Highest + Best Offers Due Sunday, August 11th at 7:00 pm Agents please see Confidential Agent Remarks. Chic, sunny, stylish University area home on a flat .41 acre lot offers the ultimate Fairfield lifestyle and a convenient location in the popular Osborn Hill Elementary School District. 100% Move-In Ready. Sprawling Open Concept Floor Plan connects the gorgeous chef's kitchen to ample dining and living areas with gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen's 8 ft island seats four, built-in wine fridge, marble-look-alike (but easy-care granite) counters, double oven, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, tons of cabinets and a farmhouse sink with a view. Sliding glass doors from the Dining Area create great flow for entertaining both indoors and outdoors on the fabulous patio overlooking a huge, private lushly-landscaped backyard. Large, cozy TV/Living area with built-in bookshelves and room for plenty of seating. This house has all the right space - in all the right places. Off the foyer, behind double French Doors is a delightful sitting room/office with marble fireplace, a perfect peaceful retreat. Mudroom/Laundry Room and half bath also on 1st floor. Upstairs boasts a sumptuous Primary Suite with high ceilings, massive closet, spa-like marble and porcelain bath with oversized shower, double sink marble vanity. Two more bedrooms and full bath with marble countertop complete the second floor.
Finished lower level of 460 sq ft. with storage galore. Totally renovated/expanded in 2014 by previous owner, and meticulously maintained by current owner with many upgrades since. Spacious and secluded backyard and an extra deep, roomy 23' x 26' 2-car detached garage with an EV charger (240 volt), new electrical panel and tons of storage shelves. Wide new asphalt driveway in 2023 lined with gorgeous hydrangeas. Central air, natural gas, new windows in 2020, new Navien tankless hot water heater 2024, Nest thermostats, LED lights, city water/city sewer, (new Main Line in 2018), CT Basement System. Located just minutes from train stations, Fairfield center, schools, eateries, shops. Note: Future large expansion of footprint is possible per Town Planning & Zoning on this unusually-large-for-the-University-Area 17,526 sq.ft. lot. INCLUDED: All Appliances, Basement AC and Dehumidifier, Patio Awnings and Cafe Lighting, Raised Garden Bed, Playset, IF desired. EXCLUDED: Sign on Garden Bed, Bird House, Fire Pit, Outdoor Furniture, Gas Grills, EV Charger Cord.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$540Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Cindy Searight• Houlihan Lawrence
Bought with Melissa Kaminsky• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #24036754
Redfin Estimate
$1,247,439
$97K since sold in December 2024$27K since August
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This home's estimate is 12.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.11M) of 6 comparable homes.
Stylish, Magazine-Like, Sophisticated...This University home was completely redesigned, renovated & expanded in 2014. Step inside & be dazzled by 4.25 inch gleaming hardwoods guiding you through the sprawling open floor plan. Sitting perfectly behind the glass French Doors is a multi-functional Study warmed by a marble fireplace...should you desire a Home Office or Formal Sitting Rm. The Kitchen is the ultimate dream for the inner chef & entertainer...feat an 8 ft island detailed by granite & shelving, a built-in wine fridge, stainless appliances, tons of cabinets, pendant & recessed lighting & farmhouse sink. The Kitchen spills into the Dining & Family Rm. Dining Rm sliding glass door allows you to enjoy both outdoor & indoor dining...what more could you ask for? Finishing the 1st flr is the Powder Room & Mudroom/Laundry Room. Upstairs is home to 3 bedrms & 2 full baths, incl. the Master Suite, which is a luxurious treat! Designed with 13 ft cathedral ceilings, a huge walk-in closet & spa-like Bath decorated in marble & porcelain, oversized walk-in shower & double vanity. BONUS ALERT...Lower Level offers approx 500 sqft...great for a 2nd family room or playroom! Sited on almost 1/2 acre & landscaped of lush greenery & vibrant colors, a sprawling patio & a private backyard that is great for entertaining. Just minutes from town, train stations, schools, eateries, shops & more, this chic home offers the ultimate lifestyle in the most desired Osborn Hill Elem School District!
Smart MLS #99044676
Apr 8, 2014
Sold
$430,000
$186/sq ft
Oct 16, 2013
Listed
$449,900
$195/sq ft
Move right in to this updated, 2-3 Bdrm Cape with large, private beautifully landscaped yard. Too many improvements to list including an over-sized, 2 car, detached garage with plenty of off-street parking. Large pantry in kitchen as well as large walk-in closet in master bedroom. Large patio with awning off kitchen. Perfect for entertaining. Great commuter location, close to I-95 and town. Nothing to do but move in!
Smart MLS #98510988
Oct 25, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Aug 8, 2011
Listed
$514,900
$223/sq ft
Smart MLS #98501241
Aug 7, 2011
Listing Removed
—
May 16, 2011
Listed
$539,900
$234/sq ft
Smart MLS #98479348
Apr 26, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Oct 5, 2010
Listed
$539,500
$234/sq ft
Smart MLS #98475891
Sep 16, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Sep 7, 2010
Listed
$539,500
$234/sq ft
Smart MLS #98418593
Oct 22, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2009
Listed
$599,000
$259/sq ft
Smart MLS #98070808
Apr 27, 2000
Listed
$359,900
$156/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 22, 1996
Sold
$240,500
$104/sq ft
Smart MLS #96002833
Dec 1, 1995
Listed
$239,900
$104/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,002 (+1.0%)
$285,390 + $114,520
$399,910
2022
$10,894 (+1.0%)
$285,390 + $114,520
$399,910
2021
$10,790 (+10.4%)
$285,390 + $114,520
$399,910
2020
$9,774
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2019
$9,774 (+1.6%)
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2018
$9,617 (+2.1%)
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2017
$9,420 (+1.0%)
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2016
$9,323 (+19.4%)
$234,430 + $131,880
$366,310
2014
$7,809
$246,750 + $73,290
$320,040
Tax history for 1786 Jennings Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,002 (+1.0%)
$285,390 + $114,520
$399,910
2022
$10,894 (+1.0%)
$285,390 + $114,520
$399,910
2021
$10,790 (+10.4%)
$285,390 + $114,520
$399,910
2020
$9,774
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2019
$9,774 (+1.6%)
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2018
$9,617 (+2.1%)
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2017
$9,420 (+1.0%)
$234,430 + $130,410
$364,840
2016
$9,323 (+19.4%)
$234,430 + $131,880
$366,310
2014
$7,809
$246,750 + $73,290
$320,040
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Tankless Hotwater
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Energy Features: Home Energy Rating, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Fairfield Woods
High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
Elementary School: Osborn Hill
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
Directions: GPS friendly.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,579
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 128554
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 11
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Schools
Osborn Hill School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Fairfield Woods Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.19M – $1.44M
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