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The Engel Team Read our market report to get a more insightful, HONEST appraisal of the market. Rely on our experience buying and selling 1000+ homes in this area.

John Engel, Melissa Engel, Susan Engel, and Charles Anello, Serena Richards, Alyssa Novak, Barbara Reynolds and others working together to market your home, or to help find your dream home in lower Fairfield County. Love where you live!

10/22/2026

Boroughs and Burbs, Season 6, Episode #248, “Real Estate Real Talk,” explores the strategies, relationships, and decisions that shape success in today’s real estate industry. With Elizabeth Gretz of The Gretz Team at Coldwell Banker Realty joining the conversation, we’ll examine the realitie...

10/22/2026

What makes 631 West Road in New Canaan, CT, so remarkable? It’s the way the architecture and landscape work together. 🌿

Designed in 1966 by Allan J. Gelbin, a former apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright, the Leuthold House was created around the natural features already on the property. Historic records describe an extraordinary pool measuring 105 feet long by 30 feet wide, alongside another pool measuring 60 by 15 feet.

Today, the property continues to showcase its distinctive relationship with nature, with a spring-fed pool, a smaller heated pool, fountains, gardens, an apple orchard, and five acres of mature trees, including rare specimen trees.

But the story goes far beyond the grounds. From its curved architectural forms and expansive glass to its planted green roof and geothermal heating and cooling, Leuthold reflects a thoughtful approach to modern living while preserving Gelbin’s original vision.

For John Engel, the home also carries a personal connection to Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural legacy through his family’s history with Wright’s Tirranna in New Canaan.

The result? A residence that feels lighter, more open, and more connected to its surroundings than you might expect from a home of this architectural significance.

Discover the story behind 631 West Road and what makes this remarkable New Canaan property so special.

BEST SEATS IN NEW CANAAN, PART III: For the People Who Helped Build This Community.What makes growing older in New Canaa...
10/21/2026

BEST SEATS IN NEW CANAAN, PART III: For the People Who Helped Build This Community.

What makes growing older in New Canaan, Connecticut special isn’t just the beauty of the town—it’s the support that makes it possible to remain connected, active, independent, and at home.

For the residents who have spent decades raising families, building businesses, volunteering, serving neighbors, and contributing to the community, New Canaan offers something meaningful in return: a network of services and organizations designed to help you enjoy the town you helped make special.

From GetAbout New Canaan, which helps seniors stay mobile without relying on a car, to the programs at Lapham Community Center that keep residents active and engaged, there are resources for staying connected at every stage of life.

Staying Put in New Canaan helps older residents remain safely in their own homes, while Waveny provides options for independent living, senior care, activities, and community. Meals on Wheels of New Canaan helps make staying at home more manageable, while Flowers on Wheels reminds residents that even small acts of kindness can make someone feel remembered.

And places like Schoolhouse Apartments offer affordable senior housing rooted in New Canaan history and community.

These aren't simply senior services. They're part of what makes aging in place in New Canaan possible—and part of what makes this town feel like home long after you've spent decades helping shape it.

Because the best seats in New Canaan aren't reserved for the newest residents.

They belong to the people who helped build the community we all get to enjoy today.

Experience in real estate changes what you’re impressed by.Early on, it’s easy to think success looks like closing deals...
10/19/2026

Experience in real estate changes what you’re impressed by.

Early on, it’s easy to think success looks like closing deals every single week or having posts go mega viral.

After a few years, I care a lot more about the things that don’t photograph well.

Knowing when to slow a client down before they make an expensive decision. Catching the detail that changes the entire conversation. Having the right person to call when something unexpected shows up three days before closing.

The longer I do this, the less interested I am in the flashy stats and the more interested I am in being useful.

Because most clients will never remember how packed my calendar was that year.

They’ll remember whether I made a stressful decision feel clearer. Whether I told them the truth when it would’ve been easier not to. Whether I knew what to do when the plan changed.

That’s the version of experience I care about now.

If you’re buying or selling in New Canaan, CT and want an honest read on your situation, my DMs are open.

I’m John Engel , a New Canaan real estate agent helping people make smart decisions with a little more clarity and a lot less noise.

