Welcome to 220 Farist Road, a truly exceptional Queen Anne Victorian antique. This elegant residence boasts over 5300 square feet of living space, with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, including a third-level in-law suite. Situated on a sprawling lot of over half an acre, this home seamlessly blends period details with modern amenities. The property features a porte cochere, wrap-around porch, a matching hen-house, multiple balconies and rounded towers. Original stained-glass windows, decorative motifs, elaborate gables and intricate millwork grace every room, where door hardware has also been preserved. This eclectic home offers a lifestyle of luxury and convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of living in this timeless masterpiece in the heart of Fairfield.
Single-familyProperty Type
1894Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$259Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by AJ Letterman• Compass Connecticut, LLC
Bought with John Hill• Seabury Hill REALTORS
Source:Smart MLS #24023042
Redfin Estimate
$1,372,337
$172K since sold in August 2024$45K since August
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This home's estimate is 22.7% lower than the average sale price ($1.77M) of 6 comparable homes.
MASSIVE PRICE CHANGE TO SELL Fairfield’s Fairytale Castle where lineage and heritage meet modern luxury amenities. This architectural masterpiece boasts the features one swoons for including sweeping staircases, wondrous wrap around porch, soaring ceilings, pocket doors, stained glass and more. Regal refinement presents practicality with a monstrous mudroom off the kitchen for convenience. Keep it casual with the eat in chef’s quarters or get fancy in the formal dining room. The fireplace flanked foyer leads to the family room, a light and bright living room, and an office with a separate entrance. Four bedrooms on the second level include a master suite, two adjoining bedrooms with separate hall entrances, a large guest room, a hall bath and a laundry room that makes you look forward to the chore. Front and back staircases lead you to the completely renovated suite on the third level with a more than ample bedroom, living area, dining area, full bath and new kitchen. Currently what is considered the 6th bedroom, you will find a boutique sized closet. So many options for today’s modern family. The Joel Farist Estate has lineage connected to the founders of Fairfield that bustles with the energy of the arts, fine dining and shopping. This grand home now boasts every imaginable modern amenity from state of the art appliances to blown in insulation to city sewer to central air conditioning. Revel in the splendor of an era gone by while keeping it current for today’s living.
Smart MLS #170095072
Nov 28, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jun 29, 2018
Listed
$1,000,000
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 2015
Sold
$885,000
$167/sq ft
Smart MLS #99105176
Dec 16, 2015
Sold
$890,000
$168/sq ft
Nov 20, 2015
Listing Removed
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May 18, 2015
Listed
$899,999
$170/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2010
Sold
$800,000
$151/sq ft
Smart MLS #98451868
Feb 18, 2010
Listed
$899,000
$170/sq ft
Smart MLS #98413600
Feb 7, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Mar 16, 2009
Listed
$899,000
$170/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 10, 2005
Sold
$860,000
$162/sq ft
Smart MLS #98232555
Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$899,900
$170/sq ft
Smart MLS #98206781
Apr 10, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 29, 2004
Listed
$899,900
$170/sq ft
Smart MLS #98191930
Jul 28, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Mar 26, 2004
Listed
$1,095,000
$207/sq ft
Smart MLS #98072107
May 11, 2000
Listed
$615,000
$116/sq ft
Smart MLS #93403061
Sep 10, 1993
Listed
$278,000
$52/sq ft
Smart MLS #93401170
Aug 1, 1993
Listing Removed
—
Jan 21, 1993
Listed
$329,900
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,487 (+1.0%)
$248,780 + $277,830
$526,610
2022
$14,345 (+1.0%)
$248,780 + $277,830
$526,610
2021
$14,208 (−13.7%)
$248,780 + $277,830
$526,610
2020
$16,461
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2019
$16,461 (+1.6%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2018
$16,197 (+2.1%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2017
$15,865 (+1.5%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2016
$15,638 (+8.1%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2014
$14,465
$225,470 + $367,360
$592,830
Tax history for 220 Farist Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,487 (+1.0%)
$248,780 + $277,830
$526,610
2022
$14,345 (+1.0%)
$248,780 + $277,830
$526,610
2021
$14,208 (−13.7%)
$248,780 + $277,830
$526,610
2020
$16,461
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2019
$16,461 (+1.6%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2018
$16,197 (+2.1%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2017
$15,865 (+1.5%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2016
$15,638 (+8.1%)
$213,710 + $400,750
$614,460
2014
$14,465
$225,470 + $367,360
$592,830
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,300
Year built
1894
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Fairfield County
APN
122378
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 17
Laundry Room Location: Upper
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
In-Law Apartment: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 7
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer