This exceptional contemporary home on a quiet cul-de-sac has been transformed with a complete meticulous custom renovation. The dramatic yet highly functional home is being offered fully furnished with Roche Bobois furniture in addition to Barovier & Toso Venetian light fixtures throughout the home. The beautiful parklike grounds encompass 4 acres including a tennis court, pool with spa and large yard area. The border to the north abuts the 300-acre Babcock Preserve with 7 miles of trails. The interior space extends to 7,700 sq.ft. on 3 levels with 6 ensuite bedrooms all with custom walk-in closets. The luxurious primary suite is highlighted by a limestone fireplace, an office loft, private balcony and glistening bathroom featuring Blue Macuba marble. Truly a peaceful and private oasis.
For sale
$5,450,000
897 Lake Ave, Greenwich, CT 06831
6beds
7,738sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
4 Acres Lot
$5,071,300 Zestimate®
$704/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Limestone fireplaceTennis courtOffice loftPool with spaPrivate balconyComplete meticulous custom renovationCustom walk-in closets
- 340 days
- 616
- 33
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Finlay 203-969-5511,
Brown Harris Stevens CT, LLC
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc.,MLS#: 123901
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Kitchen Island, Entrance Foyer, Back Stairs, Central Vacuum
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,738
- Total interior livable area: 7,738 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
Lot
- Size: 4 Acres
- Features: Adjcnt Conservation, Parklike
Details
- Parcel number: 112939
- Zoning: RA-4
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stone
- Roof: Other,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1984
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Greenwich
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $704/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,884,630
- Annual tax amount: $29,206
- Date on market: 10/28/2025
- Inclusions: Washer/Dryer, All Kitchen Applncs, A/V Equip
Estimated market value
$5,071,300
$4.82M - $5.32M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,450,000+4.8%$704/sqft |
Source:  Greenwich MLS, Inc. #123901 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Listing removed | $5,200,000$672/sqft |
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc. #120873 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2025 | Price change | $5,200,000-4.2%$672/sqft |
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc. #120873 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $5,430,000+62.1%$702/sqft |
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc. #120873 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2017 | Sold | $3,350,000-6.8%$433/sqft |
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc. #97219 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $3,595,000-10%$465/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - Greenwich Brokerage #97219 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000+88.4%$516/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - Greenwich Brokerage #97219 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/1993 | Sold | $2,120,000$274/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,731 +2.8% | $2,884,630 |
| 2024 | $33,779 +2.8% | $2,884,630 |
| 2023 | $32,856 +1% | $2,884,630 |
| 2022 | $32,539 +14.2% | $2,884,630 +17.3% |
| 2021 | $28,497 +21.3% | $2,458,750 +21.3% |
| 2020 | $23,499 -0.8% | $2,027,550 |
| 2019 | $23,682 +2.7% | $2,027,550 |
| 2018 | $23,053 | $2,027,550 |
| 2017 | $23,053 -0.7% | $2,027,550 -1.5% |
| 2015 | $23,208 +2.7% | $2,059,260 |
| 2014 | $22,590 +2.7% | $2,059,260 |
| 2013 | $21,993 -2.9% | $2,059,260 |
| 2012 | $22,652 +8.8% | $2,059,260 |
| 2011 | $20,819 -5.7% | $2,059,260 -19.8% |
| 2010 | $22,066 +3.4% | $2,568,790 |
| 2009 | $21,347 +3.4% | $2,568,790 |
| 2008 | $20,653 +3.6% | $2,568,790 |
| 2007 | $19,934 +3.5% | $2,568,790 |
| 2006 | $19,266 -27.4% | $2,568,790 +11.4% |
| 2005 | $26,543 +3.5% | $2,306,080 |
| 2004 | $25,644 +3.4% | $2,306,080 |
| 2003 | $24,790 +3.1% | $2,306,080 +79.3% |
| 2001 | $24,049 +5.6% | $1,286,040 |
| 2000 | $22,763 -4.6% | $1,286,040 |
| 1999 | $23,856 | $1,286,040 |
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Neighborhood: 06831
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Parkway
- Middle: Western
Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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