Norwalk, CT / SOLD

11 Bittersweet TrailNorwalk, CT 06853

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 50% 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$2,050,000ClosedMay 2, 2023

Our Take

11 Bittersweet Trail is a four-bedroom, four-full-bath, one-half-bath colonial in in-town Rowayton, built in 1950. The first floor has an open-concept layout with a chef’s kitchen, natural light, a family room with fireplace and built-ins, and a dining room with a custom bar. Sliding doors open to a deck, bluestone patio, and backyard. Four bedrooms occupy the second floor, while a separate bonus room over the garage includes its own full bath. Rowayton market is located 0.5 miles away.

11 Bittersweet Trail — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $25,625 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 50% 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 #170553837
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
4 full / 1 half
Square feet
3,142
Year built
1950
Acres
0.4
Property taxes
$22,427

July 2022-June 2023

What stands out

  • Chef’s kitchen with natural light
  • Sub-Zero refrigerator and beverage drawers
  • Family room with fireplace and built-ins
  • Custom bar with ice-maker and wine refrigerator
  • Bluestone patio, deck, and backyard
  • Four bedrooms on the second floor
  • Bonus room over garage with full bath
  • 0.5 miles to Rowayton market
Read the full listing description

Beautiful IN-TOWN Rowayton colonial! A short .5 miles to Rowayton market, and a quick walk to train and beach, 11 Bittersweet is ideally located in the center of everything that makes Rowayton special. Enter the first floor and enjoy open concept living. The chef's kitchen is perfect for the cook who enjoys company and plenty of natural light. Don't miss the custom sub-zero refrigerator/ freezer with additional beverage drawers; all of the appliances are the highest quality and perfectly laid out. Off the kitchen, you'll find a generous family room with a fireplace and beautiful built-ins. The dining room has a custom built bar, equipped with an ice-maker and wine refrigerator for easy entertaining. Sliding doors bring you out to your private deck, blue stone patio, and gracious back yard space- truly a luxury for in-town Rowayton. There are 4 bedrooms on the second floor, the largest of which is the master equipped with an en-suite bathroom and walk in closet. A surprise separate bonus room over the garage ideal for a kid's playroom, office, or extra sleeping quarters (it has it's own full bath, too!). Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make this beautiful Rowayton home yours.

Schools

Elementary
Rowayton
Middle
Roton
High
Brien McMahon

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

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$2,050,000
Original list price$1,725,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $2,050,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $25,625. 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 Houlihan Lawrence

Amanda Spatola

SmartMLS · Listing #170553837 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 11:15 AM EDT.

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