131 S Benson Rd

Fairfield, CT 06824

$599,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,295 Sq. Ft.
$182 / Sq. Ft.
3,295
Sq. Ft.
$182
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/17/20
Closed 4/17/20

Description

In town and private! Value! Don't let the outside,which needs paint, fool you. Yes you will need some cash to renovate, but the NEIGHBORHOOD VALUES WARRANT IT! This is not a tear down. It's a treat for your eyes with a million dollar view of the OLD POST ROAD. Great HISTORY? Yes! The 2nd home burned by the British during the Revolution; then rebuilt in 1779. It was also a tavern, w/notable guests. It sits on South Benson Rd and OLD POST RD. It has been in the same family since the 1800s! AMAZING...In town and private! Value! Don't let the outside,which needs paint, fool you. Yes you will need some cash to renovate, but the NEIGHBORHOOD VALUES WARRANT IT! This is not a tear down. It's a treat for your eyes with a million dollar view of the OLD POST ROAD. Great HISTORY? Yes! The 2nd home burned by the British during the Revolution; then rebuilt in 1779. It was also a tavern, w/notable guests. It sits on South Benson Rd and OLD POST RD. It has been in the same family since the 1800s! AMAZING IN TOWN LOT with home with high ceilings, grand rooms, wide plank floors, many built-ins. AMPLE closet space. New 200 amp elec. service. Natural gas to the house. There were 8 fireplaces, 7 are exposed with beautiful mantles. With some repair and/or gas conversion all 8 may be able to be made operational. Finishable, walk up attic. Grand foyer & stairs. Spacious rooms & halls. This home most of features the original flavor of the period. So much history...original glass, doors, flooring, nooks, crannies, fine detail. A history lovers dream! A "blank slate" with many opportunities to incorporate history with the comforts of 2019. Stunning grounds: fully fenced, 0.44 acre yard, with stone columned pergola w/wisteria, rock garden, non-functionial outhouse and well. Lilacs, their aroma and pops of color, surround most of the fencing &lawn. Garage in back. Enclosed porch, tool rooms provide added space for baths, 1st floor MBR or larger EIK, without expanding footprint! No flood ins!
  1. Listed by Sherri A Steeneck • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203)-395-2737 C: (203)-395-2737 sherri@steeneck.net
  2. Listed by Michael Dougherty • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203)-610-2772 C: (203)-610-2772 mikecd1@hotmail.com

Property Details for 131 South Benson Road

Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Dirt Floor, Interior Access, Hatchway Access
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Center
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Unpaved, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 04/17/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 131 South Benson Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170213649
Days on Market263
Taxes$13,311 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1779
Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Higgins Group Real Estate, Sherri A Steeneck; Higgins Group Real Estate, Michael Dougherty

Sold By Keller Williams Prestige Prop., Fiona Porter

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Building Information for 131 South Benson Road

Stories-Year Built1779Building Size-Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,166 SF

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Property Information for 131 South Benson Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: House is on the North-Easterly corner of South Benson Rd and Old Post Road. Take Route 1/Post Rd to South Benson Rd., go to 1st stop sign, house is on left. Turn left and Park on Old Post Rd. Gravel driveway, but easiest to park on street.
  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.146214
  • Longitude: -73.24745
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $13,311
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Patio, Porch-Enclosed
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: washer, no dryer
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Laundry Hookup,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: white
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Gravel
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 6507
  • Handicap Features: Hallways 36+ Inches Wide, Hard/Low Nap Floors
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1779
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3295
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Historic District, Corner Lot, Level Lot, Fence - Full
  • Parcel Number: 128138
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3295.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3295.0
  • Zoning: A
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Public Records for 131 South Benson Road

Taxable ValueLand$337,400Additions$113,540Total$450,940
Tax Record2024$12,802 ($1,067 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt3,295 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,295 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,636 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,005 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1779ZoningACountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:141 B:15

Schools near 131 South Benson Road

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sherman School
Public - K to 5
Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public - 9 to 12
Great Beginnings Montessori School
Private - PK to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Sherman School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

Great Beginnings Montessori School
PrivatePK to 3

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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Listing Courtesy of Higgins Group Real Estate, Sherri A Steeneck; Higgins Group Real Estate, Michael Dougherty

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