242 Riverside Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06878 - Photo 1

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$4,525,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
5,158 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

The home you've been waiting for-a timeless 5 bedroom Colonial, thoughtfully designed and built by renowned Sound Beach Partners (SBP) in the coveted Riverside neighborhood of Greenwich, CT. Set back from the road, this sun-filled residence has stunning architectural details, luxurious finishes, 10-foot ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout. The open, modern floor plan seamlessly blends elegant formal rooms with casual living spaces, all of which open onto a private fenced yard and veranda-perfect for entertaining or relaxation. An exceptional primary suite features soaring vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a private balcony. There are three additional spacious bedrooms on this level plus space on third floor that is ready for customization. The lower level has 9-foot ceilings and includes a gym, playroom and bedroom with a private bath. The guest room is easily adaptable to an office, with its own separate exterior entrance. An additional feature is a large cedar closet with potential for conversion into a wine cellar. Expansive open lawns for outdoor play, a wraparound porch, porte-cochére, two-car garage, and a generator too. All of this is just steps from schools and the train station - an ideal location for both convenience and luxury living.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 242 Riverside Ave

General

Sold For: $4,525,000
Taxes: $25,034
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: Greenwich
MLS ID: 121978
Added to Site: 387 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Sep Shower, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Entrance Foyer
Number of Fireplaces: 3

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Laundry: Laundry Room

Additional Information

Pool Description: Possible Site
Security/Safety: Security System
Equipment: Generator

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Description: Detached

Location

Area: 1 - Riverside
County: Fairfield

School Information

Elementary School: Riverside
Middle School: Eastern

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Fuel: Gas
Water Heater: Gas

Utilities

Gas: Public Utility
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Colonial
Construction: Wood Siding
Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
Roof: Wood
Square Feet: 5,158
Sq. Ft. Source: Architect
Year Built: 2006
Remodeled/Updated: 2012

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,196.8
Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
Zoning: R-12
Lot Description: Level, Fence

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $832.69
Assessment Amount: $2,097,340
Tax Amount: $25,034

Disclosures and Reports

Exclusions: Call LB
Inclusions: Call LB
Property ID: 057 05 2671/S

Listed by Houlihan Lawrence
Sold by Houlihan Lawrence

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Schools

Schools serving 242 Riverside Ave

School District:Greenwich School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Riverside School, Greenwich, CT 90 Hendrie Ave., Greenwich, CT 06878	K-5	0.3 mi
Eastern Middle School 51 Hendrie Ave., Greenwich, CT 06878	6-8	0.4 mi
Greenwich High School 10 Hillside Road, Greenwich, CT 06830	9-12	1.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 242 Riverside Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/14/2025

Sold

$4,525,000

5.36%

MLS

1/29/2025

Listed

$4,295,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Beds
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Beds
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Total Baths
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Single Family
Closed

5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3,647
Sq. Ft.

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Sold by Sotheby's International Realty

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Beds
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Total Baths
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Beds
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Total Baths
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Sq. Ft.

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Single Family
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6
Beds
7
Total Baths
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Sq. Ft.

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Sold by Higgins Group Greenwich and Compass Connecticut, LLC

242 Riverside Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06878 (MLS# 121978) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,525,000 on March 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 242 Riverside Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Riverside? You can browse all Riverside real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

242 Riverside Ave Greenwich, CT 06878