Welcome to 98 Rowayton Ave, in the heart of Rowayton where you can walk to it all! This historic home has been thoughtfully renovated, combining luxury with advanced technology for modern living. The first floor boasts new hardwood floors, a first floor en suite bedroom with radiant heat marble bathroom floors. The gourmet kitchen features Wolf and Sub Zero appliances, heated quartzite countertop, and two Sub Zero wine coolers. Renovations extend to the second and third floors, including a family room with shiplap and a wood burning fireplace, an office, 3 bedrooms and all new bathrooms. A third floor primary suite offers privacy and luxury, with great views of the Five Mile River. The home is equipped with Lutron automated custom drapery and lighting, a Sonos system, and Nest security features. CAT 6 wiring and WiFi extenders ensure seamless connectivity. Outdoors, enjoy a landscaped fenced-in yard with a sprinkler system, outdoor shower, and gas fire pit. Additional highlights include a garage wired for an electric car charger, a 10k kW Generac generator, and an EF-3000 filtration system. Every detail in this home is crafted for comfort and convenience, providing an unparalleled living experience.
Sold for $3,715,000
$3,715,000
98 Rowayton Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06853
5beds
3,581sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$3,900,800 Zestimate®
$1,037/sqft
$7,601 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,900,800
$3.51M - $4.33M
$7,601/mo
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Listed by:
The Beinfield Team at Compass,
Elizabeth F. Beinfield 203-856-4444,
Compass Connecticut, LLC 203-423-3100
Bought with:
Molly O'brien Watkins, RES.0790789
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24121196
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double-Sink, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 22
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 8
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Double-Sink
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 10
Family room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Fireplace
- Level: Upper
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 26
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 20
Other
- Features: Laundry Hookup
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater, Humidifier
Features
- Sound System
- Basement: Partial,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,581
- Total interior livable area: 3,581 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,581
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Covered, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 255074
- Zoning: B
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Masonry, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground
Location
- Region: Norwalk
- Subdivision: Rowayton
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $3,715,000+7.7%$1,037/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24121196 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2025 | Pending sale | $3,450,000$963/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24121196 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,450,000+40016.3%$963/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24121196 Report a problem | ||
| 2/29/2020 | Listing removed | $7,500$2/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #170255903 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2020 | Price change | $7,500-12.8%$2/sqft |
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| 1/30/2020 | Listing removed | $8,600-99.4%$2/sqft |
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| 12/4/2019 | Listed for rent | $8,600+7.5%$2/sqft |
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| 1/15/2019 | Listing removed | $8,000$2/sqft |
Source: Houlihan Lawrence #170150651 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2018 | Listed for rent | $8,000$2/sqft |
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| 12/18/2018 | Sold | $1,512,500-5.4%$422/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170138838 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2018 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$447/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #170138838 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2018 | Price change | $1,599,000-3%$447/sqft |
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| 9/10/2018 | Price change | $1,649,000-2.7%$460/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #170093237 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2018 | Price change | $1,695,000-3.1%$473/sqft |
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| 6/27/2018 | Price change | $1,750,000-5.4%$489/sqft |
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| 6/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,849,000+21.2%$516/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #170093237 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2014 | Sold | $1,525,000-4.4%$426/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99026673 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$445/sqft |
Source: Kelly Associates Real Estate, Inc. #99026673 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2013 | Listing removed | $1,595,000$445/sqft |
Source: Kelly Associates Real Estate, Inc. #18116 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2013 | Price change | $1,595,000-5.9%$445/sqft |
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| 8/16/2013 | Price change | $1,695,000-5.6%$473/sqft |
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| 5/7/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000-3%$501/sqft |
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| 11/2/2012 | Listing removed | $1,850,000$517/sqft |
Source: Kelly Associates Real Estate, Inc. #15695 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2012 | Price change | $1,850,000-5.1%$517/sqft |
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| 10/8/2011 | Price change | $1,950,000-2.3%$545/sqft |
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| 3/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+14%$557/sqft |
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| 3/3/2008 | Sold | $1,750,000+113.4%$489/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2002 | Sold | $820,000+3.1%$229/sqft |
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| 6/2/2000 | Sold | $795,000+28.2%$222/sqft |
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| 5/5/1998 | Sold | $620,000$173/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,080 +4.7% | $1,611,310 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $34,456 +28% | $1,562,490 +38.9% |
| 2023 | $26,914 +4.3% | $1,124,950 |
| 2022 | $25,801 +3.5% | $1,124,950 |
| 2021 | $24,940 -0.4% | $1,124,950 |
| 2020 | $25,032 +4% | $1,124,950 |
| 2019 | $24,068 +8.7% | $1,124,950 +22.9% |
| 2018 | $22,139 +3.8% | $915,080 +0% |
| 2017 | $21,332 +2% | $915,070 0% |
| 2015 | $20,910 +1.9% | $915,080 |
| 2014 | $20,521 -8.5% | $915,080 -17.8% |
| 2013 | $22,438 +3.5% | $1,113,210 |
| 2012 | $21,689 +2.4% | $1,113,210 |
| 2011 | $21,173 +0.9% | $1,113,210 |
| 2010 | $20,984 -2.6% | $1,113,210 |
| 2009 | $21,552 +37.3% | $1,113,210 +55.9% |
| 2008 | $15,693 +14.7% | $714,280 +5.5% |
| 2007 | $13,682 +8% | $677,320 +14.7% |
| 2006 | $12,665 -20.3% | $590,423 -12.8% |
| 2005 | $15,897 +50.2% | $677,320 +62.6% |
| 2004 | $10,587 +22% | $416,629 +30.2% |
| 2003 | $8,675 +9.3% | $320,110 +38.6% |
| 2001 | $7,939 +6.4% | $230,930 +23.9% |
| 2000 | $7,459 +16.8% | $186,341 +31.5% |
| 1999 | $6,384 | $141,750 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06853
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rowayton SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Roton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Brien Mcmahon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rowayton
- High: Brien McMahon
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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