
490 Castle Ave Fairfield, CT 06825
Tunxis Hill NeighborhoodHighlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- No HOA
- Mckinley Elementary School Rated A-
- Attic
- Home Gym
About This Home
As of September 2023Perfect home for large family in ideal location wherever you need to commute. Roomy and bright entertainment room with charming wood burning stove leads to formal dining room that can easily be joined together. Spacious eat-in kitchen with plenty of room for kids homework/crafts station and ample storage space. First floor bedroom*(not included on field card) can be used as office or playroom. Full, finished basement with workout room, workshop, laundry, additional storage and walkout to yard. Second floor boasts three large, sunny bedrooms and full bath. Sizable master "suite" features full bathroom, walk-in closet and additional room which can be ideal nursery, dressing room or off bedroom office. Hardwood floors throughout, owners have taken immaculate care of this home. Solar panels keep electric bills low. Situated within .5 mile of new Metro-North station, Gould Manor Park and close to Whole Foods, church and other amenities. Large one car garage with long driveway/space other vehicles. Must see to believe, incredible opportunity to buy turn-key house with easy flow and bonus rooms. Everyone gets an office or playrooms. Sold as is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0190587 Listed on: 12/02/2020

Last Buyer's Agent
Christian Cardozo
YellowBrick Real Estate LLC License #RES.0815717

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,200
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,843 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Home Gym
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Range Hood
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Private Driveway
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Water Heater
- Heating system powered by active solar
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a bus stop
Schools
- Mckinley Elementary School
- Tomlinson Middle School
- Fairfield Warde High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Public Transportation
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Freezer on lower level and dinning room chandelier
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $525,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $525,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $400,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $400,000 | None Available | |
Executors Deed | $313,800 | -- | |
Executors Deed | $313,800 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $472,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Closed | $472,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $407,998 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Previous Owner | $392,755 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $244,900 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $251,040 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/19/2023 09/19/23 | Sold | $525,000 | +5.2% | $285 / Sq Ft |
08/01/2023 08/01/23 | Price Changed | $499,000 | -7.4% | $271 / Sq Ft |
07/18/2023 07/18/23 | For Sale | $539,000 | +34.8% | $292 / Sq Ft |
01/25/2021 01/25/21 | Sold | $400,000 | -3.6% | $217 / Sq Ft |
12/26/2020 12/26/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
12/02/2020 12/02/20 | For Sale | $415,000 | -- | $225 / Sq Ft |
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $8,734 | $307,650 | $167,580 | $140,070 |
2024 | $8,583 | $307,650 | $167,580 | $140,070 |
2023 | $8,411 | $305,760 | $167,580 | $138,180 |
2022 | $8,329 | $305,760 | $167,580 | $138,180 |
2021 | $6,937 | $257,110 | $167,580 | $89,530 |
2020 | $6,200 | $231,420 | $139,650 | $91,770 |
2019 | $6,200 | $231,420 | $139,650 | $91,770 |
2018 | $6,100 | $231,420 | $139,650 | $91,770 |
2017 | $5,975 | $231,420 | $139,650 | $91,770 |
2016 | $5,890 | $231,420 | $139,650 | $91,770 |
2015 | $5,659 | $228,270 | $148,120 | $80,150 |
2014 | $5,570 | $228,270 | $148,120 | $80,150 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2023
Sarah Pritchard
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 414-5571
5 in this area
123 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Martha Gomez
MG Team Realty
(877) 855-6949
2 in this area
63 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Phyllis Doonan
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 363-7142
1 in this area
70 Total Sales
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A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Anita Ambrose
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 583-6992
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
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C
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Christian Cardozo
YellowBrick Real Estate LLC
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170358578

APN: FAIR-000079-000000-000301
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