Stamford, CT / SOLD

5 Howes AvenueStamford, CT 06906

The buyer could have saved $4,445 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$889,000ClosedJuly 1, 2024

Our Take

At 5 Howes Avenue in Stamford, this four-bedroom Colonial was built in 1927 and sits on a 0.30-acre property in Glenbrook. The home includes a foyer, living room with fireplace, dining room, family room, updated kitchen, primary bedroom with roof-deck access, two additional bedrooms, a fourth bedroom, and flex loft space. Outdoor features include an expansive deck and fenced backyard with mature plantings. The property also has a walk-out basement and tandem two-car garage.

5 Howes Avenue — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $4,445 on brokerage fees*

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

See how the commission rebate works ↗

*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 #24013569
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
2 full / 0 half
Square feet
2,562
Year built
1927
Acres
0.3
Property taxes
$11,476

July 2023-June 2024

What stands out

  • Wood-burning fireplace with detailed mantel
  • Family room with plantation shutters
  • Granite counters and stainless appliances
  • Expansive deck beside fenced backyard
  • Primary bedroom with roof-deck access
  • New primary bath with large stall shower
  • Fourth bedroom and flex loft
  • Walk-out basement and tandem two-car garage
Read the full listing description

Welcome Home to this Charming 1927 Colonial located in a desirable Glenbrook Neighborhood, walking distance to the train station & minutes to highways, shopping & all that downtown Stamford has to offer. The minute you step into the gracious foyer you will fall in love with this special home. The spacious Living Rm features a wood burning fireplace w/detailed mantle, crown moldings & gleaming hardwood floors, open to the elegant Dining Rm perfect for holiday gatherings. Step through the French doors to view the generous Family Rm w/walls of windows fitted w/plantation shutters & beautiful custom built-in's installed w/quality craftsmanship. The Bright Updated Kitchen features granite counter's, stainless appliances, vaulted ceiling, bay window & direct access to the expansive deck where you can grill & dine or just relax taking in the view of the mature plantings in the .30 acre fenced backyard. Back inside walk-up the charming double sided staircase to the second level to view the generous Primary Bedroom w/ access to a roof deck and don't miss the stunning new Primary Bath w/large stall shower. Two more ample bedrooms & a hall full bath complete this level. But wait..up one more flight to the third level is a Fourth Bedroom & a flex loft space to use as an office, play or craft area. The huge walk-out full basement has tons of room for storage & can easily be finished for additional living space with access to the deep tandem two-car tandem garage.

Schools

Elementary
Julia A. Stark
Middle
Dolan
High
Stamford

Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$889,000
Original list price$779,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $889,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $4,445. 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 Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Terry LaPolice

SmartMLS · Listing #24013569 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 12:01 PM EDT.

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