690 Old Academy Road

Closed 3/31/22
Closed 3/31/22
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,925,000
5 beds5,912 sqft$326/sqft
690 Old Academy Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.05 acresLot Size
1981Year Built
$326/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Open the door to this warm and inviting classic Jack Franzen designed 1981 country colonial located in the premier section of Greenfield Hill with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in the main house with a private guest quarters located above the garage with an additional bedroom and full bath. The breath taking entry way makes a visual impact with an open two story foyer w/ a wall of glass windows to soak in the sun. The home expansion, completed in 2000, was done by interior designer Beverly Ellsley to...Open the door to this warm and inviting classic Jack Franzen designed 1981 country colonial located in the premier section of Greenfield Hill with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in the main house with a private guest quarters located above the garage with an additional bedroom and full bath. The breath taking entry way makes a visual impact with an open two story foyer w/ a wall of glass windows to soak in the sun. The home expansion, completed in 2000, was done by interior designer Beverly Ellsley to included traditional elements of early American reproduction light fixtures, antique hewn beams and 15" hard pine floors. There are 4 grand stucco fireplaces, a formal dining room w/ a hand stenciled floor and custom built-in cupboards. The open floor plan encompasses an over sized kitchen has a large granite island that stands at the heart of the space with an adjoining family room, dining area and built-in home office desk. The 900 square foot great room w/ vaulted ceilings has a fun oversized wet bar for entertaining. Completing the first floor is a screened porch with slate floor which leads to the heated in ground pool. The outdoor living space is an extension of the house with an expansive bluestone patio overlooking an acre of manicure lawn. The lower level has a large finished playroom. Experience the privacy of this estate w/ the convenience to everything; Greenfield Hill Center, Fairfield center, local beaches & the train station. Home is where life happens.
  • Listed by: Tara Hawley 203.331.5939 tara.hawley@cbmoves.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Listed by: Doris J Rowe 203.254.7100 rowehouses@aol.com • Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing closed: 03/31/2022 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170460614

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Median sold price

$2,000,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

103.0%

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Tara Hawley; Coldwell Banker Realty, Doris J Rowe

Sold By Higgins Group Real Estate, Anne Frewen; Higgins Group Real Estate, Julie Vanderblue

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Property Information for 690 Old Academy Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $26,473 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Greenfield Hill
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Lot Size: 2.05 AC / 89,298 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Hillside to Old Academy
  • Elementary School: Dwight
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.178707
  • Longitude: -73.288902
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Putting Green, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: $26,473
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Grill, Guest House, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Screened, Underground Sprinkler
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Gas on Gas, Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Off Kitchen
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Room Count: 12
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 2 Story Window(s),9 ft+ Ceilings,Beams,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet,Wet Bar
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Studio Apt
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Island,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: white
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exclusions: See separate list
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 11778
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 750
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5162
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 130134
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5162.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5912.0
  • Zoning: AAA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas, Propane
  • Hot Water Description: 100 Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 690 Old Academy Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 31, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1487006747

$1,925,000

+2.9% / yr

Jun 11, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #550869750

$1,585,000

+2.6% / yr

Aug 19, 1994

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90967505

$925,000

+5.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/31/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1487006747

$1,925,000

+2.9% / yr

06/11/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #550869750

$1,585,000

+2.6% / yr

08/19/1994

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90967505

$925,000

+5.8% / yr

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

Public Records for 690 Old Academy Road

Taxable ValueLand$369,600Additions$611,590Total$981,190
Tax Record2025$27,856 ($2,321 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,162 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,162 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,784 SqFtStories2Lot Size89,298 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981Year Renovated1981ZoningAAACountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:171 B:9-B

Schools near 690 Old Academy Road

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Dwight Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public - 9 to 12
Fairfield Country Day School
Private - K to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Dwight Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

Fairfield Country Day School
PrivateK to 9

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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This home: 690 Old Academy Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
$1,925,000
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