Off Market May 2017 for $1.5M

$2,782,093

•

2,972

sq ft

56 Riverside Ave, Riverside, CT 06878

About this home

This tastefully updated Dutch center-hall colonial in Riverside is sited on .28 acres of beautifully terraced gardens only .4 miles from the Riverside Train station. Hardwood floors, and grand entrance and custom moldings throughout give this home an authentic feel. With five bedrooms and three full baths, and a finished third floor and large lower level, this home offers great living space. A beautiful west-facing terrace offers great outdoor entertaining space, while two fireplaces to warm you when the weather turns cooler. The attached two car garage and shed provide added storage. Located within the Riverside/Eastern School district, this is a charming Riverside home that's an amazing value and must see!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$936Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Brian Amen • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Rob Johnson • Halstead Real Estate

Source:Smart MLS #99178721

Redfin Estimate

$2,782,093

$1.2M since sold in May 2017$78K since August

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This home's estimate is 9.9% higher than the average sale price ($2.53M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,800,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,568 sq ft
14 Neil Ln, Riverside, CT 06878
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$2,525,000
B
5 beds3 baths2,737 sq ft
64 Summit Rd, Riverside, CT 06878
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,530,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,720 sq ft
4 Cos Cob Ave, Cos Cob, CT 06807
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$3,825,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,053 sq ft
10 Newton St, Riverside, CT 06878
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$2,250,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,641 sq ft
23 Westview Pl, Riverside, CT 06878
SOLD SEP 7, 2025
$3,260,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths3,167 sq ft
36 Hendrie Ave, Riverside, CT 06878

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Market trends in 06878, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

110.0%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$3.7M

$145K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 12 HRS AGO
$3,295,000
4 beds4.5 baths4,500 sq ft
34 Wescott St, Riverside, CT 06878
$995,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,626 sq ft
84 Silo Cir #84, Riverside, CT 06878
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Sale history for 56 Riverside Ave

Date

Event

Price

GMLS #99204

May 30, 2017

Sold

$1,550,000

$522/sq ft

Mar 24, 2017

Listed

$1,649,000

$555/sq ft

+15

This tastefully updated Dutch center-hall colonial in Riverside is sited on . 28 acres of beautifully terraced gardens only . 4 miles from the Riverside Train station. Hardwood floors, and grand entrance and custom moldings throughout give this home an authentic feel. With five bedrooms and three full baths, and a finished third floor and large lower level, this home offers great living space. Meticulous and mature landscaping lead to a beautiful west-facing terrace - offering great outdoor entertaining space, while two fireplaces to warm you when the weather turns cooler. The attached two car garage and shed provide added storage. Located within the Riverside/Eastern School district, but outside of any flood zone, this is a charming Riverside home that's an amazing value and must see!

Smart MLS #99178721

May 30, 2017

Sold

$1,550,000

$522/sq ft

May 16, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Mar 22, 2017

Listed

$1,649,000

$555/sq ft

Smart MLS #99159422

Dec 12, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Sep 9, 2016

Listed

$1,685,000

$567/sq ft

GMLS #97733

Nov 11, 2016

Delisted

—

Sep 7, 2016

Listed

$1,685,000

$567/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,530 (+0.9%)

$676,550 + $314,370

$990,920

2022

$11,425 (−15.2%)

$676,550 + $314,370

$990,920

2021

$13,466 (+0.2%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2020

$13,444 (−1.0%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2019

$13,578 (+2.3%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2018

$13,276 (−1.2%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2017

$13,443 (+5.1%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2016

$12,789 (+36.3%)

$739,060 + $342,090

$1,081,150

2014

$9,383

$618,450 + $188,650

$807,100

Tax history for 56 Riverside Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,530 (+0.9%)

$676,550 + $314,370

$990,920

2022

$11,425 (−15.2%)

$676,550 + $314,370

$990,920

2021

$13,466 (+0.2%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2020

$13,444 (−1.0%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2019

$13,578 (+2.3%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2018

$13,276 (−1.2%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2017

$13,443 (+5.1%)

$739,060 + $379,400

$1,118,460

2016

$12,789 (+36.3%)

$739,060 + $342,090

$1,081,150

2014

$9,383

$618,450 + $188,650

$807,100

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,942

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

1852484

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Nov 9, 2023.

Property details

Parking

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

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Location: lower level
Interior Features: Central Vacuum
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
Room Count: 14
Basement Description: Full
Has Attic
Attic Description: Finished, Heated, Walk-up

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: Shed, Terrace

Lot Information
Lot Description: Fence - Stone

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete, Block
Construction Description: Frame, Block, Stone
Color: Cream

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Access
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2942

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,081,150

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Eastern
High School: Greenwich
Elementary School: Riverside

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Post Road to Riverside Avenue. Property on right.
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,942
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 1852484

Home facts updated by county records on Nov 9, 2023

Around this home

Schools

Riverside School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Eastern Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

10/10

Greenwich High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

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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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

9 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Riverside, CT • 06878

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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4.3 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$2.64M – $3.20M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
59 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2229 Sq. Ft.	$2,615,774
48 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$2,268,347

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44 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2288 Sq. Ft.	$1,847,741

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51 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1555 Sq. Ft.	$1,854,810

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