10/15/2026

Boroughs and Burbs, Season 6, Episode #247, “Global Development – A Sector Redrawn,” explores the rapidly evolving world of luxury residential development and the forces reshaping global real estate. With Liam Bailey joining the conversation, we’ll examine the growth of branded residences, c...

Friend to friend, you deserve a real estate agent who shows up for the small stuff, too. 🐾🏡The dog’s name. The fence pro...
10/09/2026

Friend to friend, you deserve a real estate agent who shows up for the small stuff, too. 🐾🏡

The dog’s name. The fence project. The new job. The little life updates that have nothing to do with buying or selling a home—but everything to do with building a genuine relationship.

Real estate is my profession, but relationships are at the heart of what I do. I’m not just focused on transactions. I’m focused on becoming a trusted real estate advisor who stays connected, communicates consistently, and is there when you need guidance—whether you’re buying a home, selling a property, or simply thinking about your next move.

Because the best client relationships in real estate don’t end at the closing table. They’re built over time, one conversation, one check-in, and yes, one good dog story at a time. 🐶

Swipe through and tag a friend who deserves a real estate agent they can truly trust.

10/08/2026

Boroughs and Burbs Season 6, Episode #246 explores the art of client communication in luxury real estate with Alice Faggi of RealScout. How do successful luxury agents build lasting relationships with clients long after a transaction closes? Alice shares insights into thoughtful communication, consi...

Featured in Mansion Global.631 West Road, the remarkable Midcentury Modern Leuthold House in New Canaan, Connecticut, ha...
10/07/2026

Featured in Mansion Global.

631 West Road, the remarkable Midcentury Modern Leuthold House in New Canaan, Connecticut, has been featured in Mansion Global for its distinctive architecture, circular design, and connection to architect Allan J. Gelbin, a former apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Designed in 1966 and set on 4.82 acres, this extraordinary New Canaan residence blends bold architectural details with its natural surroundings. After nearly three decades, the property has returned to the market, offering a rare opportunity to experience one of the area’s most distinctive examples of Midcentury Modern architecture.

Read the full story, “Made Up of Circles, a Midcentury Connecticut House by a Frank Lloyd Wright Apprentice Lists for the First Time in a Generation,” to discover the history and design behind 631 West Road.

Read the full Mansion Global feature →
https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/made-up-of-circles-a-midcentury-connecticut-house-by-a-frank-lloyd-wright-apprentice-lists-for-the-first-time-in-a-generation-97642018?mod=homePage_topStories

10/01/2026

Boroughs and Burbs Season 6, Episode #245 explores the psychology behind buying and selling real estate with mind reader and illusionist Gregory Dwyer of Diamond Mind Potential. What can an experienced mind reader reveal about how people communicate, make decisions, and reveal what they’re thinkin...

Your 2026 Fall Guide to New Canaan, Connecticut Looking for the best things to do in New Canaan, CT this fall? From pump...
09/30/2026

Your 2026 Fall Guide to New Canaan, Connecticut

Looking for the best things to do in New Canaan, CT this fall? From pumpkin picking and cozy coffee stops to colorful walks, date-night ideas, and seasonal events, these are a few local favorites to add to your fall list.

🎃 Pumpkin Patch: Head to Jones Family Farms for pick-your-own pumpkins, classic fall farm fun, and plenty of seasonal photo opportunities.

☕ Seasonal Drinks: Stop by BARVIDA for a Pumpkin Spice Latte or a cozy drink to enjoy while exploring downtown New Canaan.

❤️ Fall Date Night: Start with dinner at Elm, then take a sunset walk through Waveny Park for an easy fall evening together.

🍁 Fall Views: Waveny Park is a New Canaan favorite for scenic walks, colorful trees, historic surroundings, and beautiful autumn views.

🥐 Cozy Bites: Visit Saisons Sucrées for French pastries and warm drinks — an ideal stop for a chilly fall afternoon.

🍎 Fall Event: Add C***r Saturday at the New Canaan Nature Center to your calendar for c***r pressing, apple-themed activities, c***r donuts, and seasonal family fun.

If you're planning a fall day in New Canaan, save this guide for pumpkin picking, coffee, restaurants, fall foliage, date nights, and local events. 🍂

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