478 Harbor Road

Closed 5/9/14
Closed 5/9/14
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Last Sold Price
$2,450,000
7 beds5,931 sqft$413/sqft
478 Harbor Rd, Fairfield, CT 06890

Description

Breathtaking landmark Greek Revival Colonial in heart of Southport historic district. Boasts 7 BRs, high ceilings, wide floorboards, 8 fireplaces, exquisite original molding details thruout. More recent updates incl CAC. Magnificent views of harbor, LI Sound & golf course from abundant windows, French doors & expansive bluestone terraces. Walking distance to harbor, enchanting village center, Pequot Yacht Club & train. Significant estate w/sweeping lawn is comprised of 2 separate lots (478 Harbor...Breathtaking landmark Greek Revival Colonial in heart of Southport historic district. Boasts 7 BRs, high ceilings, wide floorboards, 8 fireplaces, exquisite original molding details thruout. More recent updates incl CAC. Magnificent views of harbor, LI Sound & golf course from abundant windows, French doors & expansive bluestone terraces. Walking distance to harbor, enchanting village center, Pequot Yacht Club & train. Significant estate w/sweeping lawn is comprised of 2 separate lots (478 Harbor Rd-1.07 acre w/house) & (137 Rose Hill Rd-.55 acre) see addend. Fantastic attached pool Solaria is addl 1700 SF. 3rd fl offers addl 800 SF w/BR suite, full bath & studio area (not incl in SF). Incredible inviting home has great rm scale & flow.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/09/2014 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Linda Blackwell • William Raveis Real Estate
    P: (203) 698-1234 lindablackwell@optonline.net
  2. Listed by Al Filippone • William Raveis Real Estate
    P: (203) 655-5358 C: (203) 655-5358 afa@afahomes.com

Property Details for 478 Harbor Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
99051309
Days on Market
100
Taxes
$67,004 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1831
Lot Size
1.62 AC / 70,567 SF
County
Fairfield County
Basement Description
Crawl Space, Full, Heated, Interior Access, Unfinished, Walk-out
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Southport
Style
Antique, Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Paved, Under House Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes

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Median sold price

$2,850,000

Avg days on market

96

Sale-to-list ratio

95.4%

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Linda Blackwell; William Raveis Real Estate, Al Filippone

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Karen Cross; William Raveis Real Estate, Al Filippone

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Building Information for 478 Harbor Road

Stories-Year Built1831Building Size-Lot Size1.62 AC / 70,567 SF

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Property Information for 478 Harbor Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Approximate
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Directions: Main Street Southport, left on Harbor Rd, left on Rose Hill to driveway
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.13551
  • Longitude: -73.28095
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2013-June 2014
  • Property Tax: $67,004
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Terrace
  • Pool Description: Alarm, Concrete, Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool, Indoor Pool, Spa
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, View, Walk to Water, Water Community
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Attic Description: Finished, Heated, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 8
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Staff Quarters
  • Room Count: 15
  • Rooms Total: 18
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Skylight
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Skylight
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: DD5B60A7146D8B55E053D501100A4CF3
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Corian Counters,Gas Log Fireplace,Marble Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Corian Counters,Gas Log Fireplace,Marble Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: On 3rd Floor,Cedar Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Studio Apt
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: On 3rd Floor,Cedar Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Studio Apt
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: On 3rd Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 15.5
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: On 3rd Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 15.5
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 29.0
Room 16
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 29.0
Room 17
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 18
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 19
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 20
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exclusions: Excludes Dining Room Chandelier!
  • Exterior Siding: Brick, Clapboard, Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Stone, Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 14129
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1831
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 8419
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Golf Course View, Sloping Lot, Water View, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone
  • Parcel Number: 135104
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5931.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5931.0
  • Zoning: R3
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, 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
  • Total Unit Count: 0

Property History for 478 Harbor Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 13, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #415797839

$2,450,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/13/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #415797839

$2,450,000

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

Public Records for 478 Harbor Road

Taxable ValueLand$896,490Additions$1,234,310Total$2,130,800
Tax Record2025$60,493 ($5,041 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt8,107 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,107 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt4,092 SqFtStories2Lot Size46,609 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1831Year Renovated1831ZoningR3CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:241 B:40

Schools near 478 Harbor Road

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mill Hill School
Public - K to 5
Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public - 9 to 12
Giant Steps Connecticut
Private - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Hill School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

Giant Steps Connecticut
PrivateK 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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5,931
70,567
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