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$1,450,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,554 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Welcome to the seaside neighborhood of Shippan Point! Hidden along the sparkling shores of Long Island Sound, Shippan Point is one of Connecticut's historical hidden treasures. This beautiful coastal enclave offers timeless charm, scenic beauty, and a vibrant waterfront lifestyle-just minutes from downtown Stamford and a short ride to Manhattan. This Classic Colonial home offers comfort for both entertaining & everyday living. Enter into a welcoming foyer that opens to the formal dining room & a spacious living room with custom built-ins & stunning natural stone fireplace. Continue on to the bright, relaxing, sunlit family room with its own grand brick fireplace; alternate use for this room are an office/library. The chef's kitchen & breakfast nook are ideal for casual gathering - on through the mudroom to the flagstone terrace & built-in firepit; perfect for outdoor gatherings, backyard BBQs, & firepit starlight nights. The screened-in porch with ceiling fan provides a peaceful sanctuary to relax, gather, & make lasting memories. The second level features three generous bedrooms, including a primary suite with en-suite bath and private deck. The third floor offers a retreat for guests, a playroom, or private workspace, complete with its own bathroom. The finished lower level with its wide pine planked floor expands your living space into a rec room, media room, gym, au-pair or in-law suite, with a full bath and laundry.

Full Property Details for 38 Van Rensselaer Ave

General

  • Sold For: $1,450,000
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24131760
  • Added to Site: 104 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • Rooms/Areas: Bonus Room, Mud Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Primary Bath - Hardw, Upper
  • Full Bath: Full Bath, Tub w/Shower, Lower
  • Partial Bath: Main

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Suite: Balcony/Deck, Hardwood Floor, Upper
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Balcony/Deck, Upper

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Breakfast Nook, Eating Space, Pantry, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Loft: Loft, Upper
  • Game room: Yes
  • Game Room: Rec/Play Room - Wide Board Floor, Lower
  • Rec Room: Wide Board Floor, Lower
  • Laundry: Lower Level
  • Other Room 1: Other - Balcony/Deck, Upper

Exterior

  • Color: Grey

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway

Location

  • County: Fairfield
  • Neighborhood: Shippan
  • Driving Directions: must schedule through listing agent

School Information

  • Elementary School: Rogers International
  • Middle School: Rippowam Middle School
  • High School: Stamford

Community

  • Community Name: Shippan

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Attic Fan
  • Heating Type: Gas on Gas, Hot Water, Gas In Street
  • Heating Fuel: Gas In Street
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas, Tank Size Unknown

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water: Public Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Attic: Yes
  • Square Feet: 3,554
  • Above Ground: 3,554 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1920

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.32
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Private
  • Zoning: R10
  • Lot Description: Level Lot

Water Features

  • Water Front Desc.: Beach Rights

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $742,610
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 321883

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Schools serving 38 Van Rensselaer Ave

School District:Stamford School District
NameGradesDistance
Toquam Magnet School
123 Ridgewood Ave., Stamford, CT 06907
K-53.5 mi
Rippowam Middle School
381 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT 06905
6-84 mi
Stamford High School
55 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902
9-122.3 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 38 Van Rensselaer Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/10/2025
Sold
$1,450,000
16%
MLS
10/09/2025
Listed
$1,250,000
—
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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38 Van Rensselaer Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902 (MLS# 24131760) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,450,000 on December 10, 2025. This property was listed by Sarah Freeman from our Greenwich Office.Want to learn more about 38 Van Rensselaer Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Stamford? You can browse all Stamford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.