Home / Recently Sold / Norwalk
Closed · For Sale
$2,595,000
1 McKinley Street, Norwalk, Connecticut 06853
2 beds 3 baths 2,044 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 2002

About this home

Step into this magical home and be transported to the South of France-Provence in Rowayton! Bathed in natural light, the residence blends refined, understated elegance with intimate yet open living spaces. Throughout the home, French doors open to serene outdoor settings including a koi pond, private sitting areas, and tranquil pebbled gardens. The main house features a beautiful living room with fireplace and soaring two-story ceiling, a charming Provencal-inspired dining room, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen. A 1st floor primary suite offers comfort and convenience, while the 2nd floor loft provides Five Mile River and treetop views along with an additional bedroom and full bath. "The Smithy," originally built in 1775 and completely rebuilt in 2002, is a charming detached structure offering a versatile office or studio space with full bath and its own private patio -perfect for guests, work-from-home, or creative pursuits. A delightful barn/garage features a lattice wall that welcomes natural light and frames views of the garden and wisteria vine. The entire property was thoughtfully designed by Barbara Garfield, celebrated for her distinctive attention to detail. Special features include wrought iron accents, random-width flooring, reclaimed wood and beams from historic barns in Connecticut and the South of France. All in the heart of Rowayton. Walk to shops, restaurants, beach, town dock, tennis, pickleball, library, dog park and train to NYC. Truly a special offering

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$2,595,000
Beds
2
Baths
3
Interior
2,044 sq ft
Lot
0.18 ac
Year Built
2002
MLS #
24157978
ZIP
06853
Days on Market
11
Heat
Electric · Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer Connected
Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway (1-car)
Laundry
Main Level — Bathroom
Flood Zone
Yes

Flood risk: check the FEMA flood map for this address.

Schools

Elementary
Rowayton
Middle / Jr High
Roton
High School
Brien McMahon

Taxes

Property tax
$31,407 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$1,402,600

Interior

Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Fireplaces
1
Total rooms
7

Building & Exterior

Style
Colonial, Cottage
Roof
Wood Shingle
Siding
Wood
Exterior features
Underground Utilities, Shed, Fruit Trees, Barn, Garden Area, Guest House, French Doors
Foundation
Slab
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
B
Lot
Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Waterfront
Beach Rights, Water Community

Listing & sale history

Every time this exact home has come to market in the MLS data this site tracks. Where a sale closed, the recorded sale price is shown; "asking" marks a price the home was listed at rather than what it sold for.

2026-06-15Sold — $2,988,000 asked $2,595,000 (this listing)MLS 24157978

Public record

From the Norwalk assessor's public property record. These figures describe the property as the town has it on file and can differ from the listing — a finished basement or an addition may not be reflected in the assessor's living area.

Year built1775
Living area593 sq ft
Total rooms2
Lot size0.18 acres
Stories1
HeatForced Air
ExteriorWood Shingle
Assessed value$1,402,600
Town appraisal$2,003,710
Last recorded sale2011 — $1,875,000
Listing courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate — Tammy Langalis · (203) 854-5116

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