Classic charm meets modern living in this beautifully renovated home, completely transformed down to the studs in 2018. Thoughtfully designed with an open, flexible floor plan, stylish finishes, and custom details throughout, this home offers the perfect blend of character and functionality. An inviting foyer welcomes you into the spacious main level, featuring a living room with a gas fireplace and wood shiplap detailing that flows seamlessly into the dining area and stunning kitchen. Highlights include quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, center island with storage, stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, and a custom built-in dining nook. A versatile office/playroom and powder room complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, including a beautiful primary suite with two walk-in closets and a luxurious bathroom featuring an oversized shower. The finished third floor offers flexible space for a fourth bedroom, bonus room, or home office. The lower level provides dedicated laundry and gym areas. Outside, enjoy a private backyard retreat with a paver patio, whole-yard irrigation, and plenty of space for entertaining and relaxation. A wonderful combination of timeless appeal, thoughtful updates, and effortless everyday living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$673Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Laura Hoglund• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Fairfield Historic District, located between Downtown Bridgeport and Black Rock, is a historic and waterfront-adjacent Bridgeport neighborhood with late-19th-century streetscapes and a walkable, small-scale commercial rhythm. The character concentrates around the Fairfield Avenue corridor near the Metro-North station, where coffee counters, independent shops, and sidewalk dining set a steady daytime pulse. Brick multifamily buildings and restored wood-frame houses sit beside civic-era facades, giving blocks a layered, lived-in look. McLevy Green adds a formal lawn-and-monument pause near City Hall. The Bijou Theatre and the Housatonic Museum of Art anchor arts nights, while Brewport Brewing Company keeps the scene casual with pizza and pints.
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Market insights
121 Old Post Rd · $1,495,000
SALE-TO-LIST
102.4%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,495,000
Median sale price in this area is $803,339. (46% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
17% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floor plan
One fireplace
Cable available and pre-wired
Thermostats
Partial, heated, partially finished basement with storage, sump pump, interior access, and livable space
Heated, finished walk-up attic
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Gas range
Wall oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry room on the lower level
Heating & cooling
Zoned hot-air heating with natural gas
Central air
Exterior features
Level lot
Professionally landscaped
Historic district
Walk to water
Beach rights
White exterior
Home design
Single-family home
Parking
Detached garage
2-car garage
Security
Security system
Construction
Frame construction
Clapboard and wood siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Concrete and masonry foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas tankless hot water
Electricity and solar
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Truly a perfect synthesis; this home offers a hint of vintage, seamlessly intertwined with a complete 2018 renovation. Brought down to the studs, this home has been completely transformed, offering a flexible layout, oversized kitchen and custom-built dining area, gas fireplaced living room and office space on the main level. Upstairs features 3 bedrooms, a primary suite with 2 walk-in closets and a finished 3rd floor with option for 4th bedroom/bonus room. As a great addition, the lower level boasts a laundry and gym area. Upon entry into the foyer, the unexpectedly open floorplan feels welcoming and refreshing. The living room, centered by the wooden shiplap detailed fireplace, flows effortlessly into the dining and kitchen. With a perfectly planned layout, the kitchen is a showstopper, with Quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, a KitchenAid suite of stainless appliances and an island with storage. A designer, custom built-in seating and table area completes the kitchen. The office/playroom and a half bathroom round out the 1st floor. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms, including a primary suite with a luxe bathroom and oversized shower. On the 3rd floor, the bonus finished area adds great additional space. Note a lower level with gym and laundry room, Nest and Ring systems. The backyard is a private oasis, with paver patio, irrigation (entire yard) and room for a 12x24 in-ground pool. Within walking distance to beaches, marina, train, schools, shopping & restaurants. A total gem!
Updates by current owner: added Nest system, removed three 50ft trees, sodded the entire yard with irrigation, added a precautionary sump pump, expanded driveway for a car in front of the house, added a Ring system with flood lights, camera and inside alarm system, built custom seating and dining area in the banquette space and added a wine cooler.
Smart MLS #99170819
May 12, 2017
Sold
$450,000
$203/sq ft
May 9, 2017
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2017
Listed
$528,000
$238/sq ft
Located in the Historic District in the eastern area of the Old Post Road, this property affords the chance to update or rebuild*Located on the south side of the road away from commercial areas and set deep into the lot with a nice back yard*The lovely front porch has an arched roof which compliments the Gambrel roof line/deep eaves*There is NO flood insurance as the house is in the 500 year flood plain*Within walking distance or a short drive to the Marina, waterfront open space, Jennings Beach, shopping, banking, Library, medical facilities, restaurants, two movie complexes and Fairfield or Metro Fairfield train stations*Easy walk to Memorial Day Parade and Jennings Beach to watch the July 4th fireworks.
2017 Oiil tank removed and 275 gallon tank located in basement.. 2017 Asbestos on pipes removed and the latest insulation covering has been placed on all pipes.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,019 (+1.0%)
$297,850 + $248,080
$545,930
2022
$14,871 (+1.0%)
$297,850 + $248,080
$545,930
2021
$14,729 (+15.4%)
$297,850 + $248,080
$545,930
2020
$12,760
$264,040 + $212,240
$476,280
2019
$12,760 (+22.6%)
$264,040 + $212,240
$476,280
2018
$10,407 (+2.1%)
$264,040 + $130,760
$394,800
2017
$10,194 (+1.5%)
$264,040 + $130,760
$394,800
2016
$10,048
$264,040 + $130,760
$394,800
2014
$10,050
$279,370 + $132,510
$411,880
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,052
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,052
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
128028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 31-41% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
66% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fairfield, CT • 06824
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Fairfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Rental earnings
Est. $7,520 per month, based on comparable rentals
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