Norwalk, CT / SOLD

20 Toilsome AvenueNorwalk, CT 06851

The buyer could have saved $3,700 in brokerage fees*

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.

Sale Price$740,000ClosedJuly 14, 2022

Our Take

20 Toilsome Avenue in Norwalk is a Cape-style home on a private, flat, fenced half-acre lot. The main level includes open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas, plus a bedroom and renovated bathroom. Upstairs are two bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with two walk-in closets, along with a renovated full bathroom and laundry room. The finished lower level offers a den, gaming room, lounge, office or TV room, full bathroom, and walkout access. Outdoor features include a screened porch, patio, firepit, pool, greenhouse, detached garage, and carport.

20 Toilsome Avenue — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $3,700 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.

At a glance

Closed · MLS #170487698
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
3 full / 0 half
Square feet
3,218
Year built
1950
Acres
0.5
Property taxes
$9,232

July 2021-June 2022

What stands out

  • Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas
  • Stone fireplace and rich hardwood floors
  • Main-level bedroom with renovated bathroom
  • Primary bedroom with two walk-in closets
  • Finished lower level with full walkout
  • Screened porch, patio, firepit, pool, and greenhouse
  • Flat, fenced half-acre lot
  • Detached two-car garage with carport
Read the full listing description

Entertainers Paradise! Welcome to this expansive 3/4 bed 3 bath cape on a private, flat fenced in half acre lot. As you enter the front door you will be impressed by the full open concept living, dining and kitchen areas filled with natural light. Rich hardwood floors, a beautiful stone fireplace and recessed lighting compliment the renovated kitchen w/ large center island. The main level also has a spacious bedroom w/ a renovated bathroom. Upstairs you will find two oversized bedrooms w/ hardwood floors. The primary bedroom has plenty of space for a king size bed and two walk-in closets. There is renovated full bath w/double vanity and a Pinterest inspired laundry room conveniently located on the second floor. Farmhouse style barn doors close off the second floor for additional privacy. Head down into the finished lower level for the festivities. There is an oversized den and gaming room w/new vinyl floors which flows right into the lounge. An additional cozy office/tv room and the third full bath make up the lower level which has a full walkout to the backyard that could be used as a potential in-law or au pair set up. Head out back for fun in the sun. There is a screened in porch, a newer patio area, built in firepit, pool and greenhouse for the aspiring gardener. The backyard area is fully fenced. Central air, oversized 2 car detached garage w/carport. This is truly your own private oasis! Subject to seller finding suitable housing.

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Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$740,000
Original list price$729,999

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $740,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $3,700. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.

Listed by Keller Williams Prestige Prop.

Max Dober

SmartMLS · Listing #170487698 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 11:19 AM EDT.

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