FSBO in Connecticut: Attorney-Required State
Connecticut requires an attorney at closing — it is an attorney-state. Budget $1,000–$2,500 for a real estate attorney. On a median Connecticut home ($400K–$600K), that's still a fraction of a 5–6% commission ($20,000–$36,000).
Step 1: Price Your Home
Connecticut is a high-value market. Fairfield County (Stamford, Greenwich, Westport) commands premium prices driven by NYC commuters. Hartford and New Haven are more affordable. Use Zillow, Redfin, and CT MLS sold data. Appraisers are available for $400–$600 if you want an independent valuation.
Step 2: MLS Access
Connecticut MLS (CTMLS) is accessible via flat-fee services. Homecoin and ListWithFreedom offer CT listings. Expect $150–$399. MLS is critical for Fairfield County — nearly all buyers use agents.
Step 3: Disclosure
Connecticut requires a Property Condition Disclosure Report under CGS §20-327b. The form covers structural, mechanical, and environmental conditions.
Step 4: Negotiate and Accept
Use your attorney to draft or review the purchase and sale agreement. Connecticut attorneys handle this routinely. Expect a 10-day inspection contingency and 30–45 day closing timeline.
Step 5: Close
Your attorney handles the closing. Connecticut transfer tax: 0.75% on the first $800K, 1.25% above $800K (with a mansion tax above $2.5M). Seller also pays attorney fees and any outstanding property taxes at closing.
Find Connecticut flat-fee MLS services in the Connecticut FSBO guide.