157 Fern St Fairfield, CT 06824
Fairfield Beach NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,310,643 - $2,486,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,200
Sq Ft
$755/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Access
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Colonial Architecture
- Roger Sherman Elementary School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of September 2019Majestic nantucket style colonial home that captures the ultimate coastal lifestyle in premier beach area location. Sun drenched 5 BR, 4.5 bath home with open concept floor plan featuring soaring 9' ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Large foyer, gourmet kitchen with chef grade appliances, island with granite countertops, butler's pantry that opens into large family room with granite fireplace. Formal dining room, sitting room or second office and powder bath. Private master suite with granite stone gas fireplace, and luxurios marble en-suite bath. Private guest BR with en-suite bath, 2 additionally bedrooms with Jack and Jill bath and separate utility room complete the second level. The third level features an office with built-ins, separate bedroom with built-ins and wine cooler, and large marble bath great for additional guests. Enjoy the backyard oasis with custom stone patios, in-ground pool, pergola and professional landscaping designed for your privacy. Security system, audio system, 4 zone heating/cooling system, irrigation system and 2 car garage are only a few special amenities this home has to offer. Walking distance to beaches, town center, restaurants and train. This home was designed for comfort and enjoyment inside and out. FEMA compliant. Listing Agent related to Sellers.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Higgins Group Real Estate License #RES.0807902 Listed on: 01/04/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,139
Year Built
- Built in 2008
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Cedar Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,200 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Sound System
- Ceiling Fan
- 2 Fireplaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Storage In Attic
- Finished Attic
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Fiberglass Pool
- Pool Tile
- Fiberglass Spa
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Public Water Access
- Walking Distance to Water
- Balcony
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Location
- Flood Zone Lot
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a bus stop
- Property is near a golf course
Schools
- Roger Sherman Elementary School
- Roger Ludlowe Middle School
- Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Public Transportation
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 4, 2019
Closed on
Sep 9, 2019
Sold by
Pitts David M and Pitts Danielle M
Bought by
Grande Matthew S
Seller's Agent
Linda Stone
Higgins Group Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carolyn Joseph
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,410,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$90,000
-6%
Total Days on Market
211
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,005,411
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.81%
Original Mortgage
$1,057,500
Outstanding Balance
$936,141
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,479,270
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2015
Closed on
Sep 30, 2015
Sold by
Soloway Joshua and Soloway Shari
Bought by
Bass Wendy
Seller's Agent
Barbara Babcock
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Richard Wood
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.08%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.07%
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2015
Closed on
Sep 29, 2015
Sold by
Bass Wendy
Bought by
Pitts Danielle and Pitts David
Seller's Agent
Barbara Babcock
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Richard Wood
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.08%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2013
Closed on
Aug 21, 2013
Sold by
Oconnor Sarah
Bought by
Bass Wendy
Seller's Agent
Sara Fowler
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Babcock
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$1,385,000
Sold Price
$1,220,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-11.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2010
Sold by
157 Fsf Llc
Bought by
Oconnor Jonathan M and Oconnor Sarah D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 9, 2008
Sold by
Est Manning Joan and Cook Bradford E
Bought by
157 Fsf Llc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grande Matthew S | $1,410,000 | -- | |
| Grande Matthew S | $1,410,000 | -- | |
| Bass Wendy | $775,000 | -- | |
| Bass Wendy | $775,000 | -- | |
| Pitts Danielle | -- | -- | |
| Pitts Danielle | -- | -- | |
| Bass Wendy | -- | -- | |
| Bass Wendy | -- | -- | |
| Bass Wendy | -- | -- | |
| Oconnor Jonathan M | $1,260,000 | -- | |
| Oconnor Jonathan M | $1,260,000 | -- | |
| 157 Fsf Llc | $545,000 | -- | |
| 157 Fsf Llc | $545,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Grande Matthew S | $350,000 | |
| Open | Grande Matthew S | $1,057,500 | |
| Closed | Grande Matthew S | $1,057,500 | |
| Previous Owner | 157 Fsf Llc | $1,040,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2019 09/16/19 | Sold | $1,410,000 | -4.4% | $441 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2019 08/03/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2019 05/28/19 | Price Changed | $1,475,000 | -1.7% | $461 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2019 01/04/19 | For Sale | $1,500,000 | +15.4% | $469 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2015 09/29/15 | Sold | $1,300,000 | -7.1% | $442 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2015 08/30/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2015 05/05/15 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | +14.7% | $476 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2013 08/20/13 | Sold | $1,220,000 | -11.9% | $415 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2013 07/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/06/2013 03/06/13 | For Sale | $1,385,000 | -- | $471 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,092 | $935,200 | $444,080 | $491,120 |
| 2023 | $25,727 | $935,200 | $444,080 | $491,120 |
| 2022 | $25,475 | $935,200 | $444,080 | $491,120 |
| 2021 | $25,232 | $935,200 | $444,080 | $491,120 |
| 2020 | $23,139 | $863,730 | $375,970 | $487,760 |
| 2019 | $23,139 | $863,730 | $375,970 | $487,760 |
| 2018 | $22,585 | $856,800 | $375,970 | $480,830 |
| 2017 | $22,123 | $856,800 | $375,970 | $480,830 |
| 2016 | $21,806 | $856,800 | $375,970 | $480,830 |
| 2015 | $22,750 | $917,700 | $441,000 | $476,700 |
| 2014 | $22,392 | $917,700 | $441,000 | $476,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda Stone
Seller's Agent in 2019
Linda Stone
Higgins Group Real Estate
(203) 522-9939
2 Total Sales
-
Julie Vanderblue
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Julie Vanderblue
Higgins Group Real Estate
(475) 471-0636
13 in this area
295 Total Sales
-
Carolyn Joseph
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Carolyn Joseph
Coldwell Banker Realty
(203) 913-7561
1 Total Sale
-
Barbara Babcock
Seller's Agent in 2015
Barbara Babcock
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
(203) 246-6300
2 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Richard Wood
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
Sara Fowler
Seller's Agent in 2013
Sara Fowler
Coldwell Banker Realty
(203) 545-5567
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170152446
APN: FAIR-000139-000000-000164
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