Serene and Chic! This beautiful, pristine home lives like a decorator's show house. High-end finishes and professional decorating greet you at every turn in this simply stunning retreat on 2 private acres. Gourmet Kitchen with Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances, granite counters, fully-equipped wet bar with refrigerator drawers/wine chiller and sunny Breakfast Room that overlooks the expanse of the property. Open floor plan, high ceilings and freshly redone chestnut flooring throughout. The bright Kitchen spills into a dramatic Family Room with vaulted ceilings, soaring windows, built-ins and modern decorative fireplace detail. There is a Living Room with second fireplace, sophisticated Dining Room, Office hideout and stylish Mudroom just off the front porch. The surprises continue upstairs with a spacious, soothing Primary Bedroom complete with two custom LED-lit closets and a show-stopping, spa-like Primary Bath. Two more bedrooms with a renovated Jack & Jill bathroom and 2nd floor Laundry complete this floor. Don't miss the Lower-Level walk-out Playroom/4th bedroom option, Exercise Room and full Bath for those who may need an au-pair or in-law suite with private entry. The spacious walk-up Attic could be finished. The wrap-around porch and cozy fire-pit deck overlook this large, level back yard with charming barn/shed. You'll feel like every day is a wellness vacation at home as you walk to GrayBarns or the Mercantile to celebrate your homecoming to the heart of historic Silvermine!
Sold for $1,700,000
$1,700,000
255 Silvermine Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850
3beds
3,627sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
2.03 Acres Lot
$1,758,500 Zestimate®
$469/sqft
$7,442 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,758,500
$1.58M - $1.95M
$7,442/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gillian De Palo (203)536-0280,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-966-3555
Bought with:
Ellen M. Garcia, REB.0758886
Brown Harris Stevens
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24130697
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 283.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 16.6
Bedroom
- Features: Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 164.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.11 x 13.6
Bedroom
- Features: Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 153.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 13.2
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 169.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 14.9
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Wood Stove, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 417.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.8 x 21.1
Kitchen
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
- Area: 308.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.8 x 15.6
Kitchen
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Dining Area, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 130.98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 11.8
Living room
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 348 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 17.4
Office
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 45.99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.11 x 9
Other
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 217.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 19.6
Rec play room
- Features: Full Bath, Sliders, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 441.78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.9 x 22.2
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,627
- Total interior livable area: 3,627 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,903
- Finished area below ground: 724
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around, Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Garden, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
Lot
- Size: 2.03 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Wetlands
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 245690
- Zoning: A3
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities
Location
- Region: Norwalk
- Subdivision: Silvermine
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Sold | $1,700,000+4.6%$469/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24130697 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Pending sale | $1,625,000$448/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24130697 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,625,000+97%$448/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24130697 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2019 | Sold | $825,000$227/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170184141 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2019 | Listing removed | $825,000$227/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170184141 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2019 | Pending sale | $825,000$227/sqft |
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| 4/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $825,000-4.1%$227/sqft |
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| 8/26/2013 | Sold | $860,000-3.3%$237/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99016656 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2013 | Pending sale | $889,000$245/sqft |
Source: Prudential Connecticut Realty #99016656 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2013 | Listed for sale | $889,000$245/sqft |
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| 5/1/2013 | Pending sale | $889,000$245/sqft |
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| 4/22/2013 | Price change | $889,000-1.1%$245/sqft |
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| 4/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $899,000$248/sqft |
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| 4/15/2013 | Pending sale | $899,000$248/sqft |
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| 3/31/2013 | Price change | $899,000-2.8%$248/sqft |
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| 3/21/2013 | Price change | $925,000-2.6%$255/sqft |
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| 2/11/2013 | Listed for sale | $949,900-1.1%$262/sqft |
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| 5/4/2005 | Sold | $960,000+68.4%$265/sqft |
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| 1/4/1994 | Sold | $570,000$157/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,476 +1.6% | $736,140 |
| 2024 | $17,207 +12.1% | $736,140 +19.7% |
| 2023 | $15,356 +15.2% | $615,060 |
| 2022 | $13,335 +3.7% | $615,060 |
| 2021 | $12,861 -11.4% | $615,060 |
| 2020 | $14,519 +3.5% | $615,060 |
| 2019 | $14,022 -3.8% | $615,060 +9.4% |
| 2018 | $14,576 +3.6% | $562,110 |
| 2017 | $14,066 +9.5% | $562,110 |
| 2015 | $12,844 -8.7% | $562,110 |
| 2014 | $14,075 +35.3% | $562,110 +17.2% |
| 2013 | $10,399 +3.8% | $479,640 |
| 2012 | $10,019 +2.9% | $479,640 |
| 2011 | $9,737 +1.2% | $479,640 |
| 2010 | $9,626 +3.7% | $479,640 |
| 2009 | $9,286 -22.6% | $479,640 -12.2% |
| 2008 | $11,996 +14.4% | $546,000 +10.2% |
| 2007 | $10,483 +2.2% | $495,670 +9.4% |
| 2006 | $10,255 -15.8% | $452,970 -8.6% |
| 2005 | $12,174 +24.9% | $495,670 +34.9% |
| 2004 | $9,748 +5.9% | $367,570 +13.1% |
| 2003 | $9,204 +13.1% | $324,870 +33.2% |
| 2001 | $8,137 +2.6% | $243,914 +19.9% |
| 2000 | $7,928 +14.5% | $203,438 +24.8% |
| 1999 | $6,921 | $162,960 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06850
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Silvermine Dual Language Magnet SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10West Rocks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 3/10Norwalk High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Silvermine
- 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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