NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,128,000 - $1,318,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,174 Sq Ft
$386/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 17, 2024

Last sale price $1,150,000 $362 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,478/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Pool House
  • Deck
  • North Stratfield Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of June 2024

Highest + Best Offers Due on Monday, April 29th by 5:00 PM

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Searight

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0821868 Listed on: 04/23/2024

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Lindsay Violette

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0822759

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,217

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 0.42 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Location

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Wood sign with tulip at front door
  • Assessor Parcel Number 117615

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,217

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Stratfield
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2749
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 425
  • Total Sq Ft: 3174
  • Year Built: 1939
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Medical Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Fabulous Center Hall Colonial with remarkable curb appeal on one of Fairfield's prettiest streets. This 1939 charmer boasts fresh updates, hardwood floors, custom millwork, and oversized windows providing natural light throughout. The gracious room scale and terrific flow make this house feel - and live - much larger than its 2,743 sq.ft. A lush property with sparkling in-ground Gunite pool add up to a dreamy lifestyle at 51 Stoneleigh. The inviting interiors begin with a welcoming foyer flanked by formal dining room and front-to-back living room with fireplace - both with large box bay windows. Bright eat-in kitchen serves up new Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, pantry, center island and glass door to a large deck providing an easy entertaining flow whether grilling, al fresco dining, wine by the fire pit, or s'mores at the outdoor stone fireplace. The spacious family room has a large fireplace, built-in bar and floor-to-ceiling bay window overlooking the park-like property. The adjacent cheerful sun room leads to the fenced-in pool area and lovely pool house with 1/2 bath and kitchenette, bordered by perennial gardens. Upstairs the primary suite accommodates a king-size bed, closets galore and window seat. Primary bath with radiant heat floors, double sinks, shower stall and a balcony overlooking the scenic backyard. Three more sunny bedrooms and tasteful hallway bathroom complete the second floor. A second staircase leads to one of the bedrooms, offering privacy and flexibility for use as office, au pair or guest room. Second floor bonus: 360 sq. ft. unfinished storage room as well as pull down stairs to a full attic with cedar closet. Partially finished basement with TV, bar, refrigerator and wine cellar. New exterior paint in 2023. City water, city sewer, central AC, natural gas, first-floor laundry, invisible pet fence, two-car attached garage - all in a popular Fairfield neighborhood close to amenities. A must-see!
  • Exclusions: Wood sign with tulip at front door
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Park in driveway or on street during Open Houses.
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: First floor powder room, inside closet
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Cabana, Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Slate
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.42
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Zoning: R2
  • Parcel #: 117615

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 12217

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2024
Closed on
Jun 17, 2024
Sold by
Michael Wendi H
Bought by
Bram Ari and Studdert Jacquelyn
Seller's Agent
Cindy Searight
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Lindsay Violette
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,079,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$71,000
6.58%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$1,225,195

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,195
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.50%
Original Mortgage
$766,000
Outstanding Balance
$755,274
Interest Rate
7.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$469,921

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 1999
Sold by
Rindlisbacher Rolf M and Rindlisbacher Marilyn
Bought by
Michael Gregory J and Michael Wendi H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 1991
Sold by
Simms Frank A and Simms Terry T
Bought by
Rindlisbacher Rolf M and Rindlisbacher M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1988
Sold by
Merrill Lynch Rlty
Bought by
Simms Frank A
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
Bram Ari $1,150,000 None Available
Bram Ari $1,150,000 None Available
Bram Ari $1,150,000 None Available
Michael Gregory J $470,000 --
Michael Gregory J $470,000 --
Rindlisbacher Rolf M $385,000 --
Simms Frank A $405,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bram Ari $766,000
Closed Bram Ari $766,000
Previous Owner Simms Frank A $50,000
Previous Owner Simms Frank A $487,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/17/2024 06/17/24 Sold $1,150,000 +6.6% $362 / Sq Ft
05/10/2024 05/10/24 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2024 04/25/24 For Sale $1,079,000 -- $340 / 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
2025 $12,619 $444,500 $232,260 $212,240
2024 $12,390 $444,080 $232,260 $211,820
2023 $12,217 $444,080 $232,260 $211,820
2022 $12,097 $444,080 $232,260 $211,820
2021 $11,981 $444,080 $232,260 $211,820
2020 $12,941 $483,070 $253,470 $229,600
2019 $12,941 $483,070 $253,470 $229,600
2018 $12,734 $483,070 $253,470 $229,600
2017 $12,473 $483,070 $253,470 $229,600
2016 $12,294 $483,070 $253,470 $229,600
2015 $11,484 $463,260 $289,030 $174,230
2014 $11,304 $463,260 $289,030 $174,230
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24012371

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000028-000000-000429