$1,175,000

6 Downe Lane, Wilton, CT 06897

4 beds |
3 baths |
2,862 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1931
0.95acre lot
2 car garage
$411/sqft
Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Lovely and conveniently located along the North-South route connecting Wilton and Westport, this Colonial home is a rare opportunity to own a preserved piece of early American history. The home originally dated to 1726 and rebuilt in 1931 was later relocated to Downe Lane a highly sought after South Wilton Cul de sac in a neighborhood w/ easy access to highways, Metro-North and downtown Wilton. Combining historic character and thoughtful modern updates the expansive front lawn and exquisite covered porch with curved portico frame the home, along with a beautifully designed walkway. Inside the exposed framework of an early house reveals hand-hewn beams, wide plank floors, and ornamental staircase. An impressive living/dining space centers around the original 18th-century fieldstone fireplace, adjacent to a sun-filled, custom country kitchen and a cozy, dedicated office. The Modern wing is a versatile space bathed in natural light w/glass slider walls offering relaxing views and access to the rear patio and firepit, cathedral ceiling, wood-burning stove, skylights, and full bath. Upstairs, a cozy retreat features 4 charming bedrooms, each thoughtfully arranged boasting wide board floors and exposed beams plus two remodeled baths. Walk-up attic has flexible possibilities. Numerous updates including Roof (2024) indirect hot water heater ('26)propane fired boiler, hydro Air units ('18/19) electrical upgrades ('25). Enjoy life north of NYC and all the amenities Wilton has to offer.

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: February 25, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 27, 2026 at 4:50PM
Listing Office:: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l : (203) 438-9531
Listing Agent:: Meri Hopkinson : (203) 627-8065
MLS ID:: 24155517

General: Auto Garage Door OpenerCable - Available
Rooms: Laundry Room
Appliances: Gas RangeOven/RangeRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: Crawl SpacePartialSump PumpHatchway AccessConcrete Floor
A/C: Ceiling FansCentral AirZoned
Heating: BaseboardHot WaterHydro AirZonedPropane
Fireplace: Fireplaces: 1

General: ShedPorchGarden AreaStone WallPatio
Style: ColonialAntique
Parking: Parking spaces: 4

Roofing: Asphalt Shingle

County: Fairfield

Driveway: Private
Zoning: R-11924278

Water: Public Water Connected
Sewer: Septic

This listing courtesy of Meri Hopkinson , William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

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Location

Schools Nearby

Cider Mill School

240 School Rd, Wilton, CT, 06897

Grades 3-5

2.47 miles away

Middlebrook School

131 School Rd, Wilton, CT, 06897

Grades 6-8

2.58 miles away

Wilton High School

395 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT, 06897

Grades 9-12

2.92 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.