17 Danforth Dr, New Canaan, CT 06840
OFF MARKET

17 Danforth Dr
New Canaan, CT 06840

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,188 sqft (on 2 acres)

$1,993,400

Trulia Estimate
as of May 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,826/mo*
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$1,993,400

Trulia Estimate
as of May 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,826/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,188 sqft
(on 2 acres)

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Description

Sunny, bright and spacious 4 bedroom colonial on over 2 acres on a popular cul-de-sac. Many improvements including new wood floors, an impressive deck, a finished lower level and so much more. Large and open floor plan including a great room and kitchen with a fireplace, spacious eating area and multiple french doors leading to an over-sized deck with access to the sunroom/solarium , making for an easy and sensible flow. Large bedrooms and 3 full baths. This house shows beautifully!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Home Details for 17 Danforth Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OilAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1986
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.00 acres

Price History for 17 Danforth Dr

DatePriceEventSource
09/01/2010$1,120,000Sold
Smart MLS #98460572
06/18/2010$1,195,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/28/2010$1,250,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/17/1999$680,000Sold
Smart MLS #98032841
03/18/1994$610,000Sold
N/A
09/17/1987$583,500Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$17,250
Assessment$1,033,550
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 17 Danforth Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
127 Danforth Drive, New Canaan, CT
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
08/01/25
4
2.5
3,501
58 Lantern Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
08/11/25
5
2.5
3,032
5 Canaan Circle, South Salem, NY
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,002,710
08/01/25
4
2.5
2,246
158 Linden Tree Road, Wilton, CT
0.52
Single-Family Home
$1,370,000
11/19/25
4
3.5
4,102
119 Deforest Road, Wilton, CT
0.60
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
09/15/25
4
3.5
3,326
2 Hastings Court, South Salem, NY
0.53
Single-Family Home
$960,000
06/26/25
4
2.5
2,513
178 Linden Tree Road, Wilton, CT
0.62
Single-Family Home
$1,560,000
04/02/26
5
3.5
3,615
262 Linden Tree Road, Wilton, CT
0.86
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
09/08/25
4
3
3,425
211 Linden Tree Road, Wilton, CT
0.65
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
09/30/25
5
4.5
5,382
78 Carriage Road, Wilton, CT
0.81
Single-Family Home
$1,340,000
10/15/25
5
2.5
4,085

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What Locals Say about New Canaan

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  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say it's quiet

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 40 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "Commute is long. Do not recommend commuting. Traffic to and from is not ideal either. However most of Fairfield county experiences this."
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    "Neighborhood potlucks. Memorial Day parade, Fourth of July at Waveny, Christmas Caroling at God’s Acre."
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17 Danforth Dr, New Canaan, CT 06840 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,188 sqft single-family home built in 1986. This property is not currently available for sale. 17 Danforth Dr was last sold on Sep 1, 2010 for $1,120,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 17 Danforth Dr is $1,993,400.