NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Chestnut Hill Rd Norwalk, CT 06851

Cranbury Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $810,000 - $949,077

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,400 Sq Ft
$256/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 16, 2025

Last sale price $900,000 $265 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,779 / mo

83 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 1.81 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic

About This Home

As of January 2025

This dramatic,expanded contemporary ranch is nestled on 1.81 acres in North Cranbury section of Norwalk. This location is is close to Wilton and Westport for easy commuting to all main roads and towns. Enter down the long driveway that welcomes you to this beautiful property set off the main road. Step into the open floor with large gracious rooms and bay windows that overlook the beautiful private grounds. Hardwood floors throughout, a chefs kitchen with granite counters which opens to the fabulous family room with cathedral ceilings, and stone fireplace. The sliding glass doors invite you to an over sized screened porch perfect for entertaining in all weather. The finished lower has a bedroom, full bath and big rec room perfect for all ages or even a possible in-law suite There is an abundance of storage and a large work shop at this level as well. This home has great space and easy living at its best.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Helen Cusa

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0153790 Listed on: 10/25/2024

Brown Harris Stevens

Co-Listed By

Cheryl Cusa

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0814809

Last Buyer's Agent

Raymond Belanger

Real Broker CT, LLC License #RES.0823462

Real Broker CT, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,079

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 1.81

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Schools

  • Cranbury Elementary School
  • West Rocks Middle School
  • Norwalk High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Beach Access
  • 1.81 Acre Lot
  • Property is near golf course

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 243908

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,079

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

1.81 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Cranbury
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2173
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1227
  • Total Sq Ft: 3400
  • Year Built: 1958
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Private School(s)
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: Rt 33 Wilton Rd to Chestnut Hill to #261 House in back down long driveway
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Garage Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: lower level
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Brick
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.81
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded Level Lot
  • Zoning: residential
  • Parcel #: 243908

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 10079

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Cranbury
  • Middle Jr High School: West Rocks
  • High School: Norwalk

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Jan 15, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Helen Cusa
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Raymond Belanger
Real Broker CT, LLC
List Price
$899,999
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1
0.0%
Views
104
Current Estimated Value
$879,413

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$20,587
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.30%
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
0.066%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$900,000 None Available
$900,000 None Available
$390,000 --
$335,000 --
$310,745 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $720,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/16/2025 01/16/25 Sold $900,000 0.0% $265 / Sq Ft
01/16/2025 01/16/25 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2024 10/25/24 For Sale $899,999 -- $265 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,350 $520,200 $251,740 $268,460
2024 $12,160 $520,200 $251,740 $268,460
2023 $10,240 $410,160 $214,110 $196,050
2022 $10,079 $410,160 $214,110 $196,050
2021 $8,576 $410,160 $214,110 $196,050
2020 $9,682 $410,160 $214,110 $196,050
2019 $9,351 $410,160 $214,110 $196,050
2018 $9,988 $385,200 $230,710 $154,490
2017 $9,639 $385,200 $230,710 $154,490
2016 $10,018 $393,770 $230,710 $163,060
2015 $8,802 $385,200 $230,710 $154,490
2014 $9,645 $385,200 $230,710 $154,490
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24052614

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000005-000033-000017

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