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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
181 South Avenue, Unit 17New Canaan, CT 06840
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Sale Price$1,330,000ClosedOctober 25, 2021
Open house
Our Take
181 South Avenue is a remodeled two-bedroom condo near New Canaan’s town center, library, parks, and schools. The open main floor has hardwood floors, a floor-to-ceiling stone-faced gas fireplace, and custom cabinetry with a mini-bar. A library with double pocket doors can open to the living room or close for privacy. The home also includes two bedrooms with updated baths, a finished basement with a bathroom and shower, and a slate patio framed by a stone wall and mature plantings.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170433393- Bedrooms
- 2
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 0 half
- Square feet
- 2,847
- Year built
- 1974
- Acres
- Not provided
- Property taxes
- $12,073
July 2021-June 2022
What stands out
- Remodeled kitchen, bathrooms, and HVAC
- Hardwood main floor with stone-faced gas fireplace
- Custom cabinets with a mini-bar
- Library with double pocket doors
- Slate patio with mature plantings
- Two bedrooms, each with an updated bath
- Finished basement with bathroom and shower
- Built-in closets with automatic lighting
Read the full listing description
Have it all in this newly remodeled condo near town center, the library, parks and schools. This one is truly move-in ready, with completely restructured kitchen, finished basement, updated HVAC, remodeled bathrooms, and so many renovations we had to make a list! Delight in the wonderful, open main floor with hardwoods and a stunning floor to ceiling stone faced gas fireplace. Custom designed cabinets add a mid-century vibe and provide for a mini-bar for entertaining. Need more space? The library's double pocket doors can open up to the living room or remain closed for privacy and calm. Step out onto the slate patio to enjoy the outdoors with a stone wall and mature plantings for added privacy. The second floor features two spacious bedrooms, each with their own updated bath. Details include closets with built-ins and automatic light features as well as updated overhead lights. The basement is tastefully finished and features a bathroom with shower and an egress window for added safety and light while also providing ample storage space. It's all here, just come and take a look! Listing Agent is related to seller. HOA fee does not include additional "Capital Charge". Capital Charge changes annually. 2021 is additional $370.77 per month.
Schools
- Elementary
- South
- Middle
- Saxe Middle
- High
- New Canaan
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,330,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,200,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,330,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 30% rebate = $9,975. 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 Raveis Real Estate
Sky Minckler
SmartMLS · Listing #170433393 · Closed
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