Welcome to 281 East Ave. Superior renovation of classic East Norwalk Cottage. This fabulous home has been totally reimagined by owner to take full advantage of the beautiful Mill Pond at the mouth of the East Norwalk Harbor. 2 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 stunning kitchen was added with 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 it the perfect relaxing place. The bonus area in the home is the lower level. With walk out to a lovely patio overlooking pond, relaxing family room with wet bar. There's an another room that may be a bedroom or office and a full bath. Great walkable neighborhood, with restaurants, grocery, ice cream shops and minutes from SONO, Vets Park and East Norwalk RR station.
For sale
$1,395,000
281 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850
4beds
2,674sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$1,360,200 Zestimate®
$522/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Primary suiteOversized deckHigh ceilingWall of windowsWet barLarge quartz islandLuxury appliances
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 05, 2025 at 05:40pm
Listed by:
Joseph Passero,
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24107413

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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: Lower
- Area: 139.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 10.6
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
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 Square Feet
- 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 & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Norwalk
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Norwalk
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $522/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $372,570
- Annual tax amount: $8,904
- Date on market: 7/3/2025
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