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Trumbull, CT / SOLD
8 Windmill LaneTrumbull, CT 06611
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Sale Price$1,175,000ClosedJanuary 15, 2025
Open house
Our Take
8 Windmill Lane is a re-designed contemporary colonial in Trumbull’s historic Nichols area, set in a quiet cul-de-sac enclave. Inside, a two-story foyer with marble flooring opens to formal living and dining rooms. The family/great room combines a cathedral ceiling, natural fieldstone fireplace, balcony, glass walls, natural light, and sunset views. A chef’s kitchen includes a Viking stove/cooktop, abundant cabinetry, built-ins, granite countertops, and a dining area. The home also offers a second-floor primary bedroom with office, fitted walk-in closets, sunroom, deck, and roof garden.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24054890- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 3 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,885
- Year built
- 1989
- Acres
- 0.94
- Property taxes
- $17,263
July 2024-June 2025
What stands out
- Two-story foyer with marble floor
- Fieldstone fireplace and balcony in the family/great room
- Viking stove and granite kitchen counters
- Primary bedroom with sunroom, deck, and roof garden
- Lower-level gym and hobby space
- TREX decking spanning the house
- Fire-pit patio and professional landscaping
- Three-car garage with EV charging
Read the full listing description
Now offered in historic "Nichols", a sophisticated, re-designed contemporary colonial with quality details & finishes throughout. Perfectly sited in a quiet cul-de-sac enclave and close to award winning schools, this neighborhood location is ideal! Step inside to the two story center foyer w/marble floor & open staircase with formal living & dining rooms adjacent. The family/great room showcases a soaring cathedral ceiling, natural fieldstone fireplace & overhead balcony along with walls of glass bringing in natural light and sunset views. Continue to the chef's kitchen with "Viking" stove/cooktop, abundant cabinetry/built-ins, granite c/tops & comfortable dining area which finishes off this family gathering space. Primary BDR or guest en-suite options are offered on each level. The 2nd floor primary BDR with 1000 square feet includes a private office, 2 fitted walk-in closets, sunroom & private deck to a charming roof garden. Back down to the lower level with complete gym, hobby space & two storage rooms. Head upstairs and back outside to "TREX" decking, spanning the entire length of the house. From here relax and gaze out to the charming fire-pit patio & professional landscaping. Gardeners, nature enthusiasts will enjoy the beautiful, level grounds, fully irrigated. Meticulously maintained inside & out with a 3-car grade level garage, EV charging station and full house gas generator. All mechanical components are in excellent working condition. A very special offering!
Schools
- Elementary
- Booth Hill
- Middle
- Hillcrest
- High
- Trumbull
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,175,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,255,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,175,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 30% rebate = $8,813. 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
Kenneth Martin
SmartMLS · Listing #24054890 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 26, 2026, 12:28 PM EDT.
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