$950,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,856 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$512 Per Sq Ft

15% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Attic
  • Osborn Hill Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome home to this charming and spacious University cape set on a corner lot with a generous and fully fenced backyard! Step foot into this wonderful home boasting 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The welcoming entry leads to a beautiful living room with a functioning wood burning fireplace and gorgeous light pouring in from the front windows. A cozy family room offers a second functioning wood burning fireplace overlooking a patio perfect for entertaining. The dining room is made to host friends and family or a space to settle in for a delicious meal. It is situated open to the fantastic kitchen featuring updated quartz countertops, ample space to prep meals, a center island and stainless steel appliances, all overlooking the picturesque backyard. The main floor primary en suite offers a large bedroom with a walk-in closet and generous sized full bathroom. A second full bathroom is also located on the main floor. Upstairs you will enjoy two spacious bedrooms with another full bathroom. The backyard is a dream, framed in stone walls and fully fenced, offering an outdoor shower, ample space to entertain on the patio, a stone area currently set up with a firepit, and room to run and play! Come see this special home in the Fairfield University neighborhood, with easy access to all that downtown Fairfield has to offer including restaurants, shopping, Fairfield Beach access and easy commuting to I-95 and the Metro North. You don't want to miss this unique offering!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Annie Kruger

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0809305 Listed on: 02/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Tanya Sprague

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0756915

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,290

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,856 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Hatchway
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Schools

  • Osborn Hill Elementary School
  • Fairfield Woods Middle School
  • Fairfield Ludlowe High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Beach Access
  • Property is near public transit

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 128445

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,290

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: University
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1856
  • Total Sq Ft: 1856
  • Year Built: 1938
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: North Benson Rd. to Holland Hill Rd. to Smedley Rd.
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1856
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space, Walk-In
  • Basement Description: Full, Hatchway Access, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 133

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Tank Size Unknown
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Osborn Hill
  • Middle School: Fairfield Woods
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: A
  • Parcel #: 128445

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 10290
  • Total Assessed Value: 368830
  • Mil Rate Total: 27.9

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Osborn Hill
  • Middle Jr High School: Fairfield Woods
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Conover Gregory C and Conover Laura A
Bought by
Fuchs Kim M
Seller's Agent
Annie Kruger
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Tanya Sprague
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$121,000
14.6%
Total Days on Market
5
Views
81
Current Estimated Value
$939,994

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,006
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.06%
Original Mortgage
$950,000
Outstanding Balance
$947,010
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
-$6,714

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2018
Closed on
Apr 26, 2018
Sold by
Henrich Edmond R and Henrich Ines E
Bought by
Conover Gregory C and Conover Laura A
Seller's Agent
Tara Hawley
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jeannette Floto
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$592,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,500
-5.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.03%
Original Mortgage
$533,250
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2012
Closed on
Feb 7, 2013
Sold by
Zindell Deborah
Bought by
Henrich Ines
Seller's Agent
Barbara Gruning
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Zoe Bebon
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$592,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,500
-5.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.00%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 1999
Sold by
Chapell Ann B
Bought by
Zindell Deborah T
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $950,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $592,500 --
Warranty Deed $592,500 --
Warranty Deed $592,500 --
Warranty Deed $592,500 --
Warranty Deed $355,000 --
Warranty Deed $355,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $950,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $411,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $524,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $528,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $533,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $950,000 +14.6% $512 / Sq Ft
02/24/2025 02/24/25 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2025 02/19/25 For Sale $829,000 +39.9% $447 / Sq Ft
04/26/2018 04/26/18 Sold $592,500 -1.1% $319 / Sq Ft
03/23/2018 03/23/18 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2018 03/12/18 Price Changed $599,000 -3.2% $323 / Sq Ft
03/05/2018 03/05/18 Price Changed $619,000 -1.6% $334 / Sq Ft
02/28/2018 02/28/18 For Sale $629,000 +6.2% $339 / Sq Ft
02/07/2013 02/07/13 Sold $592,500 -5.2% $205 / Sq Ft
01/08/2013 01/08/13 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2012 10/17/12 For Sale $625,000 -- $216 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,471 $368,830 $239,610 $129,220
2024 $10,290 $368,830 $239,610 $129,220
2023 $10,147 $368,830 $239,610 $129,220
2022 $10,047 $368,830 $239,610 $129,220
2021 $9,951 $368,830 $239,610 $129,220
2020 $10,912 $407,330 $260,050 $147,280
2019 $10,912 $407,330 $260,050 $147,280
2018 $10,737 $407,330 $260,050 $147,280
2017 $10,517 $407,330 $260,050 $147,280
2016 $10,367 $407,330 $260,050 $147,280
2015 $10,157 $409,710 $273,840 $135,870
2014 $9,997 $409,710 $273,840 $135,870
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24074861

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000143-000000-000046