23 Forest Lawn Avenue, Stamford, Connecticut 06905

About this home

HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DEADLINE IS SUNDAY at 3PM! Opportunity Knocks! Offered for the first time in over 50 years, this charming property presents a rare opportunity in the heart of Downtown Stamford. Ideally located within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and all that vibrant downtown living has to offer, the home is tucked away on a quiet dead-end street for a peaceful residential setting. Zoned for multifamily use, the property offers exciting possibilities for investors, developers, or buyers looking to create a unique single-family residence. Vintage character and period details remain throughout, including hardwood floors, while natural gas and a flat, deep lot add to the property's potential. The home is in need of TLC and offers a wonderful canvas for bringing your vision into the 21st century. Whether you're looking to restore its original charm, create a beautiful single-family home, or explore its investment potential, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Bring your ideas and imagination-this property is ready for its next chapter! House is being sold "AS IS".

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What it would cost per month

An estimate you can adjust — not a quote, and not an offer of credit. Principal and interest only, plus the taxes and HOA already on this listing. Insurance, PMI and closing costs are not included. Rate seeded at 6.5% (August 2026); change it to whatever your lender quotes.

What's nearby

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Recent comparable sales

The 5 closest recent sales to this home, nearest match first — same building where possible, then the surrounding streets, widening only when there is nothing closer. These are recorded sale prices from the MLS, not estimates. No automated valuation is shown, because what a home is worth depends on condition, layout and timing that a formula cannot see — call John at 203·883·3399 to read them properly against this home.

5 comparable sales — median $669,000, ranging $650,000 to $725,000.

Within a 15-minute walk, sold in the last year
• 22 Camore Street3 bd · 1 ba · 1,176 sq ft · 0.7 mi away
  $685,000$582/sq ft2026-06-30
• 28 Camore Street3 bd · 2 ba · 1,407 sq ft · 0.7 mi away
  $725,000$515/sq ft2026-05-15
Within about a mile and a half, sold in the last 2 years
• 6 Richards Avenue3 bd · 1 ba · 1,502 sq ft · 0.1 mi away
  $650,000$432/sq ft2025-03-25
• 19 Riverside Avenue3 bd · 2 ba · 1,504 sq ft · 0.2 mi away
  $669,000$444/sq ft2025-11-21
• 36 Old Barn Road South4 bd · 2 ba · 1,491 sq ft · 0.3 mi away
  $650,000$435/sq ft2026-01-07

Public record

From the Stamford 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.

More homes in Stamford

Closest in price to this one.

• 31 Hamilton Avenue2 bed · 1 bath · 1,160 sq ft$515,000
• 96 Brookside Drive2 bed · 1 bath · 936 sq ft$529,000
• 116 Snow Crystal Lane3 bed · 1 bath · 1,072 sq ft$539,900
• 28 Houston Terrace3 bed · 1 bath · 1,186 sq ft$549,999
• 9 Penzance Road2 bed · 1 bath · 1,380 sq ft$395,000
• 35 Faucett Street3 bed · 2 bath · 2,107 sq ft$575,000

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