RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN WATERFRONT PROPERTY IN EAST NORWALK!! URBAN LIVING AT IT'S BEST This location is too good to be true. Great walkable neighborhood, with restaurants, grocery, SONO, VET's Park and 2 trains stations. This completely renovated home has been designed to take full advantage of the beautiful Mill Pond at the mouth of the East Norwalk Harbor. Recently built additions were added to bring this home into today's modern lifestyle. The entrance greets you with a wall of windows boasting a spectacular view of Mill Pond. The great room features coffer ceiling and plenty of room to entertain and dine. A chef's kitchen offers everything today's buyers desire. Luxury appliances, large quartz island, gorgeous cabinets, wet bar and cathedral ceiling assures this room is the place to be. The oversized deck offers plenty of entertaining space with access to a lower patio. A stunning staircase invites you upstairs to a gracious hall leading you to two bedrooms, shared bathroom and laundry area. This split bedroom design offers separate primary suite with luxurious en-suite bath with custom shower, double sinks, large soaking tub and plenty of room to lounge. The large bedroom offers a balcony and high ceiling making the perfect relaxing place. The lower level has walk out to a patio overlooking pond and family room with bar. There's a room that may be a bedroom or office with a full bath. Beautiful side yard and oversized 2 car garage w/endless possibilities and storage. (Several photos have been virtually staged)
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
281 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855
4beds
2,674sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$1,261,100 Zestimate®
$467/sqft
$7,349 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,261,100
$1.13M - $1.40M
$7,349/mo
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Waterfront propertySeparate primary suiteWall of windowsStunning staircaseWet barBeautiful side yardLarge quartz island
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Listed by:
Joseph Passero (203)247-7723,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-227-4343
Bought with:
Alicia Goldman, RES.0827456
Christie's International Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24107413
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Bedroom Suite, Stall Shower, Sliders, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 22
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.6 x 12.6
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 141.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 12.2
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 139.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 10.6
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Features: Wet Bar, Patio/Terrace, Sliders, Concrete Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 277.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 23.7
Great room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Beamed Ceilings, Dining Area, Wet Bar, Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 513 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 27
Kitchen
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Quartz Counters, Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 172.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11.5
Heating
- Wall Unit
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Wine Cooler, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Heated,Cooled,Partially Finished,Liveable Space,Concrete
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,674
- Total interior livable area: 2,674 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,674
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Driveway, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pond, Walk to Water, Beach Access, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Few Trees, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 236929
- Zoning: C
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Masonry, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Norwalk
- Subdivision: East Norwalk
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $1,250,000-3.5%$467/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$484/sqft |
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| 3/7/2026 | Price change | $1,295,000-2.3%$484/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Price change | $1,325,000+2%$496/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$486/sqft |
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| 9/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000$486/sqft |
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| 9/20/2025 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$486/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Price change | $1,299,000-3.7%$486/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $1,349,000-3.3%$504/sqft |
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| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+142.6%$522/sqft |
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| 9/7/2023 | Sold | $575,000-11.5%$215/sqft |
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| 8/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $649,500$243/sqft |
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| 8/10/2023 | Pending sale | $649,500$243/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $649,500$243/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,904 +1.5% | $372,570 |
| 2024 | $8,772 +3.4% | $372,570 +10.1% |
| 2023 | $8,485 +2.2% | $338,240 |
| 2022 | $8,302 -0.2% | $338,240 -2.6% |
| 2021 | $8,322 +0% | $347,200 |
| 2020 | $8,318 +2.8% | $347,200 |
| 2019 | $8,095 +26.1% | $347,200 +43.8% |
| 2018 | $6,422 +3.6% | $241,380 +0% |
| 2017 | $6,199 +1.2% | $241,360 0% |
| 2015 | $6,124 +1.3% | $241,380 |
| 2014 | $6,044 -4.9% | $241,380 -15.9% |
| 2013 | $6,357 +4.3% | $287,140 +0.5% |
| 2012 | $6,092 +2.9% | $285,600 |
| 2011 | $5,923 +1.1% | $285,600 |
| 2010 | $5,858 +19.1% | $285,600 +12.7% |
| 2009 | $4,920 -15.4% | $253,330 -2.1% |
| 2008 | $5,815 +7.5% | $258,790 +3.7% |
| 2007 | $5,407 +5.6% | $249,620 +13% |
| 2006 | $5,118 -18.3% | $220,990 -11.5% |
| 2005 | $6,265 +41.1% | $249,620 +52.5% |
| 2004 | $4,440 +13.4% | $163,730 +21.2% |
| 2003 | $3,914 +0.3% | $135,100 +26.4% |
| 2001 | $3,904 -1.3% | $106,866 +15.2% |
| 2000 | $3,956 +6.5% | $92,749 +18% |
| 1999 | $3,715 | $78,631 |
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Neighborhood: 06855
Nearby schools
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- 6/10Marvin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Nathan Hale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 3/10Norwalk High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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