Home / Recently Sold / New Canaan
Closed · For Sale
$3,505,000
Asked $2,599,000 · Sold 2025-04-24

243 White Oak Shade Road, New Canaan, Connecticut 06840

4 beds 5 baths 4,653 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1934

About this home

Quietly tucked away on ~2.5 private acres in the highly coveted South of the YMCA neighborhood, this stunning colonial estate offers an unparalleled lifestyle. Located just minutes from the heart of downtown New Canaan, Waveny Park, and top-rated schools, this one-of-a-kind home is a rare gem. The home has been thoughtfully transformed inside and out, blending timeless charm with modern sophistication. This meticulously updated residence boasts 4 spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bath, providing luxury and privacy. Every detail has been considered - from the newly installed white oak hardwood floors to the exquisite Farrow & Ball paint, Viking / Subzero appliances, updated baths, brand new roofs on home & pool house and the finest lighting fixtures... just to name a few! Bright and sun-drenched, the home's interiors exude warmth and character, creating a welcoming space for both relaxation and entertaining. Step outside and discover a true private oasis: lush manicured grounds, stunning flower beds and mature plantings. The sparkling pool and pool house complete this outdoor paradise, offering the perfect setting for leisurely days or vibrant gatherings. This home is not just a property, but a lifestyle. It is the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, & convenience, and it's ready for you to move in & enjoy. Experience the best of New England living-bring your toothbrush & get ready to immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of this extraordinary property.

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$3,505,000
Beds
4
Baths
5
Interior
4,653 sq ft
Lot
2.48 ac
Year Built
1934
MLS #
24077853
ZIP
06840
Days on Market
4
Heat
Oil · Hot Water
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Private Well
Sewer
Septic
Parking
Attached Garage (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
$20,592 (July 2024-June 2025)
Assessed value
$1,275,820

Interior

Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Basement
Full, Storage, Garage Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished
Attic
Storage Space, Finished, Floored, Walk-up
Fireplaces
3
Total rooms
11

Building & Exterior

Style
Colonial
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Siding
Clapboard
Exterior features
Barn, Lighting, Shed, Awnings, Deck, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Paddock, Underground Sprinkler
Foundation
Block
Pool
Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
1AC
Lot
Fence - Wood, Fence - Privacy, Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, Professionally Landscaped

What's nearby

Grocery
Walter Stewart's Market1.68 mi away
Also nearby
Acme1.68 mi away
Pharmacy
Walgreens1.54 mi away
Train
Talmadge Hill Station1.33 mi awayMetro-North Railroad
Elementary
South
Middle
Saxe Middle
High school
New Canaan
~1.1 miWalter Stewart's Market — 1.68 miAcme — 1.68 miWalgreens — 1.54 miTalmadge Hill — 1.33 mi
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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.

2025-04-24Sold — $3,505,000 asked $2,599,000 (this listing)MLS 24077853
2024-10-01Sold — $2,149,000 asked $2,195,000MLS 24038878

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 built1934
Living area4,253 sq ft
Total rooms11
Lot size2.48 acres
Stories2
HeatHot Water
ExteriorClapboards
Assessed value$1,275,820
Town appraisal$1,822,600
Last recorded sale2016 — $1,650,000

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 Coldwell Banker Realty — Daniel McCamblau · (203) 227-8424

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