261 Chestnut Hill Road

Closed 1/16/25
Closed 1/16/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$900,000
4 beds3,400 sqft$265/sqft
261 Chestnut Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06851
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.81 acresLot Size
1958Year Built
$265/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

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...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.
  • Listed by: Helen Cusa 203.221.0666 hcusa@bhsusa.com • Brown Harris Stevens
  • Listed by: Cheryl Cusa 203.221.0666 ccusa@bhsusa.com • Brown Harris Stevens
Listing closed: 01/16/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24052614
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Property Information for 261 Chestnut Hill Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,079 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Garage Access, Interior Access, Partially Finished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Cranbury
  • Style: Ranch
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Lot Size: 1.81 AC / 78,843 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Rt 33 Wilton Rd to Chestnut Hill to #261 House in back down long driveway
  • Elementary School: Cranbury
  • High School: Norwalk
  • Latitude: 41.16322
  • Longitude: -73.3951
  • Middle Jr High School: West Rocks
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Private School(s)
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $10,079
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Porch
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: lower level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Dry Bar,Fireplace
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 240EDC8E06D96DA6E063D501100A4BA1
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Laminate Floor
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 240EDC8E06D96DA6E063D501100A4BA1
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Laminate Floor
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 22.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Brick
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Description: Heated finished space on first floor and finished lower level is 3400 sq ft
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1227
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2173
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 243908
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2173.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3400.0
  • Zoning: residential
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Unknown
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 261 Chestnut Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 15, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1549425917

$900,000

+3.4% / yr

Jan 27, 2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91097967

$390,000

+7.3% / yr

Dec 2, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91107411

$335,000

+2.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/15/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1549425917

$900,000

+3.4% / yr

01/27/2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91097967

$390,000

+7.3% / yr

12/02/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91107411

$335,000

+2.1% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 261 Chestnut Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$251,740Additions$268,460Total$520,200
Tax Record2025$12,350 ($1,029 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,173 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,173 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt982 SqFtStories1Lot Size78,844 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958Year Renovated1985ZoningA3CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNNWLK M:5 B:33 L:17

Schools near 261 Chestnut Hill Road

This home is within Norwalk School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cranbury Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
West Rocks Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Norwalk High School
Public - 9 to 12
P-Tech Norwalk
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cranbury Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

West Rocks Middle School
Public6 to 8

Norwalk High School
Public9 to 12

P-Tech Norwalk
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens, Helen Cusa; Brown Harris Stevens, Cheryl Cusa

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