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Property Description
Welcome to 8 Dorset Road, a secluded Norwalk sanctuary located in the Wolfpit neighborhood of Cranbury where peaceful tranquility meets everyday convenience. Nestled on a picturesque corner lot directly across from a protected wooded town reserve, this home offers a rare sense of privacy and a serene connection to nature - all just minutes from Metro-North, major commuting routes, neighborhood schools, shopping, and Norwalk's beautiful coastline. Located in a quiet community on a low-traffic street, perfect for jogging or walking your dog with proximity to the playground in Cranbury Park. Offering an impressive 2,462 square feet of living space, this home provides exceptional flexibility for today's lifestyles. The upper levels feature 1,257 square feet with a sun-drenched living room which serves as the heart of the home, featuring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that creates an inviting space for gathering. Gleaming hardwood floors flow through the main living areas and upper bedroom level, adding warmth and character throughout. The kitchen blends charm and functionality with a farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. A casual eat-in area transitions seamlessly into the formal dining room - perfect for both everyday living and special occasions.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8 Dorset Rd
General
- Price: $835,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24159302
- Updated: Today (3/18/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bath: 9 x 4, Lower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11 x 15, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom, 11 x 13, Lower
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 10 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11 x 11, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Hardwood Floor, 13 x 22, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - French Doors, 22 x 22, Lower
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Hardwood Floor, 9 x 14, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 10 x 10, Main
- Den: Den, 18 x 11, Lower
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Neighborhood: Cranbury
- Driving Directions: Newtown Ave. to Deerwood Manor to Deerwood Ct to Dorset Road
School Information
- Elementary School: Wolfpit
- Middle School: Nathan Hale
- High School: Norwalk
Community
- Community Name: Cranbury
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Split Level
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 2,462
- Above Ground: 1,257 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 1,205 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
- Zoning: A1
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Treed, Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $383,860
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 240426
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Wende Foreman
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Schools
Schools serving 8 Dorset Rd
School District:Norwalk School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School One Starlight Drive, Norwalk, CT 06851 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Nathan Hale Middle School 176 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Norwalk High School 23 Calvin Murphy Drive, Norwalk, CT 06851 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8 Dorset Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/18/2026
Listed
$835,000
124.46%
MLS
7/27/2001
Sold
$372,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 8 Dorset Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,192
2%
$383,860
—
2023
$9,056
28%
$383,860
36%
2023
$7,083
2%
$281,490
—
2022
$6,951
-5%
$281,490
—
2021
$7,333
8%
$281,490
—
2020
$6,766
3%
$281,490
—
2019
$6,577
-12%
$281,490
—
2018
$7,483
4%
$280,660
—
2017
$7,226
-2%
$280,660
-3%
2016
$7,368
3%
$288,950
3%
2015
$7,137
1%
$280,660
—
2014
$7,045
11%
$280,660
-2%
2011
$6,355
—
$286,440
—
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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8 Dorset Road, Norwalk, CT 06851 (MLS# 24159302) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8 Dorset Road is currently listed for $835,000 and was received on March 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 8 Dorset Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Norwalk? You can browse all Norwalk real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

