85 Harrison Ave New Canaan, CT, 06840

single family home
$ 4,850,000 For Sale Active Apr 23, 2026
  • 5 beds
  • 7 baths
  • 6,304 sq ft
  • 2004 year built
  • in ground pool
  • 2 cars garage

About the Home

This exceptional and meticulously crafted residence offers the perfect synthesis of luxury, space and privacy in one of New Canaan's most coveted in-town locations. Nestled on a rare.52-acre private parcel, this thoughtfully and beautifully recently renovated home provides a serene retreat while remaining uber convenient to schools, shopping and cherished downtown amenities. Spanning four beautifully finished levels, the home offers elevator access to three floors, providing exceptional convenience and seamless flow throughout. Expansive living and family room areas showcasing striking millwork are perfectly suited for entertaining and gatherings while the main level office with coffered ceiling provides a refined space for work from home life. At the heart of the home-and sure to impress-is a stunning open-concept chef's kitchen, thoughtfully designed to balance functionality with elevated style. Featuring double sinks, a spacious pantry, custom built-ins, and a large communal quartz island, the space is as practical as it is stunning. A newly installed 2026 Wolf range anchors the kitchen, making it a true culinary enthusiast's dream and open sight lines from kitchen to breakfast room, to family room and welcoming deck create a natural gathering space for both everyday living and entertaining. Two adjacent mudrooms with ample closets and storage throughout offer effortless organization and complement the first floor.

Rooms & Interior

5 bedrooms beds
6 full + 1 half baths
6,304 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Living Room (Main Level) Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Dining Room (Main Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Kitchen (Main Level) Built-In Hutch, Quartz Counters, Dining Area, Double-Sink, French Doors, Island
  • Great Room (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Office (Main Level) Beams, Hardwood Floor
  • Primary Bedroom (Upper Level) Fireplace, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Primary Bath (Upper Level) Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Double-Sink
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Full Bath (Upper Level) Tile Floor
  • Family Room (Main Level) Beams, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Other (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Other (Main Level) Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor
  • Other (Main Level) Partial Bath, Walk-In Closet, Tile Floor
  • Full Bath (Upper Level) Tile Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Bedroom Suite, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Full Bath (Upper Level) Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Double-Sink, Tile Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Full Bath (Upper Level) Remodeled, Built-Ins, Quartz Counters
  • Other (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Rec/Play Room (Lower Level) Built-Ins, Wet Bar, Fireplace, Sliders, Engineered Wood Floor
  • Full Bath (Lower Level) Dressing Room, Stall Shower
  • Other (Lower Level) Built-Ins, Tile Floor
  • Other Rooms Foyer

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Heating: radiant, zoned
  • Heat fuel type: oil, propane
  • Fuel tank: in basement

Cooling

  • Central air
  • Zoned

Interior Features

  • Auto garage door opener
  • Cable - pre-wired
  • Central vacuum
  • Elevator
  • Open floor plan
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Gas cooktop
  • Wall oven
  • Microwave
  • Range hood
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Wine chiller

Home Automation

  • Thermostat(s)

Attic

  • Heated
  • Storage space
  • Finished
  • Walk-up

Basement

  • Full
  • Storage
  • Fully finished
  • Interior access
  • Walk-out

Laundry

  • Location: 2nd floor w/side by side & sink
  • Upper level

Energy Features

  • Generator
  • Programmable thermostat
  • Thermopane windows

Exterior Features

  • Underground utilities
  • Shed
  • Deck
  • Gutters
  • Lighting
  • French doors
  • Underground sprinkler
  • Patio

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 2
  • Attached garage
  • Paved
  • Driveway

Swimming Pool

  • Gunite
  • In ground pool

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 0.52 acres
  • Professionally landscaped

Driveway

  • Private
  • Paved

Utilities

  • Water: public water connected
  • Sewage: pub. sewer connected

Near-by Amenities

  • Health club
  • Library
  • Medical facilities
  • Park
  • Playground/tot lot
  • Private rec facilities
  • Shopping/mall
  • Tennis courts

Construction Details

Style
colonial

Construction year
2004

Exterior Siding
clapboard

Foundation
concrete

Roof
wood shingle


Area & Town

This home is located in Town Center neighborhood, in the town of New Canaan.

Finance & Listing Info

Status Active
Listing date April 23, 2026
List price $ 4,850,000
Current price $ 4,850,000
Tax amount $ 34,350
Tax year july 2025-june 2026
MLS ID #24165483
List Agent Wendy Werneburg
Co-List Agent Hannelore Kaplan
List Office William Raveis Real Estate
Co-List Office william raveis real estate

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