Rare opportunity in Riverside. Set on .42 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with an in-ground pool, this exceptional 3,500 SF home offers timeless elegance, expansive living space, and incredible potential. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths, the home can be expanded to approximately 5,700 SF, plus an additional 1,200+ SF lower level ready to be finished. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home showcases hardwood floors throughout, a chef's kitchen with Thermador appliances, marble countertops, center island, wine refrigerator, and sunny breakfast room opening to a stunning great room with coffered beam ceilings, built-ins, and fireplace. Additional main level highlights include a library, formal living room with fireplace, elegant dining room, and extensive butler's pantry with second dishwasher. Outdoor spaces are equally inviting, with a deck overlooking the private backyard and a charming wisteria-draped side porch creating the perfect entertaining oasis. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a marble spa bath with oversized shower and double vanities, along with two more bedrooms and full bath. An easy expansion opportunity exists to add 2-3 additional bedrooms above the first-floor addition. Walk-up attic provides even more flexibility and storage.
- MLS# 125063
- Date Listed05/22/2026
- Days on Realty 27 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.42 acres (18,295 sq. ft)
- Sewer Town Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Fairfield
- Year Built 1900
- Water Public
- Square Feet 3,517 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $993.74
Interior Features
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Garden, Balcony, Rock Garden
- Roof Asphalt
- Lot Size Acres 0.42
- Lot Size SQFT 18,295.20
- Lot Features Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $16,707
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Schools near 06878
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Sales & Tax History
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Local Neighborhood Highlights for 06878
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Population & Environment
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18/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
0/100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score ®
33/100
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Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 28/100, Transit Score: 9/100, Bike Score: 31/100.
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Points of Interest near 97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878, Riverside, CT 06878
Frequently Asked Questions for 97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878
Source: Realty.com
97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878, Riverside, CT 06878 in Riverside, CT 06878 is a single family listed at $3,495,000. Highlights include 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,517 sq. ft., built in 1900, 0.42 acre lot, $994 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 45 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for thi...
Realty.com has 45 photos of 97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878.
Our records indicate that 97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878 was built in 1900.
The full address for this home is 97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878, Riverside, CT 06878.
97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878 has been listed on Realty.com since Fri May 22, 2026
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 28/100, Transit Score: 9/100, Bike Score: 31/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 97 Riverside Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878. Old Greenwich School (Grades: PK - 5), Eastern Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Greenwich High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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