Every once in a while a home becomes available on the Connecticut waterfront that is truly special, in fact magical. This property presents a unique opportunity to create a compound as it includes the adjacent waterfront building lot (73 Cove Avenue.). This enchanting Victorian beauty has been updated and upgraded while honoring its history. Wraparound porches welcome the moment you arrive.. Inside, soaring 9-foot ceilings and abundant architectural details delight at every turn and dramatic water views dazzle throughout. The kitchen flows to the family room which is designed for entertaining and welcomes a crowd around its statement stone fireplace, stunning water views and French doors to the new mahogany deck. The Chef's kitchen features a dual-fuel Viking range, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances. The living room with a gas fireplace and the study also face the waterfront. The Main Bedroom Suite is a stunner with its vaulted ceiling, fireplace, beautiful master bath with shower and soaking tub and so much closet space. And the views! Two additional water view bedrooms, a stunning bath and laundry complete the second floor. The 3rd floor is a treat with a large office and a bedroom suite whose water view balcony features views for miles. This special home also includes a guest suite over the 2 car garage with private entrance. Dry in storms, low flood insurance. Great walkable community with so many restaurants and the NYC train an easy stroll away.
Sold for $2,800,000 on 10/05/22
$2,800,000
71 Cove Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855
5beds
3,436sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1889
0.52 Acres Lot
$2,972,300 Zestimate®
$815/sqft
$6,503 Estimated rent
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 05, 2022 at 09:43am
Listed by:
Cyd Hamer,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Karla Murtaugh, RES.0766790
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170478797

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Pantry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Hydro Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,436
- Total interior livable area: 3,436 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,436
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Private, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Features: Level, Landscaped, In Flood Zone
Details
- Parcel number: 237530
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Norwalk
- Subdivision: East Norwalk