$305,000
SOLD MAR 18, 2025

42 Fairview St Portland, CT 06480

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,307 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$233 Per Sq Ft

36% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Baseboard Heating

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to 42 Fairview St, a classic Cape-style home filled with character and opportunity. With three bedrooms, one and a half baths, and 1,307 square feet, this home is ready for its next chapter. Step inside to find a bright dining room to the left, leading into a functional kitchen ready for your personal touch. To the right, the cozy living room features a charming fireplace, perfect for New England winters. Off the living room, French doors open to a three-season porch, an ideal spot to unwind with a morning coffee or evening breeze. A half bath completes the main floor for added convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three well-sized bedrooms and a full bath, offering comfortable living space. The basement provides ample storage, while the attached garage and backyard shed add even more utility. The level, partially fenced backyard is perfect for gatherings, gardening, or play-plus, there's plenty of parking in the driveway and backyard. This home needs a little TLC, but with the right vision, it can truly shine. Highest & Best by Monday morning at 9am.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Mermelstein

eXp Realty License #RES.0811095 Listed on: 02/13/2025

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Robyn Letourneau

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0812297

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,699

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R15

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,307 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1033488

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,699

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1307
  • Total Sq Ft: 1307
  • Year Built: 1936
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1307
  • Street Type: Street
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 42

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.28
  • Lot Description: N/A
  • Zoning: R15
  • Parcel #: 1033488

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 4699
  • Total Assessed Value: 136990
  • Mil Rate Total: 34.3

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Mar 18, 2025
Sold by
Baber June E
Bought by
Pawlak Emma and Dorsey Joshua
Seller's Agent
Mark Mermelstein
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robyn Letourneau
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
35.56%
Views
136
Current Estimated Value
$290,749

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,251
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.74%
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Outstanding Balance
$243,798
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$46,951
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 $305,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $305,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $244,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $244,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $31,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Sold $305,000 +35.6% $233 / Sq Ft
02/18/2025 02/18/25 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2025 02/13/25 For Sale $225,000 -- $172 / 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 $4,699 $136,990 $51,520 $85,470
2023 $4,447 $136,990 $51,520 $85,470
2022 $4,444 $136,990 $51,520 $85,470
2021 $9,947 $109,970 $46,830 $63,140
2020 $3,781 $109,970 $46,830 $63,140
2019 $3,718 $109,970 $46,830 $63,140
2018 $9,635 $109,970 $46,830 $63,140
2017 $8,241 $109,970 $46,830 $63,140
2016 $3,541 $108,920 $50,190 $58,730
2015 $3,522 $108,920 $50,190 $58,730
2014 $3,461 $108,920 $50,190 $58,730
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24074441

SmartMLS

APN: PORT-000029-000000-000136