George Cress of Real Broker Email: george@cress.co (dot co) Call/Text: 212-203-5251
Westport, CT / SOLD
8 Placid Lake LaneWestport, CT 06880
The buyer could have saved $16,000 in brokerage fees*
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Sale Price$1,600,000ClosedFebruary 7, 2024
Open house
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170616468- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,517
- Year built
- 1950
- Acres
- 1.28
- Property taxes
- $11,750
July 2023-June 2024
Read the full listing description
This terrific move-in-ready expanded cape, lovingly maintained is in an idyllic storybook setting at the end of a cul-de-sac. The large living room boasts a cathedral-ceiling and an oversized picture window. Stunning seasonal year-round pond views that can also be seen from the primary bedroom suite. There are 4 beds, 4.5 baths, large eat-in kitchen, spacious dining room, three fireplaces, den and bar area. The finished lower level lends itself to versatility, offering flexible options to include play-space, office, gym and/or au-pair/in-law quarters. Plenty of dedicated storage too. Updates and maintenance include flagstone and masonry front step entry and walkway, a picturesque outdoor area for a fire pit for entertaining, re-pitched stone driveway and an oversized mudroom drop zone. The pond has a trail with a tranquil footbridge that is charming and functional. Included; a rowboat and hockey nets for both summer and winter fun. For train commuters, a shuttle bus stops at the top of the Lane. Close proximity to Westport’s key locations; Schools, Library, Main Street Shopping, Compo Beach, Longshore Park, Levitt Pavilion, Restaurants and Westport Playhouse. This property is truly ideal combining comfortable living with nature’s splendor. A wonderful home to nestle into and call your own…Not To Be Missed!
Schools
- Elementary
- Coleytown
- Middle
- Coleytown
- High
- Staples
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,600,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,299,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,600,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $16,000. 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 William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Tammy Zelkowitz
SmartMLS · Listing #170616468 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 5:42 PM EDT.
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