481 Riverside Dr

1,525 Sq. Ft.
$754 / Sq. Ft.
1,525
Sq. Ft.
$754
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beach area jewel box! All new turn-key living. Every element has been fully renovated and expanded. New kitchen, new bathrooms, new windows, new roof, new mechanicals and more. Light bright open floor plan featuring open kitchen with quartzite & quartz counters, Bosch appliances and more. Sunny dining room, living room, mudroom/laundry, bedroom and full bath complete the 1st floor. 2 large additional bedrooms and full bath, grace the 2nd floor. This property offers breathtaking views of the salt...Beach area jewel box! All new turn-key living. Every element has been fully renovated and expanded. New kitchen, new bathrooms, new windows, new roof, new mechanicals and more. Light bright open floor plan featuring open kitchen with quartzite & quartz counters, Bosch appliances and more. Sunny dining room, living room, mudroom/laundry, bedroom and full bath complete the 1st floor. 2 large additional bedrooms and full bath, grace the 2nd floor. This property offers breathtaking views of the salt marsh and marina, and is just steps away from the Fairfield Boat Basin, beach, kayak/paddle board racks, and Jennings Beach Pavilion. Nature enthusiasts will love the nearby Ash Creek estuary, featuring tranquil marshes and scenic walking trails. Nestled in a convenient beach area neighborhood, this location is ideal for those seeking a casual and picturesque lifestyle. The expansive lot also allows ample space for a pool, perfect for enjoying the coastal lifestyle. Located just minutes from vibrant Fairfield town center and train station, scenic Southport village, and harbor, this waterfront community combines historic charm with modern conveniences. Enjoy wonderful dining, shopping, and the arts, all within 50 miles of NYC.

Listing Agent

  1. Katie O'Grady

    Katie O'Grady

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    katie.ogrady@compass.com

    P: (203)-913-7777

Property Details for 481 Riverside Drive

Basement Description
Crawl Space
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
05-28-2025
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Beach
Style
Cape Cod
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 08/13/2025 02:38 AM

Property Details for 481 Riverside Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #24098171
Days on Market50
Taxes$10,135 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,246 SF
CountyFairfield County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2%

Location

Sold By Compass Connecticut, LLC, Katie O'Grady

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Building Information for 481 Riverside Drive

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,246 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,449 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,605

Property Taxes

$845

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 481 Riverside Drive

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Old Post Road to Turney to Riverside. **Road IS NOT closed. The bridge at the end of the road is under construction.
  • Elementary School: Roger Sherman
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.1485
  • Longitude: -73.238464
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $10,135
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Water Community
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry in Mudroom
  • Rooms Additional: Mud Room
  • Rooms Total: 6
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: Remodeled,Quartz Counters,Island,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 35BDC0C9E0A728E7E0631A01100AC932
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: Measured by Photographer
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1075
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 127013
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1525.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1525.0
  • Zoning: A
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 481 Riverside Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 12, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1909925595

$1,149,000

+35.4% / yr

Oct 5, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1520283058

$655,000

+5.9% / yr

Jan 11, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #304716984

$315,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/12/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1909925595

$1,149,000

+35.4% / yr

10/05/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1520283058

$655,000

+5.9% / yr

01/11/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #304716984

$315,000

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

Public Records for 481 Riverside Drive

Taxable ValueLand$319,340Additions$37,660Total$357,000
Tax Record2024$10,135 ($845 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,075 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,075 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948ZoningACountyFAIRFIELDAPNFFLD M:130 B:46

Schools near 481 Riverside Drive

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 - 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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