Last Sold Price
4 beds1,446 sqft$418/sqft
261 Colony St, Fairfield, CT 06824

Description

Welcome to 261 Colony Street. Ideally located for convenient Fairfield living, this home offers a flexible layout and room to grow. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath, along with an updated, eat-in kitchen that flows into the dining area and living room. The screened-in porch-perfect for morning coffee or quiet evenings. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedroom and there's also an extra landing space perfect to add a second bathroom. The partially finished lower level offers extra...Welcome to 261 Colony Street. Ideally located for convenient Fairfield living, this home offers a flexible layout and room to grow. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath, along with an updated, eat-in kitchen that flows into the dining area and living room. The screened-in porch-perfect for morning coffee or quiet evenings. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedroom and there's also an extra landing space perfect to add a second bathroom. The partially finished lower level offers extra living space for a recreation room, gym, or media area, plus laundry and storage. Centrally located and just minutes away from Fairfield University, the train station, beaches, restaurants, and highways, this home is in a location that makes everyday living easy. With the recent updates already in place and plenty of potential for personal touches, 261 Colony Street is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy convenient living.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/01/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Christine Howard • William Raveis Real Estate
    P: (646)-239-5676 C: (646)-239-5676 christine.howard@raveis.com

Property Details for 261 Colony Street

Status
MLS #
24116005
Days on Market
26
Taxes
$8,830 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1936
Lot Size
0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
Basement Description
Full, Storage, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
08-07-2025
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
University
Style
Cape Cod
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
Expected On Market Date
08-07-2025

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Christine Howard

Sold By BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes, Arcy Khan

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Building Information for 261 Colony Street

Stories-Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$3,811 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,075

Property Taxes

$736

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 261 Colony Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: North Benson to Holland Hill, right on Fairview Avenue, left on Colony, house on your right, across from Home Street.
  • Elementary School: Osborn Hill
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.156237
  • Longitude: -73.247559
  • Middle Jr High School: Fairfield Woods
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $8,830
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Garden Area, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 3B3E45DB7108322AE063E201100AD20A
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 3B3E45DB7108322AE063E201100AD20A
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Green
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1446
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, Cleared
  • Parcel Number: 126853
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1446.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1446.0
  • Zoning: B
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 261 Colony Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917289320

$605,000

+9.7% / yr

Jul 28, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #675108916

$375,000
Jul 28, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1393166761

$375,000

+3.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917289320

$605,000

+9.7% / yr

07/28/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #675108916

$375,000
07/28/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1393166761

$375,000

+3.8% / yr

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

Public Records for 261 Colony Street

Taxable ValueLand$230,230Additions$80,780Total$311,010
Tax Record2025$8,830 ($736 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,446 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,446 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt593 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1936ZoningBCountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:128 B:275

Schools near 261 Colony Street

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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Osborn Hill School
PublicK to 5

Fairfield Woods Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

Fairfield College Preparatory
Private9 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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