Off Market Dec 2025 for $2.3M

$2,522,136

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,089/mo

•

3,135

sq ft

5 Dancing Bear Rd, Norwalk, CT 06853

About this home

A Modern Rowayton Sanctuary, updated with Wilson Cove views, privacy & in-ground pool. Welcome to 5 Dancing Bear Road, a rare private retreat in the coastal community of Rowayton. This 3,000+SF updated modern home offers the perfect balance of sophistication, serenity, & coastal living. Set on 3+professionally landscaped acres with in-ground pool, petite pool house & shed. The property is a hidden gem, surrounded by lush greenery, expansive stone patio with Wilson Cove views-designed for both intimate living & casual entertaining. Inside, discover a bright & open living/dining room w/vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors & walls of glass overlooking nature+a cozy library nook w/ a fireplace & built-ins. The newly renovated modern chef's kitchen features top grade Cafe appliances, custom cabinetry and quartz countertops. A screened-in porch off the main living area is the perfect space to enjoy warm weather. Upstairs, features a renovated & expanded primary suite with a large custom walk in closet & spa like bath. Two additional bedrooms also feature custom closets & share an updated hall bath. Not to be overlooked is the cozy family room w/fireplace & abundant windows with distant water views. The finished lower level offers flex space+ample storage. Whether as a year-round residence or weekend retreat, 5 Dancing Bear offers a rare opportunity to own a modern coastal home-just minutes from the vibrant seaside village of Rowayton-CT's most desirable coastal community.

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

3.63 acresLot Size

$805Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Tom Vozzella • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Contact: Agent Attribution Contact: (203) 561-0137 | Office Attribution Contact: (203) 329-2111

Bought with Meg Douglas • Compass Connecticut, LLC

Bought with Kelly Connell • Compass Connecticut, LLC

Source:Smart MLS #24125108

Redfin Estimate

$2,522,136

$172K since sold in December 2025$29K since July

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 45.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.74M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 20, 2025
$3,400,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,471 sq ft
130 Highland Ave, Norwalk, CT 06853
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$855,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,704 sq ft
11 Charcoal Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$756,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,316 sq ft
1 Woodchuck Ct W, Norwalk, CT 06854
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,100,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,492 sq ft
45 Cottontail Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,900,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,528 sq ft
8 Ledge Rd, Norwalk, CT 06853
SOLD OCT 17, 2025
$2,400,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,899 sq ft
4 Shagbark Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854

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$3,089/mo

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Market trends in 06853, CT

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

112.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$3.0M

$387K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

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Sale history for 5 Dancing Bear Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #24125108

Dec 1, 2025

Listing Removed

—

Dec 1, 2025

Sold

$2,350,000

$750/sq ft

Sep 19, 2025

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2025

Listed

$1,950,000

$622/sq ft

Sep 8, 2025

Coming Soon

$1,950,000

$622/sq ft

Smart MLS #99158360

Oct 24, 2016

Sold

$1,200,000

$383/sq ft

Oct 7, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Aug 29, 2016

Listed

$1,295,000

$413/sq ft

Renew your spirit everyday enjoying nature on this private 3.6 acre property just minutes from the village of Rowayton & only 1 hour from Grand Central Station. This sun-filled, thoughtfully redesigned & renovated 2,400 sq.ft., contemporary home brings the outside in to maximize the natural views surrounding you; including ponds, a pool & seasonal water views from high above L.I. Sound. Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings & a natural flow between inside & out is perfect for relaxing & entertaining. Amenities included a large, two level fieldstone terrace & separate pool area & plenty of room to expand without giving up any privacy. Bayley Beach, Pinkney Park, tennis & boating are minutes away.

Smart MLS #99094597

Aug 21, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Mar 4, 2015

Listed

$1,375,000

$439/sq ft

Smart MLS #95022768

Aug 1, 1995

Listed

$399,900

$128/sq ft

Smart MLS #95082128

Jul 31, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Feb 6, 1995

Listed

$419,000

$134/sq ft

Smart MLS #95067037

Dec 15, 1994

Listing Removed

—

Jun 9, 1994

Listed

$450,000

$144/sq ft

Smart MLS #93100965

Apr 15, 1994

Listing Removed

—

Apr 28, 1993

Listed

$475,000

$152/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,987 (+4.3%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2022

$20,120 (+3.5%)

$635,700 + $241,560

$877,260

2021

$19,443 (−0.4%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2020

$19,520 (+4.0%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2019

$18,768 (+5.3%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2018

$17,815 (+3.8%)

$516,380 + $219,940

$736,320

2017

$17,165 (+1.6%)

$516,380 + $219,930

$736,310

2016

$16,891 (−5.7%)

$516,380 + $219,940

$736,320

2014

$17,913

$516,380 + $219,940

$736,320

Tax history for 5 Dancing Bear Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$20,987 (+4.3%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2022

$20,120 (+3.5%)

$635,700 + $241,560

$877,260

2021

$19,443 (−0.4%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2020

$19,520 (+4.0%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2019

$18,768 (+5.3%)

$635,660 + $241,560

$877,220

2018

$17,815 (+3.8%)

$516,380 + $219,940

$736,320

2017

$17,165 (+1.6%)

$516,380 + $219,930

$736,310

2016

$16,891 (−5.7%)

$516,380 + $219,940

$736,320

2014

$17,913

$516,380 + $219,940

$736,320

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3.63 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,020

Year built

1960

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

255404

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: Off the Mud Room First Floor
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air, Split System
Appliances Included: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Shed, Underground Sprinkler, Patio

Lot Information
Lot Description: Fence - Wood, On Cul-De-Sac, Professionally Landscaped, Water View

Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: Vinyl, In Ground Pool

Building Information
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Neutral

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Harbor, Beach Rights, View
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2020

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,059,170

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Roton
High School: Brien McMahon
Elementary School: Rowayton

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
Directions: Witch Lane to Dancing Bear #5 on the left.
Direct Waterfront
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,020
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 255404

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 6

Around this home

Schools

Rowayton School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Roton Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

5/10

Brien Mcmahon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

7/10 Wind Factor

78% 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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Historical weather

Norwalk, CT • 06853

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.40M – $2.90M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3 Dancing Bear Road, Norwalk, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2484 Sq. Ft.	$2,194,131
126 Wilson Avenue, Norwalk, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2593 Sq. Ft.	$2,757,211

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Dancing Bear Road, Norwalk, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3848 Sq. Ft.	$2,904,861
46 Tory Hill Lane, Norwalk, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2916 Sq. Ft.	$2,095,907

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Dancing Bear Road, Norwalk, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2336 Sq. Ft.	$2,481,094
8 Old Witch Court, Norwalk, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1852 Sq. Ft.	$1,901,459

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