$980,000
SOLD SEP 24, 2025
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,884 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$340 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Mud Room
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of September 2025

True pride of ownership in this impeccable 1940 stone & shingle English colonial retaining all of the vintage charm/character, & polished to perfection w/top of the line appointments for today's modern lifestyle. Sought after location, set high at the peak of Buckingham Place, w/picturesque setting offering level manicured yard, stone wall, picket fencing, prof. lighting, irrigation controlled by phone, & mature perimeter trees for privacy. The ivy covered stone entry leads to a charming foyer w/coatroom vestibule & powder room. The surprisingly expansive & open floor plan features gleaming hardwood, crown moldings & custom millwork throughout. The generous great room features a wall of built-in book shelves, stone fireplace w/custom wood mantel & surround, plus open to the inviting DR for ease of entertaining. French doors lead to a private office, ideal for work at home. The heart of this special home is the jaw dropping 31.5' chef's kitchen w/double islands, ample custom cabinetry for storage, newer S/S appliances, striking copper accents, & sunny dining area. A convenient mudroom leads to the covered side entrance, 2 car windowed garage, plus the finished lower level rec room & laundry. Total 2,884 sf on 3 finished levels w/4 BRs, 2.5 baths, plus walk up attic for additional storage. The primary suite & one additional bedroom both offer balcony access. New roof & gutter system, new windows, new garage doors, extra spray foam insulation & so much more in this beloved home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Ancona

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0770587 Listed on: 08/07/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Tyler Toren

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0810982

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,359

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Crown Molding
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Naramake Elementary School
  • Nathan Hale Middle School
  • Norwalk High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 231114

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,359

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2540
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 344
  • Total Sq Ft: 2884
  • Year Built: 1940
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Additional details: The backyard is completely fenced in for pet and child safety. A flat deck, perfect condition swing set, and historic stone wall complete the property. Mature tress provide privacy and shade. Irrigation system can be operated from phone to keep the manicured lawn and plantings green. A blooming Japanese maple in the front glints from the sun which rises to the left of the house and sets to the right, providing beautiful sunrises and sunsets which shine through the house. Newly painted exterior, new roof, gutter system, new windows throughout the entire house, spray foam installation, new garage doors, up-kept stone and wood work, recently cleaned windows, and extensive exterior up lighting throughout the front and back property. Central AC upstairs, Mitsubishi system downstairs, plus stone foundation/plaster walls keep this house cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Norwalk has so much to offer from all cuisine dining, Maritime Aquarium, Stepping Stones museum, access to medical care and events, shopping in the new mall and more. Deed includes Calf Pasture beach rights (daily charge is $75).
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: East Avenue to Buckingham to #7
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 2540
  • Street Type: Place
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Storage, Partially Finished, Liveable Space
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 7

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Stone, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Split System
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Naramake
  • Middle School: Nathan Hale
  • High School: Norwalk

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Description: Fence - Wood Fence - Stone Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: B
  • Parcel #: 231114

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 12359
  • Total Assessed Value: 517130
  • Mil Rate Total: 23.9

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Naramake
  • Middle Jr High School: Nathan Hale
  • High School: Norwalk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2010
Sold by
Rubin Jay M and Rubin Jennifer S
Bought by
Toovell Bethridge G and Toovell Eric P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,250
Interest Rate
4.35%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2002
Sold by
Meany Dennis P and Meany Nancy C
Bought by
Rubin Jay M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 1987
Sold by
Radile David
Bought by
Meany Dennis

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 1987
Sold by
Radile David
Bought by
Meany Dennis
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $565,000 --
Warranty Deed $565,000 --
Warranty Deed $470,000 --
Warranty Deed $470,000 --
Deed $306,000 --
Deed $306,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $448,000 Unknown
Closed $480,250 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/24/2025 09/24/25 Sold $980,000 +3.3% $340 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2025 08/09/25 For Sale $949,000 -- $329 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $12,359 $517,130 $172,870 $344,260
2024 $12,176 $517,130 $172,870 $344,260
2023 $10,692 $426,230 $158,460 $267,770
2022 $10,462 $426,230 $158,460 $267,770
2021 $10,217 $426,230 $158,460 $267,770
2020 $10,211 $426,230 $158,460 $267,770
2019 $9,938 $426,230 $158,460 $267,770
2018 $9,944 $373,780 $173,710 $200,070
2017 $9,599 $373,780 $173,710 $200,070
2016 $9,641 $378,970 $173,710 $205,260
2015 $9,483 $373,780 $173,710 $200,070
2014 $9,360 $373,780 $173,710 $200,070
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24117604

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000001-000058-000064