Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New York

Fairfield | 40 Hubble Mountain Road, Sherman, Conn.

Contemporary Country Home

$2.5 million

A six-bedroom, three-and-half-bath, 5,990-square-foot home built in 2021 on 10 acres, with a wraparound porch, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light and radiant hardwood floors. The open floor plan includes a great room with eastern views, floor-to-ceiling windows, a central fireplace, a kitchen with an oversized island and a walk-in pantry. There’s a den, a laundry room, a primary suite with a luxurious bath and walk-in closet, a mudroom and parking for five cars in two attached garages. Rich Pomerantz, 203-770-1879, williampitt.com

Costs

Taxes: $40,926 a year

Pros

The property offers privacy and spectacular nature views, and includes a barn, a two-bedroom guesthouse and a charming stone cottage.

Cons

The taxes are high. The rural location may not suit commuters. Nearby shopping and dining is limited.

Nassau | 121 Laurel Lane, Syosset, N.Y.

California Ranch-Style House

$2.18 million

A five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath, 5,982-square-foot house, built in 1957 house on 3.7 acres, with two wood-burning fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, oversized windows, formal living and dining rooms, two family rooms, a kitchen with a dining area, and two bedrooms with lofts. A finished basement includes laundry, entertaining space, a wet bar, storage and built-in shelving. There are five parking spaces in two attached garages. Nareeta Saini, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, 347-531-7099; danielgale.com

Costs

Taxes: $38,236 a year

Pros

The rear includes an outdoor kitchen, a treehouse, a Gunite swimming pool and a pool house.

Cons

Mirrors and black fixtures give the bathroom in the en suite primary bedroom a dated appearance, as do some details around the house. A free-standing, built-in dresser makes the bedroom feel tight.

Given the fast pace of the current market, some properties may no longer be available at the time of publication.

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