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Talmadge Hill
Talmadge Hill takes its name from William Talmadge, who donated the land for the railroad station in 1868 when the New Canaan Branch line was completed.
About Talmadge Hill
Talmadge Hill takes its name from William Talmadge, who donated the land for the railroad station in 1868 when the New Canaan Branch line was completed. The neighborhood occupies southwest New Canaan between the Merritt Parkway and the Stamford border, centered on Talmadge Hill Road and its wooded residential corridors. Its own Metro-North station gives some homeowners a walk-to-train commute, a distinction shared by only a handful of neighborhoods outside downtown New Canaan.
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City Living in Talmadge Hill
Talmadge Hill Road climbs south from the Merritt Parkway overpass through a corridor of mature oaks and maples, passing the Metro-North station before continuing toward the Stamford line. The railroad stop is the neighborhood's most distinctive asset. Built on land William Talmadge donated in 1868, the station replaced the old name Millville and gave the area an identity it has carried for more than 150 years. For homeowners within a half-mile radius, the platform is a short downhill walk, and the ride to Stamford's transfer hub takes under ten minutes.
The housing here is residential and consistent. Colonials dominate, many built in the 1950s through 1970s on one-to-two-acre lots that follow the area's rolling terrain. Raised ranches from the same era appear on several streets, and newer construction has introduced updated colonial designs with open floor plans and higher-end finishes. Lots are wooded, setbacks are generous, and the overall character is established suburban - not flashy, not dated, simply maintained at a level that reflects its price tier.
The Talmadge Hill Community Church, located at the intersection of Talmadge Hill Road and Hollow Tree Ridge Road, has served as a gathering point since 1870. Its presence reflects the neighborhood's long residential history, which predates the surrounding suburban development by a full century. The Thomas Talmadge house, built in 1739 at the corner of Jelliff Mill and Old Stamford roads, still stands as a private residence. Thomas was a nephew of Elihu Yale, and his grandson William is the figure who shaped the neighborhood's modern identity by securing the railroad station.
Proximity to Stamford is a practical advantage. The city's corporate offices, hospitals, and retail centers along High Ridge Road are a short drive south. Downtown New Canaan is roughly ten minutes north. The Merritt Parkway interchange provides direct highway access without crossing through town. Talmadge Hill does not offer the walkable village setting of New Canaan's center or the rural expanse of its northern neighborhoods. What it offers is a commuter-friendly location on wooded acreage, with a train station that most Fairfield County neighborhoods can only envy.
Why Buyers Choose Talmadge Hill
- •Talmadge Hill Metro-North station provides direct New Canaan Branch service, with Stamford connections under ten minutes away
- •One-to-two-acre wooded lots with generous setbacks define the residential character along Talmadge Hill Road
- •Historic roots trace to the 1739 Thomas Talmadge house, built by a nephew of Elihu Yale
- •Talmadge Hill Community Church has anchored the neighborhood at Hollow Tree Ridge Road since 1870
Housing in Talmadge Hill
Colonials represent the majority of Talmadge Hill's housing stock, with most built between the 1950s and 1970s on one-to-two-acre lots. Raised ranches from the same era appear on several interior streets, particularly along the roads branching off Talmadge Hill Road. Newer construction has added updated colonial designs with contemporary kitchens, open layouts, and energy-efficient systems, though the overall pace of teardown-and-rebuild is slower here than in New Canaan's more visible neighborhoods. Homes generally trade between $1.2 million and $2.5 million. Properties closest to the Metro-North station command a premium for walk-to-train convenience, while larger parcels near the Stamford border attract buyers seeking acreage. The median sale price in the Ponus-Talmadge Hill area has exceeded $2.2 million, placing it among the more expensive neighborhoods in a town where the baseline is already high.
Real Estate in Talmadge Hill
Talmadge Hill draws a specific buyer profile: families and commuters who want New Canaan schools, Metro-North access, and wooded privacy without paying the premium associated with downtown proximity. The train station is the differentiator. Neighborhoods with their own platform in Fairfield County are rare, and the handful of homes within walking distance of Talmadge Hill station trade at a noticeable premium over comparable properties farther from the tracks. Inventory is limited because the neighborhood is fully built out and homeowners tend to stay. Renovated colonials in the $1.5 million to $2 million range move fastest. Buyers should expect competition for properties that combine updated interiors with genuine walk-to-station proximity.
Market Snapshot
Talmadge Hill Market Snapshot
Residential real estate trends for Talmadge Hill, New Canaan, Connecticut.
Active Listings
1
Talmadge Hill inventory
Median List Price
$950,000
1 active listing
Median Closed Price
$1.82M
6 sales
Median Days on Market
19
1 active listing
Median $ / Sq Ft
$743
1 active listing
Sale-to-List Ratio
103.5%
6 sales
Based on 1 active listings and 6 closed sales (trailing 12 months). Source: SmartMLS · As of July 26, 2026.
-47.9%
Pricing Posture
current asking median vs trailing 12-month closed median in Talmadge Hill
6
Sales Activity
closed sales in Talmadge Hill over the trailing 12 months (+50.0% vs prior 12 mo)
1,278 sq ft
Typical Home Size
median size across the Talmadge Hill active sample
Homes for Sale in Talmadge Hill, New Canaan
0 listings available
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Getting Around Talmadge Hill
Talmadge Hill sits in southwest New Canaan, just north of the Stamford border. The Talmadge Hill Metro-North station serves the New Canaan Branch, with trains connecting to Stamford in under ten minutes; from Stamford, express service reaches Grand Central Terminal in approximately 50 minutes, making the total commute roughly one hour to midtown Manhattan. The Merritt Parkway interchange is minutes away, providing highway access toward Greenwich to the south or Bridgeport and New Haven to the north. Stamford's High Ridge Road commercial corridor, including Stamford Hospital and major corporate campuses, is a short drive across the town line. Downtown New Canaan's Elm Street shops and restaurants are roughly ten minutes north via South Avenue or Ponus Ridge Road.
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