23 Forest Lawn Avenue
Stamford, Connecticut 06905
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1 | 1
- SqFt
- 1,188
- Acres
- 0.17
- Year Built
- 1926
- Neighborhood
- Mid City
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
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".
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Stamford
- Neighborhood
- Mid City
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1926
- Days on Market
- 1 day
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 1,188 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.17 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage
- Property Taxes
- $7,524 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Stamford Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
73
89 under contract
Median List Price
$1.15M
73 active listings
Median Closed Price
$977,000
562 sales
Median Days on Market
37
73 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$432
73 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
104.1%
562 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$479,000
vs $1.15M median
58.3% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$403
vs $432 median
6.7% below median
Days on Market
1 day
vs 37 days median
36 days fresher than median
Based on 73 active and 562 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Stamford. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 6, 2026.
Location
23 Forest Lawn Avenue, Stamford, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Sep 3, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$2,475
- Property Taxes$627
- Insurance$160
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Stamford
- Neighborhood
- Mid City
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1926
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,188 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Per Board of Ed
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Appliances
- Oven/RangeRefrigeratorWasher
- Basement
- FullUnfinished
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.17 acres
- Zoning
- R6
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage spaceDetached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Color
- Gray
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Exterior Features
- Porch-EnclosedPorch
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $7,524 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 1
- MLS #
- 24203885
- MLS Status
- Coming Soon
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