453 East Putnam Avenue, Cos Cob, $540,000.

The owner maintains a lovely garden in front and in back of the unit.

Gardener's delight with sunny front patio and rear deck with lovely views of lawn and hillside. This centrally-located, spacious, bright, mint-condition, quiet, one-level condominium features great privacy as a corner unit and convenience with two garage spaces near the elevator. Many extras including an eat-in kitchen, gas fireplace and floor-to-ceiling mirrored wall. Common charges $344.00/Mo. Taxes $3,452 per year.