Award-winning in-town landmark with pristine views of the Saugatuck River. This home was built for Norman Kellogg circa 1883.It is a wonderful example of the Queen Anne style with its pitched roof, picturesque gables, extensive decorative milled trim, period craftsmanship and abundant character.This home was recognized in 2015 by the Westport Historic District Commission as a recipient of The Westport Historic Preservation Award.The result is a fully modern home suitable to today's lifestyle with historic integrity.Once inside there is an open dining area which leads to the F/R w/fpl.Spacious formal L/R w/pocket doors, f/p, wraparound molding & wood trim.State of the art chef's kitchen w/elegant French LaCourne stove, quartz counter tops, gas f/p,& farmhouse sink overlooks the gardens w/views.Original hand-milled elm trim, complemented by rectangular beams & a hand-painted backsplash complete this timeless kitchen.The original 1800's ice room is now used as a walk-in pantry.The main staircase w/decorative wood trim leads to the M/B w/fp & en-suite bath with steam shower, claw tub & amazing water views.2nd BR w/fpl & original planked flrs. 3rd BR offers spectacular water views.3rd flr can be 4th BR with office & storage room.LL offers an artist's studio, separate rec room, exercise studio w/separate entrance.Original glass-pane windows replaced w/double-pane in 2014.1 car detached garage w/storage shed sold as is. Walking distance to town, train & schools. See Agent Remarks.
Single-familyProperty Type
1883Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$557Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Carole Hendrickson• William Raveis Real Estate
Listed by Karen Amaru• William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with Amy Swanson• William Raveis Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #170329491
Redfin Estimate
$2,242,389
$1.0M since sold in April 2021$101K since August
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This home's estimate is 16.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.92M) of 6 comparable homes.
Queen Anne house with a projecting central pavilion offers a virtual encyclopedic array of this late 19th century milled trim from Stick Style gable pieces and pierced barge boards to the turned verandah posts. The body of the house is sheathed with a variety of sidings with imbricated shingles in the gable ends and window spandels, board and batten on the second, and clapboard on the first. This superbly detailed Queen Anne house that survives in a complete state of preservation was built in 1883 for Norman Kellogg. One of the finest examples of picturesque Queen Anne style which was noted for its lavish use of highly decorative milled trim, varied expansive and robust verandahs. Views of the Saugatuck River; walk to schools, trains,town.
Registered with the Westport Historical Society, 1883 as The Kellogg House. Local Historical Society rules and regulations apply.
Smart MLS #98541061
Aug 31, 2013
Listing Removed
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May 30, 2012
Listed
$1,099,000
$273/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 12, 1992
Sold
$380,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,341 (+1.6%)
$328,100 + $453,400
$781,500
2022
$14,122
$328,100 + $453,400
$781,500
2021
$14,122 (+16.4%)
$328,100 + $453,400
$781,500
2020
$12,135 (−0.9%)
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2019
$12,244
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2018
$12,244
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2017
$12,244 (+15.0%)
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2016
$10,644 (−3.0%)
$344,400 + $286,900
$631,300
2014
$10,972
$280,800 + $330,800
$611,600
Tax history for 76 Riverside Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,341 (+1.6%)
$328,100 + $453,400
$781,500
2022
$14,122
$328,100 + $453,400
$781,500
2021
$14,122 (+16.4%)
$328,100 + $453,400
$781,500
2020
$12,135 (−0.9%)
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2019
$12,244
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2018
$12,244
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2017
$12,244 (+15.0%)
$344,400 + $381,800
$726,200
2016
$10,644 (−3.0%)
$344,400 + $286,900
$631,300
2014
$10,972
$280,800 + $330,800
$611,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,907
Year built
1883
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
419152
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 6
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer