Last Sold Price
5 beds3,732 sqft$421/sqft
205 Beach Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Description

Stunning classic colonial located at the heart of the historic Old Post Road. Incredible in-town location, walk to train, restaurants and beach. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Fairfield History. " The Stephen Fowler House " has been beautifully restored and renovated with quality modern amenities-move in condition. This charming home welcomes you from the moment you walk into the foyer. This magnificent home offers a large gourmet Kitchen w/an expansive chestnut wood center island & high end...Stunning classic colonial located at the heart of the historic Old Post Road. Incredible in-town location, walk to train, restaurants and beach. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Fairfield History. " The Stephen Fowler House " has been beautifully restored and renovated with quality modern amenities-move in condition. This charming home welcomes you from the moment you walk into the foyer. This magnificent home offers a large gourmet Kitchen w/an expansive chestnut wood center island & high end stainless steel appliances including 2 dishwashers. Adjacent is the FR w/a butlers pantry that boasts an onyx counter top, copper sink, floor to ceiling wine refrigerator & fireplace. Mudroom & Kitchen have soapstone heated floors. The outside steps are both snow & ice resistant. Second level offers a lovely Master Suite with calacatta marble spa bathroom w/heated flrs, whirlpool tub & a steam shower. There are 3 add'l large bedrooms with full marble baths. Throughout the house there are 7 fireplaces, 9 foot ceilings unique original light fixtures and hardwood floors. Third floor bedroom/family room with full marble bath. So many amazing details included in this special house. Beautifully landscaped property surrounded by fieldstone walls and a white picket fence. Lovely covered porch. New, large inground gunite heated salt water pool surrounded by bluestone patio with built-in grill on stone terrace. Not in flood zone- no flood insurance needed.
LISTING CLOSED: 09/12/2018 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Richard Higgins • Higgins Group Bedford Square
    P: (203) 520-6778 C: (203) 520-6778 rick@higginsgroup.com
  2. Listed by Adele Higgins • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203) 254-9000 adelehiggins77@gmail.com

Property Details for 205 Beach Road

Status
MLS #
170065709
Days on Market
82
Taxes
$27,396 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1779
Lot Size
0.57 AC / 24,829 SF
Basement Description
Full, Hatchway Access, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
Beach
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,738,000

Avg days on market

49

Sale-to-list ratio

99.5%

[Fairfield, CT]

9 comparable properties found

1

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Sold 02/14/25

5
Bedrooms
5.5
Bathrooms
3,528
Square Feet
0.24
Acres
$2,250,000 | 127 Paul Place, Fairfield, CT 06824
2

$2,250,000

Sold 03/31/26

5
Bedrooms
3,940
Square Feet
0.15
Acres
$2,400,000 | 733 South Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
3

$2,400,000

Sold 04/15/25

5
Bedrooms
3,660
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
$1,250,000 | 76 Walbin Court, Fairfield, CT 06824
4

$1,250,000

Sold 01/06/25

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Bedrooms
4,579
Square Feet
0.24
Acres
$1,738,000 | 706 Judd Street, Fairfield, CT 06824
5

$1,738,000

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5
Bedrooms
4,150
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$1,800,000 | 91 Open Gate Lane, Fairfield, CT 06890
6

$1,800,000

Sold 08/08/25

5
Bedrooms
4,709
Square Feet
1.41
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
7

$1,550,000

Sold 01/23/26

5
Bedrooms
3,159
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
$1,682,000 | 341 Crestwood Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
8

$1,682,000

Sold 03/09/26

5
Bedrooms
3,797
Square Feet
0.51
Acres
$1,790,000 | 41 Abbey Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
9

$1,790,000

Sold 12/20/24

5
Bedrooms
3,877
Square Feet
0.22
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Higgins Group Bedford Square, Richard Higgins; Higgins Group Real Estate, Adele Higgins

Sold By Higgins Group Bedford Square, Richard Higgins

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Building Information for 205 Beach Road

Stories-Year Built1779Building Size-Lot Size0.57 AC / 24,829 SF

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$10,263 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,980

Property Taxes

$2,283

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 205 Beach Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Corner of Old Post Road and Beach Road
  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.143353
  • Longitude: -73.249405
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $27,396
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Grill, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Terrace
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Salt Water, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Beach, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished, Heated
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Cedar Closet,Full Bath,Marble Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Island
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Wet Bar
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Marble Floor,Steam/Sauna,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Marble Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Marble Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Marble Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 7551
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1779
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3732
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level Lot, Fence - Stone, Fence - Wood
  • Parcel Number: 128068
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3732.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3732.0
  • Zoning: R3
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 205 Beach Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 26, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #631688293

$1,570,000

-4.0% / yr

Jul 25, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #250158404

$2,350,000

+13.9% / yr

Nov 8, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #153926924

$1,450,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #631688293

$1,570,000

-4.0% / yr

07/25/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #250158404

$2,350,000

+13.9% / yr

11/08/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #153926924

$1,450,000

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

Public Records for 205 Beach Road

Taxable ValueLand$489,790Additions$420,560Total$910,350
Tax Record2025$25,845 ($2,154 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,720 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,914 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,829 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1779Year Renovated1779ZoningR3CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:139 B:400

Schools near 205 Beach Road

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 205 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
$1,570,000
5
3,732
24,829
$1,000,000
6
3,560
39,204
5
3.5
2,732
9,148
$1,642,000
6
5,826
34,412
4
3.5
3,040
31,799
$345,000
5
4.5
5,136
20,038

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Listing Courtesy of Higgins Group Bedford Square, Richard Higgins; Higgins Group Real Estate, Adele Higgins

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