Storybook charm meets effortless coastal living in this enchanting Cape Cod, beautifully set behind a classic white picket fence on one third of an acre just moments from Rowayton. Rich in character and thoughtfully updated, the home welcomes you with hardwood floors, timeless architectural details, and a gracious living room centered around a fireplace. An adjoining sunroom with built-in bookcases creates an inspiring home office or intimate retreat. The formal dining room flows into the heart of the home, the sun-filled eat-in kitchen features quartz countertops and a charming breakfast nook overlooking the lush backyard. Step outside to a private patio framed by mature landscaping and vibrant hydrangeas - an idyllic backdrop for al fresco dinners, summer entertaining, or quiet afternoons beneath the sail shade. Back inside, the first floor offers a versatile den/possible fourth bedroom with a full bath complete with a tub/shower combo. Upstairs, the serene primary suite is a true retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, connected to a newly renovated spa-inspired bath with dual vanity, oversized walk-in shower, vaulted ceiling, and private water closet. Two additional bedrooms complete the second floor. An attached garage, abundant lower level storage, and a covered patio overlooking the backyard add everyday convenience and versatility. Additional amenities include central air, irrigation system, main level laundry & charming front porch.
Best of all, this special property places the very best of coastal Connecticut within easy reach. Stroll to the Rowayton train station in approximately 10 minutes for an easy NYC commute, or spend your days enjoying nearby beaches, marinas, waterfront dining, charming shops, and the vibrant communities of Rowayton and Darien. Timeless character, beautifully curated outdoor spaces, and an exceptional location come together to create a truly special place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1932Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$508Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Max Dober• Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Flax Hill, located between East Norwalk and South Norwalk, is a residential and commuter-friendly Norwalk neighborhood with hillside streets and a patchwork of older homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the West Avenue corridor near the East Norwalk Metro-North station, where corner markets, takeout counters, and small service storefronts set a steady, everyday rhythm. Housing leans toward compact capes, colonials, and multifamily houses with porches and small yards. Side streets climb and dip, creating long sightlines and pockets of quiet between busier arterials. Community touchstones include the East Norwalk Library, the Norwalk Historical Society’s Mill Hill Historic Park, and the Maritime Aquarium in nearby SoNo.
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Market insights
22 Devils Garden Rd · $799,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 33 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
104.8%
Most homes are selling 5% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$799,000
Median sale price in this area is $949,875. (19% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
15% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Eight total rooms
Two fireplaces
Partial, unfinished basement with storage, sump pump, interior and garage access, and walk-out
Attic access via hatch
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Cooktop
Wall oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer in the main level laundry room
Heating & cooling
Central air with zoned cooling
Baseboard and radiator heating with zoned control
Oil-fired heat (fuel tank located in basement)
Domestic hot water (oil)
Exterior features
Porch
Patio
Gutters
Garden area
Stone wall
Landscape lighting
Underground sprinkler
Partial fencing
Professionally landscaped grounds
Beach rights
Home design
Single-family home
Yellow exterior
Parking
Attached garage (1-car)
Construction
Frame construction
Shingle and wood siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Stone foundation
Utilities
Public water connected
Cesspool sewage system
Radon mitigation (air)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This stunning 1930’s Cape Cod beautifully sited behind a white picket fence is the perfect place to call home. The inviting interior with hardwood floors and charming extras, living room with fireplace, an adjacent sunroom and dining room plus den/possible fourth bedroom and full bath makes for easy living and entertaining. The sun-filled, eat-in kitchen with access to the outdoors offering a private patio and professionally landscaped yard. Upstairs includes a tranquil master bedroom boasting a fireplace and luxurious master bath and two additional bedrooms. Conveniently located near the Rowayton village and Darien, this home is too cute for words!
Public Records
Apr 15, 2004
Sold
$580,000
$369/sq ft
Smart MLS #98188726
Feb 26, 2004
Listed
$549,000
$349/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 18, 2000
Sold
$368,000
$234/sq ft
Smart MLS #98083188
Sep 25, 2000
Listed
$379,900
$242/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 16, 1998
Sold
$255,000
$162/sq ft
Smart MLS #97023427
Aug 13, 1997
Listed
$269,900
$172/sq ft
Smart MLS #97015293
Aug 12, 1997
Listing Removed
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May 19, 1997
Listed
$289,000
$184/sq ft
Smart MLS #95070910
Jul 7, 1994
Listed
$224,900
$143/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1989
Sold
$272,500
$173/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,340 (+1.9%)
$178,750 + $152,720
$331,470
2022
$8,185 (+2.7%)
$178,750 + $152,720
$331,470
2021
$7,973
$178,750 + $152,720
$331,470
2020
$7,968 (+2.9%)
$178,750 + $152,720
$331,470
2019
$7,744 (−3.4%)
$178,750 + $152,720
$331,470
2018
$8,016 (+3.6%)
$185,470 + $115,200
$300,670
2017
$7,741 (+1.0%)
$185,470 + $115,200
$300,670
2016
$7,667 (+1.6%)
$185,470 + $115,200
$300,670
2014
$7,547
$185,470 + $115,200
$300,670
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,572
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,572
Year built
1932
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
252740
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
70% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Rental earnings
Est. $2,639 per month, based on comparable rentals