kitchen boasts premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and a seamless flow into the living and dining areas-ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. With three finished levels, this home offers four spacious bedrooms, including a versatile lower-level suite perfect for guests, a home office, or au pair quarters. Bonus spaces on the lower and third floors provide flexibility for a gym, media room, or playroom. Enjoy outdoor living in the professionally landscaped yard with a private stone patio and a stunning outdoor fireplace-perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. A charming two-story red barn adds additional storage or workshop potential. Explore the vibrant downtown, featuring upscale shops and diverse dining options, or take a walk to nearby Waveny Park with its scenic trails and expansive green spaces. Situated in a top-rated school district and close to two train stations, this turnkey property seamlessly blends historic charm with modern convenience.

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$1,625,000
Beds
4
Baths
4
Interior
2,404 sq ft
Lot
0.48 ac
Year Built
1840
MLS #
24121202
ZIP
06840
Days on Market
84
Heat
Propane · Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Septic
Parking
Barn, Paved (2-car)
Laundry
Lower Level
Flood Zone
No

Flood risk: check the FEMA flood map for this address.

Schools

Elementary
South
Middle / Jr High
Saxe Middle
High School
New Canaan

Taxes

Property tax
$15,409 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$923,230

Interior

Appliances
Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Basement
Full, Fully Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
Fireplaces
2
Total rooms
8

Building & Exterior

Style
Colonial, Antique
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Siding
Clapboard
Exterior features
Barn, Gutters, Patio
Foundation
Concrete
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
1AC
Lot
Dry, Cleared

Energy

Energy features
Generator

What's nearby

Grocery
Walter Stewart's Market1.6 mi away
Also nearby
Acme1.62 mi away
Pharmacy
Walgreens1.46 mi away
Train
Talmadge Hill Station1.48 mi awayMetro-North Railroad
Elementary
South
Middle
Saxe Middle
High school
New Canaan
~1.1 miWalter Stewart's Market — 1.6 miAcme — 1.62 miWalgreens — 1.46 miTalmadge Hill — 1.48 mi
This homeGroceryPharmacyTrain

Real streets from OpenStreetMap; distances are straight-line from the property, not driving routes.

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Listing & sale history

Every time this exact home has come to market in the MLS data this site tracks. Where a sale closed, the recorded sale price is shown; "asking" marks a price the home was listed at rather than what it sold for.

2026-01-22Sold — $1,625,000 asked $1,695,000 (this listing)MLS 24121202

Public record

From the New Canaan assessor's public property record. These figures describe the property as the town has it on file and can differ from the listing — a finished basement or an addition may not be reflected in the assessor's living area.

Year built1840
Living area2,888 sq ft
Total rooms8
Lot size0.48 acres
Stories2
HeatForced Hot Air
ExteriorClapboards
Assessed value$923,230
Town appraisal$1,318,900
Last recorded sale2003 — $612,000

Recorded sales

Deed transfers on file with the New Canaan land records, newest first. These are recordings rather than MLS sales, so they include transfers that were never listed. Nominal and $0 transfers (estate, trust and family conveyances) are excluded.

Listing courtesy of Derek Greene — Derek Greene · (860) 560-1006

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