48 Brookwood Lane, New Canaan, Connecticut 06840

About this home

Behind the gates of the once star-studded estate lies a rare opportunity to create a legacy property in one of New Canaan's most peaceful and desirable settings. Part of the former storied estate once associated with famous actors, musicians, and industrialists, the property carries a sense of history and character rarely found in today's land offerings. Set on over four flat acres with mature trees, this unique property offers an increasingly rare combination of privacy and beauty minutes from downtown New Canaan, NYC train service, and walkable to nearby Clubs. The land itself is the true standout: level, framed by large mature trees, creating an ideal canvas for a homesite that has been approved for a six-bedroom septic system. Electric utility infrastructure has been installed, significantly shortening the path toward development. An added perk is a Nature walking trail through recently restored acre of improved wetlands Unlike a typical land offering, buyers have the opportunity to collaborate with an experienced builder/design team to help streamline the process. Options may include building a fully custom residence or working from thoughtfully developed architectural concepts tailored specifically for the property and setting. Part of a limited collection of estate homesites that will ultimately define one of New Canaan's most compelling settings.

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What it would cost per month

An estimate you can adjust — not a quote, and not an offer of credit. Principal and interest only, plus the taxes and HOA already on this listing. Insurance, PMI and closing costs are not included. Rate seeded at 6.5% (August 2026); change it to whatever your lender quotes.

What's nearby

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Recent comparable sales

The 5 closest recent sales to this home, nearest match first — same building where possible, then the surrounding streets, widening only when there is nothing closer. These are recorded sale prices from the MLS, not estimates. No automated valuation is shown, because what a home is worth depends on condition, layout and timing that a formula cannot see — call John at 203·883·3399 to read them properly against this home.

5 comparable sales — median $975,000, ranging $850,000 to $1,250,000.

Within a 15-minute walk, sold in the last year
• 101 Parade Hill Road3 bd · 2 ba · 1,404 sq ft · 0.7 mi away
  $1,100,000$783/sq ft2026-04-14
Within about a mile and a half, sold in the last 2 years
• 238 Smith Ridge Road3 bd · 2 ba · 1,351 sq ft · 0.4 mi away
  $925,000$684/sq ft2024-12-13
• 101 Parade Hill Road3 bd · 2 ba · 1,304 sq ft · 0.7 mi away
  $850,000$651/sq ft2024-10-25
• 30 Parade Hill Road3 bd · 2 ba · 1,805 sq ft · 0.9 mi away
  $1,250,000$692/sq ft2025-01-09
• 60 East Avenue3 bd · 2 ba · 1,400 sq ft · 1.5 mi away
  $975,000$696/sq ft2026-04-17

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