288 Birch Rd

Fairfield, CT 06824

$1,210,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,924 Sq. Ft.
$629 / Sq. Ft.
1,924
Sq. Ft.
$629
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/4/24Virtual Tour
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Welcome home to paradise at 288 Birch Road, just steps away from the beach!

Description

Location! Location! Lifestyle! Welcome to 288 Birch Road, in the HEART Fairfield's coveted BEACH AREA! This charming colonial is nestled in one of Fairfield's most sought-after streets, just minutes away from your favorite beaches, restaurants, train, Sherman school, downtown & more! Set beautifully on a picturesque level property w/ 2 steps to your front door, this bright & airy 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home boasts hardwood floors, Central air, an attached garage, expansive driveway & many updates....Location! Location! Lifestyle! Welcome to 288 Birch Road, in the HEART Fairfield's coveted BEACH AREA! This charming colonial is nestled in one of Fairfield's most sought-after streets, just minutes away from your favorite beaches, restaurants, train, Sherman school, downtown & more! Set beautifully on a picturesque level property w/ 2 steps to your front door, this bright & airy 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home boasts hardwood floors, Central air, an attached garage, expansive driveway & many updates. The amazing flow starts with the entry foyer flowing to the Living Room, working seamlessly into the Dining Room opening to the Sunroom/Den & sun-drenched Kitchen. The floor plan is perfect for entertaining or spending time w/ family & friends. The spacious kitchen equipped w/newer stainless steel appliances features a long island w/ panoramic views of the backyard, wood-paneled vaulted ceilings, and plenty of bar seating for casual dining. The 4-season Sunroom offers many options: casual dining, lounging w/ friends, a home office, or just curling up w/ a book by the wood burning stove. Step onto the expansive weather-proof Trex deck & enjoy al fresco dining overlooking your lush backyard w/ plenty of room for a future pool, gardens, & playtime. The Upper Level offers 3 spacious Bedrooms, a 2nd renovated full Bathroom & spacious laundry room. Move right-in, unpack & enjoy or add your personal touch to make it your perfect "Home Sweet Home" in a neighborhood you will ABSOLUTELY love!
  1. Listed by Julie Vanderblue • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203)-257-6994 C: (203)-257-6994 julie@vanderblue.com
  2. Listed by Valerie Alvarez • Higgins Group Real Estate
    P: (203)-254-9000 C: (203)-224-0361 Valerie@serhant.com

Property Details for 288 Birch Road

Basement Description
Crawl Space
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Beach
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 10/04/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 288 Birch Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24033946
Days on Market55
Taxes$16,083 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1947
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Listing Courtesy of Higgins Group Real Estate, Julie Vanderblue; Higgins Group Real Estate, Valerie Alvarez

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Jackie Davis

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Building Information for 288 Birch Road

Stories-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$7,370 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,030

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 288 Birch Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.137086
  • Longitude: -73.244213
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $16,083
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters, Garden Area
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, Beach Rights, Water Community
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Gas on Gas
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Level
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Ceiling Fan,Wood Stove,Sliders,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling,Balcony/Deck,Pantry,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 1D9ED323F284CD37E063D501100AACA1
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Tub w/Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Tub w/Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 1D9ED323F284CD37E063D501100AACA1
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 127553
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1924.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1924.0
  • Zoning: A
Utilities
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 288 Birch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1542230384

$1,210,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1542230384

$1,210,000

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

Public Records for 288 Birch Road

Taxable ValueLand$440,790Additions$135,660Total$576,450
Tax Record2024$16,365 ($1,364 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,924 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,924 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt968 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,590 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947ZoningACountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:138 B:161

Schools near 288 Birch 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, Julie Vanderblue; Higgins Group Real Estate, Valerie Alvarez

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