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48 Brookwood Lane

New Canaan, CT 06840
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,483

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Acres4.01

Acres(Lot)

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, sign ificantly 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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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,495,000

AD Id : 68504189

MLS Id : 24136291

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 4.01 Acres

Living Area Size : 1,483 Sq. Ft

Tax Amount : $13,881

Year Built : 1940

County : Fairfield

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 6 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1940 Building Area Total: 1483 Construction Materials: Frame, Shake Siding Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 4.01 Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $2495000 Original Price: $2950000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 999999999 Annual Tax: $13881

  • Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes Included Fees: Snow Removal HOA: $500.00

  • School Information

    Elementary School: West
    Junior High School: Saxe Middle
    Senior High School: New Canaan
  • Location Information

    Direction: n/a WaterSource: Well
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/04/2026 @ 21:36

MLS: 24136291 LISTED BY: James Hoffman, Houlihan Lawrence SOURCE: SmartMLS

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