1296 Old Academy Road

Closed 12/6/12
Closed 12/6/12
Quintessential Colonial
Sold
Last Sold Price
$950,000
3 beds2,800 sqft$339/sqft
1296 Old Academy Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
Single FamilyProperty Type
2 acresLot Size
1963Year Built
$339/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Majestically sited on one of the highest points of scenic Greenfield Hill, and only a short stroll to the town green, playground and renowned Dogwood Festival, residents enjoy quintessential New England living set amongst period homes, shady lanes and meandering stone walls. This stunning Colonial was renovated to a discriminating standard featuring the highest quality details; new kitchen, new master suite, new family/playroom, too many upgrades to list!Majestically sited on one of the highest points of scenic Greenfield Hill, and only a short stroll to the town green, playground and renowned Dogwood Festival, residents enjoy quintessential New England living set amongst period homes, shady lanes and meandering stone walls. This stunning Colonial was renovated to a discriminating standard featuring the highest quality details; new kitchen, new master suite, new family/playroom, too many upgrades to list!
  • Listed by: Gibbons Group todd@gibbonsgroup.net • William Pitt Sothebys
Listing closed: 12/06/2012 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 99004722

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,000,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

106.8%

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Property Information for 1296 Old Academy Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $16,097 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Liveable Space, Storage, Walk-out
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Greenfield Hill
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Lot Size: 2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: Bronson or Redding to Old Academy
  • Elementary School: Dwight
  • High School: Ffld Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.175568
  • Longitude: -73.297935
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2011-June 2012
  • Property Tax: $16,097
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Patio, Porch, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Sitting Room
  • Room Count: 7
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5A7B0D5BE5CEEDE053D501100A1DCD
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Dining Area,Fireplace,French Doors,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Dining Area,Fireplace,French Doors,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Cedar Closet,Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Cedar Closet,Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Exclusions: LR Sconses, washer and dryer
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4199
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1916
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Some Wetlands, Fence - Stone
  • Parcel Number: 133140
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2800.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2800.0
  • Zoning: AAA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Doors
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Total Unit Count: 0

Property History for 1296 Old Academy Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343392107

$950,000

+1.3% / yr

Nov 1, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #190235699

$865,000

+0.6% / yr

Jul 30, 2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90998042

$845,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #343392107

$950,000

+1.3% / yr

11/01/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #190235699

$865,000

+0.6% / yr

07/30/2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90998042

$845,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1296 Old Academy Road

Taxable ValueLand$330,820Additions$353,010Total$683,830
Tax Record2025$19,414 ($1,618 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt2,709 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,709 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt216 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963Year Renovated1963ZoningAAACountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:221 B:25

Schools near 1296 Old Academy Road

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Dwight Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public - 9 to 12
Fairfield Country Day School
Private - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Dwight Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

Fairfield Country Day School
PrivateK to 9

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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2,800
87,120
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