When it comes to selling your home, online estimates on sites like Zillow, Redfin, or Realtor.com can be a helpful starting point — but they often miss the mark. That’s exactly what happened with our latest sale at 10 Twin Ledge Road in Norwalk, Connecticut, where the final result beat every prediction by a wide margin.
Let’s break it down.
The online estimates:
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Zillow: $791,000
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Redfin: $884,910
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Realtor.com: $934,000
We listed the property for $825,000, received multiple offers within just four days, and closed for $968,000. That’s $140,000 over asking and a full 22% higher than Zillow’s estimate — an incredible outcome that proves one key point: algorithms can’t replace local market expertise.
Online platforms use automated data models to predict home values based on recent sales and general market trends. What they can’t do is walk through your home, feel the upgrades you’ve made, understand the flow of natural light in your kitchen, or recognize how rare your property’s layout might be in your neighborhood.
At 10 Twin Ledge Road, the sellers had taken great care of their home, investing in thoughtful updates that made a big difference to today’s buyers. Combine that with strategic pricing, strong marketing, and expert negotiation — and the result speaks for itself.
This sale is a perfect reminder that your home’s true value isn’t determined by a website. It’s determined by how it shows, how it’s positioned in the market, and how effectively your Realtor can connect it with the right buyers.
If you’re curious what your Fairfield County home is actually worth in today’s market, skip the online estimate. Talk to someone who knows Norwalk, Rowayton, Westport, Stamford, Wilton and the surrounding communities inside and out.
Because sometimes, the real number might just surprise you.
Whether you’re curious about your home’s current value or planning your next move, I’d love to help you cut through the noise and get real results.
Reach out anytime to talk about your goals and what’s possible in today’s market.
📞 Joe Balestriere, Realtor®
📲 Call/Text: 203-216-0670
