85 Bittersweet Lane
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4 | 1
- SqFt
- 4,399
- Acres
- 2.11
- Year Built
- 1966
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Tucked away at the end of a coveted cul-de-sac, this storybook expanded Cape blends timeless charm with exceptional craftsmanship and beautiful indoor-outdoor living. Surrounded by spectacular gardens, this special home offers four bedrooms, four full and one half baths, and thoughtfully designed spaces filled with warmth and character. At the heart of the home are inviting living and entertaining spaces, including a gracious living room, elegant dining room, cozy family room, and a sun-drenched sunroom wrapped in glass doors that open to the breathtaking grounds beyond. An office tucked beneath the dormers provides a private and inspiring workspace, while recently added first-floor laundry room adds everyday practicality with built ins, storage and a wine refrigerator. The serene primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a large west-facing deck perfect for enjoying sunset views over the gardens. Every room reflects the quality and care with which this home was built and lovingly maintained. Offering the rare combination of privacy, charm, and an exceptional cul-de-sac location, this is a home that feels both timeless and welcoming from the moment you arrive. Once there, you won't want to leave!
Key Facts
- City/Town
- New Canaan
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Cape Cod
- Year Built
- 1966
- Days on Market
- 40 days
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 4,399 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 2.11 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage
- Property Taxes
- $18,949 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The New Canaan Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
34
51 under contract
Median List Price
$3.02M
34 active listings
Median Closed Price
$2.74M
212 sales
Median Days on Market
41
34 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$658
34 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.6%
212 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$2.60M
vs $3.02M median
14.2% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$590
vs $658 median
10.3% below median
Days on Market
40 days
vs 41 days median
In line with median
Based on 34 active and 212 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in New Canaan. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 27, 2026.
Location
85 Bittersweet Lane, New Canaan, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$13,231
- Property Taxes$1,579
- Insurance$865
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- New Canaan
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Cape Cod
- Year Built
- 1966
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 4,399 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 299 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- East
- High
- New Canaan
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 4
- Laundry
- Main Level
- Laundry Location
- built insstoragesink
- Appliances
- Gas CooktopWall OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryerWine Chiller
- Basement
- FullPartially Finished
- Additional Rooms
- FoyerLaundry RoomMud Room
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 2.11 acres
- Zoning
- 2AC
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spacesAttached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Construction
- ShingleBrick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Block
- Exterior Features
- GuttersGarden AreaStone WallFrench DoorsPatio
- Lot Description
- Lightly WoodedOn Cul-De-Sac
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $18,949 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 40
- MLS #
- 24184625
- MLS Status
- Under Contract
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