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Greenwich, CT / SOLD
678 Riversville RoadGreenwich, CT 06831
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Sale Price$2,450,000ClosedJuly 21, 2024
Open house
Our Take
678 Riversville Road is a 1962 Greenwich property with five bedrooms, five full baths, one half bath, and 4.05 acres. The main home has an open-space floor plan, two primary suites in separate wings, and a sunny walkout lower level with another suite. A separate cottage includes living/dining space, a bedroom, full bath, kitchen, and walkout lower level with laundry and storage. The property also includes 2010 stables, riding facilities, and access to riding trails near Audubon nature preserves.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24006510- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 5 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 5,851
- Year built
- 1962
- Acres
- 4.05
- Property taxes
- $10,671
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- Two primary suites in separate wings
- Sunny walkout lower-level suite
- Remodeled cottage with kitchen and full bath
- Cottage with private driveway access
- 2010 stables with box stalls and paddocks
- Riding arena with footing and drainage
- Updated mechanical systems and backup generator
- Property abuts miles of riding trails
Read the full listing description
INVITING, LIGHT FILLED HOME in the Greenwich countryside. Ideal for a family compound. Features a stylish cottage, barn and stables. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of nature only 39 miles from NYC. Bordered by hundreds of acres of Audubon nature preserves and over 125 miles of riding trails, this property is a nature lover's dream! The home's open space floor plan is extremely versatile. A plethora of windows keep the space cheerful and bright while generous gathering spaces encourage joyful entertaining of extended family and friends. Two primary suites in separate wings allow for a privacy. The sunny walkout lower level offers another suite of room away from household distractions. Updated mechanical systems and back up generator assure a worry free lifestyle. THE COTTAGE has been remodeled into a sweet space. Sited away from the main house with a private driveway access, this sophisticated charmer contains a living/dining area, bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen and walkout lower level with a full laundry and storage area. Ideal for a guest cottage, an office or a caretaker's residence. THE STABLES were thoughtfully constructed in 2010 to house quality competition horses. Some 12 x12 box stalls include attached paddocks. A tack room, feed room, wash room, hay lofts and turn out areas are also included. The riding arena was designed and built with excellent footing and drainage. Property abuts miles of well-groomed riding trails. A fabulous family retreat.
Schools
- Elementary
- Parkway
- Middle
- Western
- High
- Greenwich
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $2,450,000 | |
| Original list price | $2,990,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $2,450,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $30,625. 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 William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Lynn Fraund
SmartMLS · Listing #24006510 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:06 PM EDT.
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