Off Market Jun 2023 for $2.1M

$2,843,005

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $13,969/mo

•

4,459

sq ft

253 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

About this home

Life's a Beach! Beautifully renovated, expanded & raised (FEMA compliant) beach colonial perfectly sited on a corner lot w/heated saltwater pool, expansive patio & lawn. There's nothing like coming home from the beach, jumping in the pool or a quick rinse in the outdoor shower. It Doesn't Get Better Than This-walk to beach, town, train & schools from one of the most desirable streets that leads right to your beach pathway. This sundrenched home offers over 4,000 sq.ft w/ 4-5 bdrms & tons of multi-flex space areas which allows room for all your family & more! This thoughtfully designed floor plan includes an inviting entry, gourmet kit w/custom inset white cabinetry, 48" Wolf stove w/pot filler & Subzero frig, 44" undermount sink & center island which opens to the great rm w/fpl & blt-ins, dining and living rooms w/French door, mudrm & powder rm w/outside door access to pool. 2nd flr features primary bdrm wing w/stunning bathrm, custom blt-ins, walk-in & dbl wall closets, 3 add't bdrms, full bathrm, laundry rm, expansive bonus rm w/staircase to garage access & huge storage rm over garage. 3rd flr includes a media/playrm (potential 5th bed), separate office & tons of storage. So much to enjoy-4th of July fireworks, neighborhood block & firepit parties, Halloween trick or treating. Other special items: custom inset cabinets throughout, irrigation system, 4 zone heating & cooling, abundance of closets, all LED lighting, crown moldings & more. Transferable flood $610/year.

Transferrable flood insurance approx. $610/year. House purchase 2008, Renovation 1 - 2010, Renovation 2 - 2011, Renovation 2a post Sandy 2012, Renovation 3 lift 2015

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$638Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Stacey Kane DiDio • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Christi McEldowney • William Raveis Real Estate

Source:Smart MLS #170549456

Redfin Estimate

$2,843,005

$693K since sold in June 2023$127K since July

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This home's estimate is 26.8% higher than the average sale price ($2.24M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$2,850,000
A
5 beds4 baths3,811 sq ft
309 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD MAR 28, 2026
$2,525,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths4,037 sq ft
126 Lalley Blvd, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$2,070,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths3,126 sq ft
187 Catherine Ter, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$2,100,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,533 sq ft
693 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$1,730,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,558 sq ft
78 Catherine Ter, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD FEB 26, 2026
$2,175,000
F
5 beds2.5 baths2,924 sq ft
115 Fern St, Fairfield, CT 06824

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Market trends in 06824, CT

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.4%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$13K MoM

Avg. days on market

30d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

16 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SUN, 1:30PM TO 3:30PM
$359,000
2 beds1 bath900 sq ft
245 Sunnyridge Ave #50, Fairfield, CT 06824
COMING SOON
$1,799,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,732 sq ft
239 Beach Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
VIDEO TOUR
$4,500,000
5 beds4 baths4,142 sq ft
1149 Fairfield Beach Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
$2,299,000
4 beds3 baths3,669 sq ft
90 Fern St, Fairfield, CT 06824
$1,900,000
5 beds5.5 baths4,180 sq ft
1964 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
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Sale history for 253 Birch Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #170549456

Jun 27, 2023

Sold

$2,150,000

$482/sq ft

Apr 30, 2023

Contingent

—

Apr 27, 2023

Listed

$2,199,000

$493/sq ft

Apr 21, 2023

Coming Soon

$2,199,000

$493/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 3, 2008

Sold

$975,000

$219/sq ft

Smart MLS #98356661

Nov 7, 2007

Listed

$998,000

$224/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 19, 1997

Sold

$288,000

$65/sq ft

Smart MLS #97022431

Aug 1, 1997

Listed

$294,500

$66/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 3, 1996

Sold

$300,000

$67/sq ft

Smart MLS #93403299

Jan 8, 1994

Listing Removed

—

Oct 8, 1993

Listed

$269,900

$61/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 13, 1993

Sold

$165,000

$37/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,279 (+1.0%)

$474,740 + $298,760

$773,500

2022

$21,070 (+1.0%)

$474,740 + $298,760

$773,500

2021

$20,869 (+7.5%)

$474,740 + $298,760

$773,500

2020

$19,415

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2019

$19,415 (+1.6%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2018

$19,103 (+2.1%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2017

$18,712 (+1.5%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2016

$18,444 (+4.4%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2014

$17,668

$459,760 + $264,320

$724,080

Tax history for 253 Birch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$21,279 (+1.0%)

$474,740 + $298,760

$773,500

2022

$21,070 (+1.0%)

$474,740 + $298,760

$773,500

2021

$20,869 (+7.5%)

$474,740 + $298,760

$773,500

2020

$19,415

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2019

$19,415 (+1.6%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2018

$19,103 (+2.1%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2017

$18,712 (+1.5%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2016

$18,444 (+4.4%)

$401,870 + $322,840

$724,710

2014

$17,668

$459,760 + $264,320

$724,080

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,797

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

127506

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Location: With cabinetry, counter & utility sink
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
Thermostat(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Room Count: 12
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Garage Access, Walk-out, Storage
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Deck, Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler

Lot Information
Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level Lot, Fence - Full, Fence - Wood

Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated, Salt Water, Vinyl

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Sand

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Beach, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2797
Driveway Type: Circular, Paved, Asphalt

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $773,500

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Energy Features: Extra Insulation

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
Elementary School: Roger Sherman

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Bocci Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
Directions: Fairfield Beach to Birch or Beach to Puritan to Birch
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,797
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 127506

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 4

Around this home

Schools

Sherman School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

10/10

Roger Ludlowe Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

8/10

Fairfield Ludlowe High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ 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

67% 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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Fairfield, CT • 06824

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.70M – $3.27M

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Home values near 253 Birch Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
288 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1924 Sq. Ft.	$1,644,663
192 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1484 Sq. Ft.	$1,341,155

Address	Redfin Estimate
206 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2426 Sq. Ft.	$1,782,676
234 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2096 Sq. Ft.	$1,639,640

Address	Redfin Estimate
191 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3266 Sq. Ft.	$2,071,718
260 Birch Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2832 Sq. Ft.	$2,458,813

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