$2,500,000
SOLD AUG 5, 2025

685 Fairfield Beach Rd Unit 685 Fairfield, CT 06824

Fairfield Beach Neighborhood
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,866 Sq Ft
1988 Built

Recently Sold

$872 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Waterfront
  • Attic
  • Roger Sherman Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2025

PLEASE SUBMIT HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS BY 5PM ON WEDNESDAY 6/18/25. Welcome to the most coveted view on Fairfield Beach-where sunrise greets you over the Sound, framed perfectly by the Penfield Lighthouse and an endless horizon. Set on an elevated point in the exclusive Burr Court enclave, this 4BR, 3BA direct waterfront home offers panoramic east-facing vistas thanks to staggered lot lines and wide spacing from neighbors. Inside, an open-concept layout seamlessly connects kitchen, dining, and living areas to a glass-walled patio-creating a seamless indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The 3rd-floor primary suite stuns with 13' ceilings, a spa-like bath, fireplace, and a wraparound deck. Ownership in Burr Court, a unique 14-home beachfront association, includes shared beach access, groomed sands, low HOA fees, and a close-knit community with year-round residents. Enjoy walkability to town, parks, train, and top schools-all while soaking in serenity year-round. It's not just a home. It's a lifestyle-refined, rare, and rooted in community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Raney

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0766946 Listed on: 06/07/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Karla Murtaugh

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0766790

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,948

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

HOA Fees

  • $313 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,866 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Covered Deck
  • Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Waterfront
  • Flood Zone Lot

Community Details

  • Association fees include lake/beach access, grounds maintenance, snow removal

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: As per attached addendum
  • Assessor Parcel Number 132636

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,948

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$313 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Beach
  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Single Family Detached
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2866
  • Total Sq Ft: 2866
  • Year Built: 1988
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Exclusions: As per attached addendum
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Reef Rd, left onto Fairfield Beach Rd, Right into Burr Court. Last house at the end on the left, direct waterfront.
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: None
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Wrap Around Deck, Covered Deck, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage Beach Walk to Water Association Required View
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage And Parking: None, Parking Lot, Assigned Parking, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Grounds Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • HOA Fees: 940
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Property Management Type: Unit Owners Association
  • Total Number of Units In Complex: Burr Court

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level Lot Water View
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: A
  • Parcel #: 132636

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Multi Family

  • Total Number Of Units: 14

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 26948

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

Listed on
Jun 7, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Scholhamer Lucas E and Scholhamer Ashley
Bought by
Williams Zachary
Seller's Agent
Cindy Raney
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karla Murtaugh
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,300,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
8.7%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$2,090,983

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$409,017
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-43.80%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,993,706
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$97,277

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2019
Closed on
Aug 24, 2019
Sold by
Passios John T
Bought by
685 Faiefield Beach Road
Seller's Agent
Barbara Bross
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karen Finn
Gatehouse Realty Inc
List Price
$1,999,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$349,000
-17.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.23%
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2019
Closed on
Aug 22, 2019
Sold by
685 Fairfield Beach Road
Bought by
Scholhamer Lucas E and Scholhamer Ashley
Seller's Agent
Barbara Bross
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karen Finn
Gatehouse Realty Inc
List Price
$1,999,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$349,000
-17.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2012
Sold by
Boas Andrew
Bought by
Passios John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2004
Sold by
Connor Joneen
Bought by
Boas Andrew M and Boas Carol L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 1998
Sold by
Smith Dianne S
Bought by
Connor Joneen
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,500,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $1,650,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,650,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $1,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $675,000 --
Warranty Deed $675,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,320,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Sold $2,500,000 +8.7% $872 / Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $2,300,000 +39.4% $803 / Sq Ft
08/27/2019 08/27/19 Sold $1,650,000 -2.9% $576 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/17/2019 07/17/19 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2019 06/24/19 Price Changed $1,699,000 -5.6% $593 / Sq Ft
06/05/2019 06/05/19 Price Changed $1,799,000 -10.0% $628 / Sq Ft
04/22/2019 04/22/19 For Sale $1,999,000 0.0% $697 / Sq Ft
06/16/2015 06/16/15 Rented $8,500 0.0% --
05/17/2015 05/17/15 Under Contract -- -- --
04/21/2015 04/21/15 For Rent $8,500 +21.4% --
10/16/2014 10/16/14 Rented $7,000 -29.3% --
09/16/2014 09/16/14 Under Contract -- -- --
07/26/2014 07/26/14 For Rent $9,900 -- --
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 $26,948 $949,200 $0 $949,200
2024 $26,483 $949,200 $0 $949,200
2023 $26,112 $949,200 $0 $949,200
2022 $25,856 $949,200 $0 $949,200
2021 $25,609 $949,200 $0 $949,200
2020 $26,687 $996,170 $0 $996,170
2019 $26,687 $996,170 $0 $996,170
2018 $26,259 $996,170 $0 $996,170
2017 $25,721 $996,170 $0 $996,170
2016 $25,353 $996,170 $0 $996,170
2015 $24,900 $1,004,430 $0 $1,004,430
2014 $24,508 $1,004,430 $0 $1,004,430
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24102177

SmartMLS

APN: FAIR-000184-000012-000685