Stamford, CT / SOLD

71 Lake DriveStamford, CT 06903

The buyer could have saved $17,000 in brokerage fees*

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 40% 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$1,700,000ClosedNovember 2, 2025

Our Take

71 Lake Drive in Stamford is a 1988 contemporary home in North Stamford on roughly 2.8 acres. Its open plan includes vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, wood floors, and a kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances. A family room connects to living, dining, and sitting areas. The property also has a heated pool with connected spa, an expansive patio, landscaped grounds, solar panels with Tesla backup batteries, and a horseshoe driveway. The finished lower level offers space for a media room, gym, playroom, or home office.

71 Lake Drive — exterior photo
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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $17,000 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 40% 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 #24125341
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
3 full / 1 half
Square feet
6,031
Year built
1988
Acres
2.83
Property taxes
$21,363

July 2025-June 2026

What stands out

  • Open plan with vaulted ceilings and walls of glass
  • Quartz-countered kitchen with stainless appliances
  • Wood floors throughout
  • Primary suite with private backyard deck
  • Finished lower level with flexible uses
  • Heated pool with connected spa
  • Landscaped grounds and expansive patio
  • Solar panels with Tesla backup batteries
Read the full listing description

Contemporary retreat on 2.80+ private acres in North Stamford showcasing modern elegance and comfort throughout. This immaculate home features an open floor plan with soaring vaulted ceilings and walls of glass that frame panoramic views of the natural surroundings. Designed to feel like a year-round escape, the dramatic family room invites relaxation and connection to nature, while the updated kitchen includes quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and seamless flow to the living, dining, and sitting areas-ideal for entertaining or everyday living. Beautiful wood floors run throughout, enhancing the modern aesthetic. Three bedrooms on the main level provide flexibility for guests, offices, or hobbies, while the upstairs primary suite includes a private deck overlooking the backyard along with two additional bedrooms. The finished lower level spans over 1,000 square feet, creating endless possibilities for a media room, gym, playroom, or home office, and with so many versatile spaces the home easily lives like a six-bedroom residence. Outside, the heated pool with connected spa, expansive patio, and landscaped grounds create a resort-like setting perfect for gatherings. Additional highlights include a horseshoe driveway, advanced solar panel system with Tesla backup batteries for minimal electric bills and reliable power during outages, and a location just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and the Merritt Parkway.

Schools

Elementary
Roxbury
Middle
Not provided
High
Westhill

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

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$1,700,000
Original list price$1,700,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $1,700,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $17,000. 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 Compass Connecticut, LLC · (203) 309-6712

Staci Zampa

SmartMLS · Listing #24125341 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 11:54 AM EDT.

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