281 Fairview Avenue

Fairfield, CT 06824

$553,500
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,953 Sq. Ft.
$283 / Sq. Ft.
1,953
Sq. Ft.
$283
per Sq. Ft.

Description

University area delight! Refreshed and renewed with places and spaces to suit everyone's needs from homeschooling to working from home this recently renovated eat in kitchen and updates throughout make this 4/5 bedroom home on one of the most sought after streets a rare find. Architectural details including arched doorways reflect the design of the era while hardwood floors on the main level add to the character and charm of this well loved and well lived in home. Sun filled and bright, the freshly...University area delight! Refreshed and renewed with places and spaces to suit everyone's needs from homeschooling to working from home this recently renovated eat in kitchen and updates throughout make this 4/5 bedroom home on one of the most sought after streets a rare find. Architectural details including arched doorways reflect the design of the era while hardwood floors on the main level add to the character and charm of this well loved and well lived in home. Sun filled and bright, the freshly painted exterior opens to a main level that provides a gracious living room, sunroom, large dining room and updated kitchen with new cabinetry, stainless appliances and stunning marble backsplash. Finished on four levels this classic colonial with butterfly staircase leads you to the second level with two well proportioned bedrooms with a full hall bath and a third room with stairs to the finished third floor boasting two more bedrooms and the third full hall bath. The basement is partially finished to add more square footage to this love filled home. A private back deck and cozy yard offers outdoor entertaining and play space. This street invites a safe outdoor vibe with dogs, strollers, kids and adults hopping from front yard to front yard up and down this quiet road. Enjoy the modern lifestyle of close to town, train and shopping this home provides. Live here and love life.

Listing Agent

  1. Susan Vanech

    Susan Vanech

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 281 Fairview Avenue

Basement Description
Full, Partially Finished, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
University
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
No

Location

Sold By The Riverside Realty Group, Cynthia Raney

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LISTING UPDATED: 11/17/2020 03:23 PM

Property Details for 281 Fairview Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #170302907
Days on Market120
Taxes$10,472 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Sold By The Riverside Realty Group, Cynthia Raney

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Building Information for 281 Fairview Avenue

Stories-Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,893 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,021

Property Taxes

$873

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 281 Fairview Avenue

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Meadowbrook Road or Holland Hill on to Fairview Ave.
  • Elementary School: Osborn Hill
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.15585
  • Longitude: -73.24841
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $10,472
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Finished
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Breezeway, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 0
  • Rooms Total: 8
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 3665
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1953
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Full
  • Parcel Number: 128431
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1953.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1953.0
  • Zoning: A
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Other
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Property History for 281 Fairview Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 281 Fairview Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$216,440Additions$135,730Total$352,170
Tax Record2023$9,688 ($807 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,953 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,953 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928ZoningACountyFAIRFIELDAPNFAIR M:143 B:31

Schools near 281 Fairview Avenue

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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