48 Driftway Lane, New Canaan, Connecticut 06840

About this home

Hidden away at the end of a coveted West Side cul-de-sac, 48 Driftway Lane is a private estate tucked among the winding back roads of New Canaan. Perched atop 1.62 beautifully landscaped acres and surrounded by nature, the setting offers a rare sense of peace and privacy, yet remains just minutes from downtown New Canaan and approximately one hour from New York City. Newly constructed from the ground up in 2017 and offering over 10,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated living space, the home unfolds through a series of light-filled rooms where architectural detail, craftsmanship, and connection take center stage. A grand central foyer showcases a statement staircase framed by glass railings, creating a stunning focal point from the moment you enter. At the heart of the home, a sunlit gathering space serves as the natural connection point between the designer kitchen, soaring two-story family room, and outdoor living spaces beyond. Anchored by a stunning 10-foot quartzite waterfall island and matching custom quartzite hood, the kitchen balances beauty and function with Thermador appliances, Sub-Zero refrigeration and wine storage, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. The dramatic family room draws the eye upward with soaring ceilings, extensive architectural detailing, automated Lutron shades, and walls of windows that flood the space with natural light.

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What it would cost per month

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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 $4,195,000, ranging $3,700,000 to $5,300,000.

Within a 15-minute walk, sold in the last year
• 114 Adams Lane6 bd · 10 ba · 9,369 sq ft · 0.3 mi away
  $5,300,000$565/sq ft2026-07-15
• 42 Hillcrest Road5 bd · 8 ba · 8,534 sq ft · 0.3 mi away
  $4,855,000$568/sq ft2026-04-06
• 71 Welles Lane6 bd · 9 ba · 9,395 sq ft · 0.4 mi away
  $3,700,000$393/sq ft2025-08-08
Within about a mile and a half, sold in the last 2 years
• 402 Spring Water Lane6 bd · 8 ba · 8,494 sq ft · 0.2 mi away
  $4,110,000$483/sq ft2025-01-14
• 98 Indian Waters Drive5 bd · 8 ba · 7,870 sq ft · 0.3 mi away
  $4,195,000$533/sq ft2026-05-15

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.

• 2015-11-24$450,000Single Family

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Closest in price to this one.

• 119 Proprietors Crossing6 bed · 10 bath · 15,399 sq ft$7,250,000
• 62 Summersweet Lane6 bed · 9 bath · 16,126 sq ft$6,595,000
• 46 Norholt Drive6 bed · 10 bath · 9,429 sq ft$7,499,000
• 190 Brookwood Lane6 bed · 8 bath · 10,495 sq ft$8,250,000
• 67 Carter Street5 bed · 8 bath · 9,300 sq ft$5,500,000
• 102 Silver Ridge Road5 bed · 7 bath · 8,096 sq ft$5,475,000

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