48 Brookwood Lane
New Canaan, CT 06840
$2,495,000 - Oenoke Ridge
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.
| Mls Number: | 24136291 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $2,495,000 |
| Property Type: | Single Family |
| Beds Total: | 3 |
| Baths Full: | 2 |
| Sq Ft Total: | 1,483 |
| HOA Fee Amount: | 500.0 |
| Property Tax: | $13,881 |
| Acres: | 4.01 |
| Style: | Cottage |
| City: | New Canaan |
| Neighborhood: | Oenoke Ridge |
| County Or Parish: | Fairfield |
| Postal Code: | 06840 |
| Year Built: | 1940 |
| Basement Description: | Yes |
| Color: | White |
| Directions: | n/a |
| High School: | New Canaan |
| Original List Price: | $2,950,000 |
| Sewage System: | Septic |
| Tax Year: | July 2025-June 2026 |
| Waterfront Description: | Not Applicable |
| Water Source: | Private Well |
| Zoning: | 2AC |
| Acres Source: | Public Records |
| Agent Owner Yn: | Yes |
| Status: | Active |
| Appliances Included: | Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Freezer |
| Assessed Value: | $831,600 |
| Association Fee Includes: | Snow Removal, Road Maintenance |
| Attic Yn: | No |
| Basement Description: | Full |
| Baths Total: | 2 |
| Comp Only Manual Yn: | No |
| Cooling System: | Central Air |
| Current Price: | $2,495,000.00 |
| Display Fair Market Value Yn: | No |
| Elementary School: | West |
| Exterior Siding: | Shake |
| Fireplaces Total: | 1 |
| Flood Zone Yn: | No |
| Foundation Type: | Masonry |
| Heat Type: | Other |
| Hoa Fee Frequency: | Other |
| Home Owner's Assocation: | Yes |
| Home Warranty Offered Yn: | No |
| Hot Water Description: | 100 Gallon Tank |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-10-31 |
| Lot Description: | Some Wetlands, Lightly Wooded, Borders Open Space, On Cul-De-Sac |
| Middle Jr High School: | Saxe Middle |
| Mil Rate Total: | $16.69 |
| Status: | Active |
| New Construction Type: | No/Resale |
| Occupied By: | Vacant |
| Parcel Number: | 999999999 |
| Possession Availability: | tbd |
| Potential Short Sale: | No |
| Preferred Phone: | (203) 517-8105 |
| Price: | $2,495,000 |
| Roof Information: | Asphalt Shingle |
| Sign Yn: | No |
| Special Association Assessment: | Yes |
| Sq Ft Description: | 3 bedroom, 2 bath renovated cottage |
| Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: | 1,483 |
| Sq Ft Total: | 1,483 |
| Swimming Pool Yn: | No |
| Total Rooms: | 6 |
| Under Agreement Yn: | No |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
Listing Courtesy of: Houlihan Lawrence
Listing Agent: James B Hoffman
(203) 517-8105
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