NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $820,000 - $1,467,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,114 Sq Ft
$533/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 14, 2021

Last sale price $905,000 $428 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,804/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Roger Sherman Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit, shops, and bus stop
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2021

Welcome to this charming Colonial within a short walk to the beautiful Beach, a wonderful playground,Metro North and downtown Fairfield. Imagine starting your day with a stroll along the sandy shore or birding along Ash Creek. These unique experiences can be yours when you live at 265 South Benson Rd. The house is embraced by gardens that will delight you throughout the year. The broad front steps are a perfect perch for a morning cup of coffee. Upon entering the foyer, you immediately notice the charm of this four bedroom, two full and one half bath turn-key colonial; large windows allowing for plenty of natural light; hardwood floors and beautiful craftsmanship around the doorframes and windows and stained glass around the craftsman front door. To your right is a spacious Living Room with high ceilings, for gatherings or quiet time. The open floor plan leads to the comfortable Dining Room suitable for all occasions, a half bathroom and an eat in kitchen with granite countertops and custom maple cabinets. The kitchen overlooks an open back backyard which includes a blue stone patio for outdoor dining and entertaining, and a large two car garage with loft space for additional storage or potential loft expansion. The second floor has a large, light-filled master bedroom with its own full bathroom and three additional bedrooms and another full Bathroom. There is a large attic for storage and a full finished basement with a generously size playroom. Your home is complete .

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Walsh

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0792938 Listed on: 02/10/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Turner

Property Choices Real Estate License #RES.0693336

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,928

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Private Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit, shops, and bus stop

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,928

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Beach
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1789
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1789
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 325
  • Total Sq Ft: 2114
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Welcome to this charming Colonial within a short walk to the beautiful Beach, a wonderful playground, nature trails, the town marina, Metro North and downtown Fairfield. Imagine starting your day with a stroll along the sandy shore or birding along Ash Cr
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3058
  • Directions: Post Rd North, turn right on South Benson Rd. Home is on the right before Eleanor Terrace.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Heated, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: side by side washer dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Shake, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Paved, On Street Parking
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Gas on Gas, Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1600
  • Lot Description: In Flood Zone, Dry, Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 12928
  • Mil Rate Base: 26.790
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 127991

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2024
Sold by
Nancy S Lothrop Ret and Lothrop
Bought by
Tilstone Lisa C
Current Estimated Value
$1,126,881

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Outstanding Balance
$552,660
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$574,221

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2021
Closed on
Apr 7, 2021
Sold by
Harold Sarah E
Bought by
Nancy S Lothrop Ret and Lothrop
Seller's Agent
Julie Walsh
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Turner
Property Choices Real Estate
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$905,000
Premium/Discount to List
$56,000
6.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2014
Sold by
Harold William
Bought by
Harold Sarah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,500
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1993
Sold by
Hellgren Joan C and Hellgren Sture B
Bought by
Harold William J and Harold Sarah E
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tilstone Lisa C $800,000 None Available
Tilstone Lisa C $800,000 None Available
Tilstone Lisa C $800,000 None Available
Nancy S Lothrop Ret $905,000 None Available
Nancy S Lothrop Ret $905,000 None Available
Nancy S Lothrop Ret $905,000 None Available
Harold Sarah -- --
Harold William J $162,000 --
Harold Sarah -- --
Harold William J $162,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tilstone Lisa C $560,000
Closed Tilstone Lisa C $560,000
Previous Owner Harold William J $250,500
Previous Owner Harold William J $268,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/14/2021 04/14/21 Sold $905,000 +6.6% $428 / Sq Ft
03/09/2021 03/09/21 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2021 02/12/21 For Sale $849,000 0.0% $402 / Sq Ft
06/29/2020 06/29/20 Rented $8,611 +19.6% --
06/23/2020 06/23/20 Under Contract -- -- --
06/15/2020 06/15/20 For Rent $7,200 -- --
Source: SmartMLS

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 $12,198 $429,660 $279,790 $149,870
2024 $11,988 $429,660 $279,790 $149,870
2023 $11,820 $429,660 $279,790 $149,870
2022 $11,704 $429,660 $279,790 $149,870
2021 $11,592 $429,660 $279,790 $149,870
2020 $12,928 $482,580 $307,860 $174,720
2019 $12,928 $482,580 $307,860 $174,720
2018 $12,721 $482,580 $307,860 $174,720
2017 $12,460 $482,580 $307,860 $174,720
2016 $12,253 $481,460 $307,860 $173,600
2015 $12,340 $497,770 $352,800 $144,970
2014 $12,146 $497,770 $352,800 $144,970
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170368247

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000139-000000-000325

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