Charming, fully renovated beach cottage with an amazing view on the “quiet” section of Fairfield beach. Completely renovated with a series of energy efficient heating/ cooling appliances and insulation. All new stainless steel appliances and designer kitchen. Wood burning Fireplace. Large master bedroom and 2 smaller bedrooms. Oversized 3 season porch with amazing views of Long Island Sound. 1140 Square feet of conditioned space and an additional 408 feet of 3 season porch space provides over 1500 square feet of living space yet low RE taxes, making this one of the best values on Fairfield Beach.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
3,049 sq ftLot Size
$1,804Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Derek Eisenberg• Continental Real Estate
Bought with Linda Finnie• William Raveis Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #99149317
Redfin Estimate
$2,056,208
$1.1M since sold in October 2016$13K since September
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This home's estimate is 39.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.47M) of 6 comparable homes.
FAIRFIELD BEACH - Honeycomb Cottage - With a superb location and wonderful sandy beach, this romantic little jewel presents a rare opportunity to own one of the few remaining, original Fairfield Beach cottages. Charming, sun-dappled interiors are enhanced with rich, honey hued wainscoted ceilings and walls, a cozy Living Room with Fireplace, Dining Room, three Bedrooms and an expansive enclosed Porch enjoying beautiful views of Long Island Sound beyond. Listing includes 1960 Fairfield Beach Road; an additional .02 Acre on the creek side providing four Parking Spaces. Assessment and taxes include 1957 and 1960 Fairfield Beach Road.
FIRST FLOOR: Vestibule Entry and Powder Room for Seasonal use only. Kitchen with Ceiling Fan. Appliances include: Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave Oven and Washer. Living Room with Fireplace, Seating Alcove and Ceiling Fan. Dining Room. Expansive, sun-filled three-season Porch with Ceiling Fan overlooking the wonderful sandy Beach and Long Island Sound beyond. SECOND FLOOR: Master Bedroom with Ceiling Fan, Powder Room and Picture Window providing unobstructed, glistening water views. Full Bath with Shower. Bedroom with Ceiling Fan. Bedroom with Ceiling Fan.
Smart MLS #99032025
Nov 20, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jun 18, 2013
Listed
$2,395,000
$2,101/sq ft
Smart MLS #98530922
Nov 20, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 9, 2012
Listed
$975,000
$855/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,391 (+1.0%)
$703,920 + $37,310
$741,230
2022
$20,191 (+1.0%)
$703,920 + $37,310
$741,230
2021
$19,998 (+18.6%)
$703,920 + $37,310
$741,230
2020
$16,855
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2019
$16,855 (+1.6%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2018
$16,585 (+2.1%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2017
$16,245 (+1.5%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2016
$16,012 (−14.3%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2014
$18,684
$720,020 + $45,710
$765,730
Tax history for 1957 Fairfield Beach Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,391 (+1.0%)
$703,920 + $37,310
$741,230
2022
$20,191 (+1.0%)
$703,920 + $37,310
$741,230
2021
$19,998 (+18.6%)
$703,920 + $37,310
$741,230
2020
$16,855
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2019
$16,855 (+1.6%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2018
$16,585 (+2.1%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2017
$16,245 (+1.5%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2016
$16,012 (−14.3%)
$588,770 + $40,390
$629,160
2014
$18,684
$720,020 + $45,710
$765,730
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.