NOT LISTED FOR SALE

215 S Benson Rd Fairfield, CT 06824

Fairfield Beach Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $842,000 - $1,226,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,043 Sq Ft
$504/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2017

Last sale price $740,000 $362 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,720/month

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Property is near public transit
  • Attic
  • Roger Sherman Elementary School Rated A
  • Antique Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2017

PRICED TO SELL!!! Stunning Fairfield Beach jewel-box NOT in the flood zone! Designed by one of Fairfield County's top designers, this home is pure perfection at every turn. A gorgeous sun-drenched kitchen with Carrara marble countertops overlooks the professionally landscaped backyard with slate patio. Serene, oversized master bedroom with ample closets, huge 2nd floor bath with vaulted ceilings and skylight, spacious 3rd floor that can be used as a playroom AND 4th bedroom or office. Two car garage, central A/C, full basement, 2nd floor laundry, plenty of storage. Walk to beach, playground, town, train, Sherman school. $74k in upgrades by current owners, absolutely nothing to do but move in and enjoy life at the beach!

Last Listed By

Kate Cacciatore

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0795041 Listed on: 01/22/2017

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,981

Year Built

  • Built in 1896

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,043 Sq Ft Home
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walkup Attic
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Roger Sherman Elementary School
  • Roger Ludlowe Middle School
  • Ffld Ludlowe High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dining room chandelier, swingset

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,981

Year Built

Built in 1896

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Beach
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Antique
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2043
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1934
  • Total Sq Ft: 2043
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Exclusions: Dining room chandelier, swingset
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3389
  • Directions: Old Post to South Benson
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 215

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • Middle School: Roger Ludlowe
  • High School: Ffld Ludlowe

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1100
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 11981
  • Total Assessed Value: 470750
  • Mil Rate Base: 25.450
  • Mil Rate Total: 25.450
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 127996

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • High School: Ffld Ludlowe

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2018
Sold by
Truitt Thomas R
Bought by
Petringa-Truitt Giancarla
Total Days on Market
85
Current Estimated Value
$1,029,034

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2017
Closed on
Jun 2, 2017
Sold by
Lewis 4Th Miles and Lewis Vanessa
Bought by
Truitt Thomas R and Petringa-Truitt Giancarla
Seller's Agent
Kate Cacciatore
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kate Cacciatore
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$740,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-12.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.02%
Original Mortgage
$518,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2014
Closed on
Jun 2, 2014
Sold by
Kavanaugh Thomas
Bought by
Lewis Miles and Lewis Vanessa
Seller's Agent
Sharon Jaffe
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
John Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$709,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2010
Sold by
Byrne Thomas P and Byrne Julie M
Bought by
Kavanaugh Thomas D and Kavanaugh Megal L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2007
Sold by
Smith Megan V and Mcguinness Jeffrey E
Bought by
Byrne Julie M and Byrne Thomas P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2007
Sold by
Price Ruth G
Bought by
Mcguinness Jeffrey E and Smith Megan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 1993
Sold by
Seavey Jennifer A
Bought by
Price George and Price Ruth G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 1987
Sold by
Keefe Christopher H
Bought by
Runco Richard A

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Petringa-Truitt Giancarla -- --
Petringa-Truitt Giancarla -- --
Truitt Thomas R $740,000 --
Truitt Thomas R $740,000 --
Lewis Miles $700,000 --
Lewis Miles $700,000 --
Kavanaugh Thomas D $605,000 --
Kavanaugh Thomas D $605,000 --
Byrne Julie M $655,000 --
Byrne Julie M $655,000 --
Mcguinness Jeffrey E $640,000 --
Mcguinness Jeffrey E $640,000 --
Price George $234,500 --
Price George $234,500 --
Runco Richard A $279,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bove Giancarla P $427,400
Closed Petringa-Truitt Giancarla $415,000
Previous Owner Runco Richard A $518,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2017 06/01/17 Sold $740,000 +2.1% $362 / Sq Ft
04/17/2017 04/17/17 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2017 03/15/17 Price Changed $725,000 -3.2% $355 / Sq Ft
03/10/2017 03/10/17 Price Changed $749,000 -3.4% $367 / Sq Ft
02/24/2017 02/24/17 Price Changed $775,000 -3.0% $379 / Sq Ft
02/07/2017 02/07/17 Price Changed $799,000 -6.0% $391 / Sq Ft
01/22/2017 01/22/17 For Sale $850,000 +21.4% $416 / Sq Ft
05/30/2014 05/30/14 Sold $700,000 -1.3% $247 / Sq Ft
04/30/2014 04/30/14 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2014 03/05/14 For Sale $709,000 -- $250 / 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
2024 $11,519 $412,860 $264,740 $148,120
2023 $11,358 $412,860 $264,740 $148,120
2022 $11,246 $412,860 $264,740 $148,120
2021 $11,139 $412,860 $264,740 $148,120
2020 $12,611 $470,750 $291,340 $179,410
2019 $12,611 $470,750 $291,340 $179,410
2018 $12,409 $470,750 $291,340 $179,410
2017 $12,155 $470,750 $291,340 $179,410
2016 $11,981 $470,750 $291,340 $179,410
2015 $11,489 $463,470 $337,820 $125,650
2014 $11,309 $463,470 $337,820 $125,650
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kate Cacciatore

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Kate Cacciatore

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (917) 952-1195

    23 in this area

    86 Total Sales

    Kate Cacciatore
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  • Sharon Jaffe

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sharon Jaffe

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (203) 218-1743

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Sharon Jaffe
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  • John Davis

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    John Davis

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99170921

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000139-000000-000330

Connecticut Fairfield County Fairfield 06824 Fairfield Beach

215 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT

Homes for Sale in Fairfield, CT

This home is located at 215 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824 since 22 January 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,029,034, approximately $503 per square foot. This property was built in 1896. 215 S Benson Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Roger Sherman Elementary School, Roger Ludlowe Middle School, and Fairfield Ludlowe High School.

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