In a peaceful bucolic setting conveniently located in South Wilton near the Merritt Parkway, enjoy year round water views while relaxing on your screened-in porch. This front to back split offers three floors of living space. The main level features an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room and living room with fireplace. Upstairs, along with the master suite, find an additional two bedrooms and a guest bath. The lower level family room also features a fireplace, and there is a private home office. The patio overlooks the river. The home offers a two car attached garage and central air on the main and upper levels. This residence has been lovingly cared for by the same owner for over four decades.
- MLS# 170300687
- Date Listed06/01/2020
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 2.1 acres (91,476 sq. ft)
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Property Type Single Family
- County Fairfield
- Year Built 1959
- Water Well
- Square Feet 2,336 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $235.02
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Oil, Hot Water
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt
- Lot Size Acres 2.10
- Lot Size SQFT 91,476.00
- Lot Features Waterfront
Directions
newtown tpke to west meadow to rivergate
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $10,852
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 2 • Serves this home
4.02 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
3.45 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.94 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.92 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
2.92 mi
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Public • PK - 2
3.35 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 2 • Serves this home
4.02 mi
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Public • PK - 5
4.72 mi
Distance
Norwalk Early Childhood Center
Public • PK - PK
4.81 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.72 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
8.21 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.37 mi
Distance
Public • 3 - 5
2.37 mi
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Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
3.45 mi
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Public • 3 - 5
3.94 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
5.12 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
5.96 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
6.78 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
7.8 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
2.37 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.94 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
5.71 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
6.72 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
6.72 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
5.87 mi
Distance
Private • 04 - 12
5.96 mi
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Private • KG - 12
8.91 mi
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Private • PK - 12
9.13 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $380,240 |
| 2022 | $380,240 |
| 2021 | $380,240 |
| 2020 | $380,240 |
| 2019 | $380,240 |
| 2018 | $370,930 |
| 2017 | $370,930 |
| 2016 | $370,930 |
| 2015 | $370,930 |
| 2014 | $370,930 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2020 | Sold | $535,800.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Brookside Drive | Listing | 5 | 8 | Nov 02, 2025 | $4,375,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $779,520 |
| 176 Weston Road | 4 | 1 | Oct 10, 2025 | $1,800,000 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
| 40 Linden Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 24, 2025 | $379,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $548,500 |
| 259 New Canaan Road | Listing | 4 | 3 | Nov 08, 2025 | $848,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,122,000 |
| 247 Mill Road | 4 | 4 | Oct 15, 2025 | $2,450,000 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
| 6 Beltas Farm Lane | 6 | 10 | Oct 20, 2025 | $6,499,000 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
| 203 Wildflower Lane | 5 | 4 | Oct 15, 2025 | $949,999 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
| 5 Boxwood Lane | 6 | 11 | Oct 25, 2025 | $4,375,000 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
| 27 Blue Ribbon Drive | 4 | 5 | Oct 11, 2025 | $1,895,000 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
| 227 Belden Hill Road | 3 | 3 | Oct 15, 2025 | $899,000 | Dec 09, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,541 | 18,506 | 960,427 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 692 | 690 | 1,537 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.9 | 2.9 | 2.7 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 47.4 | 47.4 | 42 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $179,722 | $179,796 | $98,899 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $91,213 | $91,281 | $58,529 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 159 | 159 | 135 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 18.8°F | 18.8°F | 18.8°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 84.2°F | 84.2°F | 84.2°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.38" | 48.38" | 51.7" | 38" |
1/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
25/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
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: 11/100, Transit Score: 2/100, Bike Score: 17/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 159 Rivergate Drive
Source: Realty.com
159 Rivergate Drive, Wilton, CT 06897 is a Single Family 2,336 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 36 photos available of this 3 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $549,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 36 photos of 159 Rivergate Drive.
Our records indicate that 159 Rivergate Drive was built in 1959.
The full address for this home is 159 Rivergate Drive, Wilton, CT 06897.
159 Rivergate Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Mon June 01, 2020
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: 11/100, Transit Score: 2/100, Bike Score: 17/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 159 Rivergate Drive. Miller-driscoll School (Grades: PK - 2), Middlebrook School (Grades: 6 - 8), Wilton High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty
(tel: 203-227-8424)
Listing agent:
Bob Travers
(tel: 203-858-1683)
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