Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/28/2025
Listed
$5,450,000
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Property Description
This exceptional contemporary home on a quiet cul-de-sac has been transformed with a complete meticulous custom renovation. The dramatic yet highly functional home is being offered fully furnished with Roche Bobois furniture in addition to Barovier & Toso Venetian light fixtures throughout the home. The beautiful parklike grounds encompass 4 acres including a tennis court, pool with spa and large yard area. The border to the north abuts the 300-acre Babcock Preserve with 7 miles of trails. The interior space extends to 7,700 sq.ft. on 3 levels with 6 ensuite bedrooms all with custom walk-in closets. The luxurious primary suite is highlighted by a limestone fireplace, an office loft, private balcony and glistening bathroom featuring Blue Macuba marble. Truly a peaceful and private oasis.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 897 Lake Ave
General
- Price: $5,450,000
- Taxes: $34,731
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Greenwich
- MLS ID: 123901
- Updated: 10/28/2025
- Added to Site: 79 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Entrance Foyer, Back Stairs, Central Vacuum
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 9
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Outdoor
- Equipment: Generator
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Terrace
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
Location
- Area: 3 - Greenwich
- County: Fairfield
School Information
- Elementary School: Parkway
- Middle School: Western
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil
Utilities
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: Propane
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Wood Siding, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Other, Architectural Shingles
- Square Feet: 7,738
- Sq. Ft. Source: Taxcard
- Year Built: 1984
- Remodeled/Updated: 2020
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 174,240
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Topography: True
- Lot Features: Adjcnt Conservation, Parklike
- Zoning: RA-4
- Lot Description: Park
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $704.32
- Tax Amount: $34,731
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: Flat Screen TV, Call LB
- Inclusions: Washer/Dryer, All Kitchen Applncs, A/V Equip
- Property ID: 11-2939
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Schools
Schools serving 897 Lake Ave
School District:Greenwich School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Parkway School 141 Lower Cross Road, Greenwich, CT 06831 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Western Middle School 1 Western Junior Highway, Greenwich, CT 06830 | 6-8 | 6.5 mi |
Greenwich High School 10 Hillside Road, Greenwich, CT 06830 | 9-12 | 5 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 897 Lake Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 897 Lake Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$34,731
3%
$2,884,630
—
2023
$33,779
3%
$2,884,630
—
2023
$32,856
1%
$2,884,630
—
2022
$32,539
—
$2,884,630
17%
2021
$32,539
38%
$2,458,750
21%
2020
$23,499
-1%
$2,027,550
—
2019
$23,682
3%
$2,027,550
—
2018
$23,053
—
$2,027,550
—
2017
$23,053
2%
$2,027,550
—
2016
$22,709
-2%
$2,027,550
-2%
2015
$23,208
3%
$2,059,260
—
2014
$22,590
3%
$2,059,260
—
2013
$21,993
—
$2,059,260
—
2011
$21,993
—
$2,059,260
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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897 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06831 (MLS# 123901) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 7 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 897 Lake Avenue is currently listed for $5,450,000 and was received on October 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 897 Lake Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Greenwich? You can browse all Greenwich real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.