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Last Sold Price
4 beds4,459 sqft$482/sqft
253 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.26 acresLot Size
1948Year Built
$482/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Life's a Beach! Beautifully renovated, expanded & raised (FEMA compliant) beach colonial perfectly sited on a corner lot w/heated saltwater pool, expansive patio & lawn. There's nothing like coming home from the beach, jumping in the pool or a quick rinse in the outdoor shower. It Doesn't Get Better Than This-walk to beach, town, train & schools from one of the most desirable streets that leads right to your beach pathway. This sundrenched home offers over 4,000 sq.ft w/ 4-5 bdrms & tons of multi-flex...Life's a Beach! Beautifully renovated, expanded & raised (FEMA compliant) beach colonial perfectly sited on a corner lot w/heated saltwater pool, expansive patio & lawn. There's nothing like coming home from the beach, jumping in the pool or a quick rinse in the outdoor shower. It Doesn't Get Better Than This-walk to beach, town, train & schools from one of the most desirable streets that leads right to your beach pathway. This sundrenched home offers over 4,000 sq.ft w/ 4-5 bdrms & tons of multi-flex space areas which allows room for all your family & more! This thoughtfully designed floor plan includes an inviting entry, gourmet kit w/custom inset white cabinetry, 48" Wolf stove w/pot filler & Subzero frig, 44" undermount sink & center island which opens to the great rm w/fpl & blt-ins, dining and living rooms w/French door, mudrm & powder rm w/outside door access to pool. 2nd flr features primary bdrm wing w/stunning bathrm, custom blt-ins, walk-in & dbl wall closets, 3 add't bdrms, full bathrm, laundry rm, expansive bonus rm w/staircase to garage access & huge storage rm over garage. 3rd flr includes a media/playrm (potential 5th bed), separate office & tons of storage. So much to enjoy-4th of July fireworks, neighborhood block & firepit parties, Halloween trick or treating. Other special items: custom inset cabinets throughout, irrigation system, 4 zone heating & cooling, abundance of closets, all LED lighting, crown moldings & more. Transferable flood $610/year.
Listing closed: 06/27/2023 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170549456

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,750,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

107.8%

Fairfield, CT

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Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Christi McEldowney

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Property Information for 253 Birch Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $21,279 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Garage Access, Walk-out, Storage
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Beach
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Lot Size: 0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Fairfield Beach to Birch or Beach to Puritan to Birch
  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.137703
  • Longitude: -73.244329
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Bocci Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $21,279
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Deck, Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Salt Water, Vinyl
  • Waterfront Description: Beach, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: With cabinetry, counter & utility sink
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Room Count: 12
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Media Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
Room 5
  • Listing Key: F9D98079483565F3E053D501100AD673
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Island
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 9
  • Listing Key: F9D98079483565F3E053D501100AD673
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Sand
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular, Paved, Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 5042
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: Town does not have updated square footage
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2797
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level Lot, Fence - Full, Fence - Wood
  • Parcel Number: 127506
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4459.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4459.0
  • Zoning: A
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 253 Birch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 27, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514160241

$2,150,000

+5.4% / yr

Jul 3, 2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #246567480

$975,000

+12.0% / yr

Sep 19, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90963818

$288,000

-3.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/27/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514160241

$2,150,000

+5.4% / yr

07/03/2008

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #246567480

$975,000

+12.0% / yr

09/19/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90963818

$288,000

-3.3% / yr

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

Public Records for 253 Birch Road

Taxable ValueLand$474,740Additions$501,480Total$976,220
Tax Record2025$27,715 ($2,310 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,797 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,797 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,280 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated1948ZoningACountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:138 B:112

Schools near 253 Birch 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: 253 Birch Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
$2,150,000
4
4,459
11,325
$265,000
4
1.5
2,888
10,250
$276,000
3
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1,590
9,375
$799,999
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1,806
7,840
$2,100,000
4
2,832
7,840
3
3.5
2,658
10,416

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