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3 beds2,408 sqft

53 Rose Hill Rd, Fairfield, CT 06890

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.26 acresLot Size
1884Year Built
$561/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Absolute perfection in a small house. Dream location nestled into Rose Hill, steps from harbor and village amenities. Oozes country charm with wraparound porch, every window framing pretty garden views. Wonderful floor plan with high ceilings, gracious living/dining rooms with fireplaces and bay windows. Superb antique details. Cozy library with fireplace, french doors opening onto terrace. Chef-planned kitchen features floor-to-ceiling cabinets. Sun-filled surprise of a family room with wall-to-wall...Absolute perfection in a small house. Dream location nestled into Rose Hill, steps from harbor and village amenities. Oozes country charm with wraparound porch, every window framing pretty garden views. Wonderful floor plan with high ceilings, gracious living/dining rooms with fireplaces and bay windows. Superb antique details. Cozy library with fireplace, french doors opening onto terrace. Chef-planned kitchen features floor-to-ceiling cabinets. Sun-filled surprise of a family room with wall-to-wall garden views. Comfortable, spacious bedrooms, all with California closets. Triple-mint condition throughout. Wonderful terrace for outdoor entertaining. Beautifully landscaped, private setting--an oasis in prestigious Southport Village.
  • Listed by: Lois Lehman 203.520.2846 lois.lehman@raveis.com • William Raveis Real Estate
Listing closed: 07/14/2016 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 99142980
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Median sold price

$1,400,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

106.8%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Lois Lehman

Sold By Fairfield County Real Estate, Terrence Keegan

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Property Information for 53 Rose Hill Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $21,924 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Hatchway Access, Interior Access, Storage, Unfinished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Southport
  • Style: Antique, Farm House
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Paved
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1884
  • Lot Size: 0.26 AC / 11,325 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Harbor to Rose Hill Rd.
  • Elementary School: Mill Hill
  • High School: Ffld Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.136208
  • Longitude: -73.28246
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: $21,924
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Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Terrace
  • Waterfront Description: Harbor, L. I. Sound Frontage, Walk to Water, Water Community
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Level
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,French Doors,Vaulted Ceiling,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Granite Counters,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5DEE7A309EAB93E053D501100AA52B
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,French Doors,Tile Floor,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Full Bath,Hydro-Tub,Marble Floor,Wall/Wall Carpet,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Cream/White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4132
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1884
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2318
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot
  • Parcel Number: 135144
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2408.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2408.0
  • Zoning: R3
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: 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 53 Rose Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #575355076

$1,350,000

+3.1% / yr

Jan 16, 1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90964319

$720,000

-3.3% / yr

Apr 21, 1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90968246

$790,000

+7.7% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #575355076

$1,350,000

+3.1% / yr

01/16/1996

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90964319

$720,000

-3.3% / yr

04/21/1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90968246

$790,000

+7.7% / yr

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

Public records

53 Rose Hill Road

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,401 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,401 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

960 SqFt

Stories

2

Schools near 53 Rose Hill 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 - 2 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Hill School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

The Southport School
Private2 to 8

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: 53 Rose Hill Road, Fairfield, CT 06890
$1,350,000
3
2,408
11,325
$1,700,000
4
2,892
10,454
$1,100,000
–
–
–
12,300
–
–
1.5
884
30,492
$1,235,000
3
2,651
17,859
$3,250,000
3
3,126
10,890

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Lois Lehman

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