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3 beds1,458 sqft

26 Lighthouse Point, Fairfield, CT 06824

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.17 acresLot Size
1903Year Built
$412/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This adorable historic cottage, known as "Gray Gull", offers one of the largest private beachfronts and expansive views of Long Island Sound in Fairfield. Wake up to spectacular sunrises, sip coffee from your covered beachfront porch; kayak, swim, sail and fish just out your front door. Soak up the sun and amazing views of the historic Penfield Lighthouse and Penfield Reef. Protected by two jetties and a living sand dune, Gray Gull cottage can weather any storm. Other unique features include an exposed...This adorable historic cottage, known as "Gray Gull", offers one of the largest private beachfronts and expansive views of Long Island Sound in Fairfield. Wake up to spectacular sunrises, sip coffee from your covered beachfront porch; kayak, swim, sail and fish just out your front door. Soak up the sun and amazing views of the historic Penfield Lighthouse and Penfield Reef. Protected by two jetties and a living sand dune, Gray Gull cottage can weather any storm. Other unique features include an exposed brick fireplace, a spacious master bedroom with cathedral ceiling, original wide plank hardwood floors and a sizable backyard. New stove, dishwasher, dryer, and hot water heater. Seller is waiting for your offer!
  • Listed by: Alyssa Israel 203.685.5835 alIsrael@sbcglobal.net • Realty By Design
Listing closed: 10/25/2019 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170193797
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Median sold price

$610,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

104.2%

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Location

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Sold By CRT Property Services, LLC, Julie A Ganim

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Property Information for 26 Lighthouse Point

Property Details

  • Taxes: $16,947 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Garages Number: 0
  • Neighborhood: Beach
  • Style: Cottage
  • Garage Parking Info: Tandem, Off Street Parking
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1903
  • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: At the end of Reef Road take a right onto Fairfield Beach Road. Take an immediate left onto Lighthouse Point. Just past the gray house on left, park along the white fence. Walk up path along the blue house to Gray Gull cottage.
  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.12814
  • Longitude: -73.24278
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Bocci Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: $232
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $16,947
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Sidewalk
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach Rights, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Floored, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 7
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Breakfast Nook,Built-In Hutch,L-Shaped,Skylight
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Skylight,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Skylight
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling,Ceiling Fan,Skylight,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Skylight,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 23.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 8.5
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Skylight,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 8.5

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Gray
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Shared
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Cedar, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Piling
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 1914
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1458
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, In Flood Zone, Secluded, Water View, Fence - Privacy
  • Parcel Number: 132679
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1458.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1458.0
  • Zoning: B1
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Doors
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Estimated Annual Heat Cost: 1350
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 26 Lighthouse Point

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 29, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #661284883

$600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/29/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #661284883

$600,000

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

Public Records for 26 Lighthouse Point

Taxable Value

Land

$466,900

Additions

$443,100
Total$910,000

Tax Record

2025

$25,835 ($2,153 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

4

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,848 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,848 SqFt

Stories

3

Lot Size

8,680 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

2020

Year Renovated

2020

Zoning

BD

County

GREATER BRIDGEPORT

APN

FFLD M:184 B:20-A

Schools near 26 Lighthouse Point

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

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

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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