Step into Prohibition Era grandeur w/this classic, 1922 CH Colonial. Home to a local architect, virtually all of the building’s original character beautifully remains. Century-old interior details like old-growth oak flooring, oak two-panel doors w/solid brass & glass hardware, oak French doors, antique brick FPL, mouldings & custom built-in cabinetry. Stunning, original exterior features include double gable-end fieldstone chimneys, wood shingle siding, Tuscan-column adorned portico & front-to- back veranda and fieldstone foundation. The important rooms of the home – kitchen and primary bathroom - have recently undergone complete renovations. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, Monogram stainless and built-in appliances, Shaws Sink and handmade subway tile backsplash. Meanwhile, the primary bathroom showcases a clawfoot, freestanding tub with stunning floor-mounted tub-filler, a marble-tiled shower with frameless glass enclosure, marble floors, double-vanity and top-end polished nickel plumbing and lighting fixtures. Just completed items incl completely new roofing system, featuring lifetime architectural-shingled roof and copper flashings, professionally-painted interiors using Benjamin Moore products, top-end surface-mounted lighting fixtures thruoutt & cobblestone-lined stone driveway. All on a gorgeous, flat, tree-lined 1/2 acre w/ irrigation & electric pet-fencing systems & located in the picturesque Cranbury neighborhood. Large iron water tank and pump in the basement are not operational and are included in the sale. The safe in the basement is also included in the sale. The lot behind the house has been sold and a new house is being built. House is also listed for rent MLS#
Sold for $875,000
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$875,000
197 Newtown Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851
4beds
3,802sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
0.53 Acres Lot
$1,155,300 Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$7,153 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,155,300
$1.06M - $1.27M
$7,153/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sylina Gurnari 203-571-8727,
Howard Hanna Rand Realty 203-226-5100
Bought with:
Jeanne Bracken, RES.0795104
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170625953
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Rec play room
- Features: Built-in Features, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Mud Room
Features
- Wired for Data, Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,802
- Total interior livable area: 3,802 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,490
- Finished area below ground: 1,312
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Lighting, Underground Sprinkler
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 240612
- Zoning: A1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Ridge Vents
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Health Club, Lake, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Private School(s), Shopping/Mall
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Cranbury
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Norwalk
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $433,440
- Annual tax amount: $10,906
- Date on market: 4/13/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2024 | Sold | $875,000-3.3%$230/sqft |
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| 2/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $905,000+12.5%$238/sqft |
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| 12/8/2023 | Sold | $804,600-4.2%$212/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170595228 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2023 | Pending sale | $839,900$221/sqft |
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| 9/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $839,900+63.1%$221/sqft |
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| 10/31/2011 | Sold | $515,000-2.8%$135/sqft |
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| 9/4/2011 | Pending sale | $529,900$139/sqft |
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| 7/28/2011 | Price change | $529,900-3.1%$139/sqft |
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| 7/19/2011 | Pending sale | $547,000$144/sqft |
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| 6/28/2011 | Price change | $547,000-0.4%$144/sqft |
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| 5/12/2011 | Price change | $549,000-18%$144/sqft |
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| 5/11/2011 | Price change | $669,500-3%$176/sqft |
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| 4/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $690,000$181/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,636 +11.9% | $569,450 +10.2% |
| 2024 | $12,185 +11.7% | $516,530 +19.2% |
| 2023 | $10,906 +1.9% | $433,440 |
| 2022 | $10,703 +2.7% | $433,440 |
| 2021 | $10,424 +0% | $433,440 |
| 2020 | $10,419 +3.8% | $433,440 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $10,039 +8.6% | $429,690 +23.9% |
| 2018 | $9,248 +3.6% | $346,860 |
| 2017 | $8,930 +1.2% | $346,860 |
| 2015 | $8,821 +1.3% | $346,860 |
| 2014 | $8,706 -6.9% | $346,860 -17.7% |
| 2013 | $9,355 +11.2% | $421,680 +7.2% |
| 2012 | $8,410 +2.8% | $393,400 |
| 2011 | $8,183 +1.1% | $393,400 |
| 2010 | $8,092 +3.7% | $393,400 |
| 2009 | $7,805 -25.8% | $393,400 -15.7% |
| 2008 | $10,521 +40.5% | $466,760 +35.4% |
| 2007 | $7,488 +5.2% | $344,750 +12.5% |
| 2006 | $7,119 -18.1% | $306,340 -11.1% |
| 2005 | $8,691 +32.1% | $344,750 +42.7% |
| 2004 | $6,577 +7.9% | $241,520 +12.3% |
| 2003 | $6,094 +8.5% | $215,110 +40.5% |
| 2001 | $5,615 +3.3% | $153,134 +20.9% |
| 2000 | $5,434 +21.7% | $126,648 +30.3% |
| 1999 | $4,465 | $97,160 |
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Neighborhood: 06851
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Cranbury Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10West Rocks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Norwalk High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cranbury
- Middle: West Rocks
- High: Norwalk
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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