97 Riverside Ave, Riverside, CT 06878

Rare opportunity in Riverside. Set on .42 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with an in-ground pool, this exceptional 3,500 SF home offers timeless elegance, expansive living space, and incredible potential. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths, the home can be expanded to approximately 5,700 SF, plus an additional 1,200+ SF lower level ready to be finished. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home showcases hardwood floors throughout, a chef's kitchen with Thermador appliances, marble countertops, center island, wine refrigerator, and sunny breakfast room opening to a stunning great room with coffered beam ceilings, built-ins, and fireplace. Additional main level highlights include a library, formal living room with fireplace, elegant dining room, and extensive butler's pantry with second dishwasher. Outdoor spaces are equally inviting, with a deck overlooking the private backyard and a charming wisteria-draped side porch creating the perfect entertaining oasis. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a marble spa bath with oversized shower and double vanities, along with two more bedrooms and full bath. An easy expansion opportunity exists to add 2-3 additional bedrooms above the first-floor addition. Walk-up attic provides even more flexibility and storage.