Off Market Aug 2022 for $825K

$1,078,453

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,089/mo

•

2,020

sq ft

281 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

About this home

Ideally located on highly sought-after Mill River Road in the University Area, this wonderful home has been lovingly maintained by its original owners. Convenience abounds from this central location: quick drive to downtown Fairfield shopping & dining, MetroNorth express train station, both I-95 & Merritt Parkway, 5 town beaches, schools & Fairfield University … yet extremely quiet and peaceful! First level features hardwood floors and has a great flow for living and entertaining. Spacious LR has abundant windows w/ lots of natural light. Sunlit DR. Remodeled Kitchen w/ granite counters + comfortable dining area. Family Room w/ charming brick FP for cozy evenings. Delightful Enclosed Porch w/ many windows, built ins, & handy closet is ready for year-round enjoyment with its own heat & AC. Currently used as a playroom, this versatile space would be an amazing home office or 2nd FR. Great sight lines to the beautiful backyard. Updated 1/2 bath & laundry. The 2nd floor, with hardwoods throughout, features a large Primary Bedroom with en suite bath and walk in closet. Two add’l ample Bedrooms + Hall Bath complete the space. The huge, dry Basement is ready to be finished … could be multiple rooms … home office, home gym, playroom … you decide! Oversized 2-car Garage. Private backyard w/ mature plantings, lush green lawn, & low maintenance fence. Composite deck provides maximum enjoyment with low maintenance. Highly regarded school line up: Riverfield, RLMS, Ludlowe.

Square footage includes 224 square feet in finished, enclosed porch.

Single-familyProperty Type

1977Year Built

9,583 sq ftLot Size

$534Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Cathy Carrano • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Bought with Matthew Hyde • William Raveis Real Estate

Source:Smart MLS #170501657

Redfin Estimate

$1,078,453

$253K since sold in August 2022$46K since August

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This home's estimate is 8% lower than the average sale price ($1.17M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,590,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,129 sq ft
179 Lawrence Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD DEC 15, 2025
$1,156,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,099 sq ft
56 Drake Ln, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$890,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,640 sq ft
16 Mayflower Cir, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$974,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,906 sq ft
2465 Mill Plain Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$1,250,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,773 sq ft
41 Pepperbush Ln, Fairfield, CT 06824

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Market trends in 06824, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.5%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$75K MoM

Avg. days on market

28d

2 days MoM

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116

19 MoM

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Sale history for 281 Mill River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,548 (+3.4%)

$259,000 + $160,790

$419,790

2022

$11,172 (+1.0%)

$259,000 + $151,130

$410,130

2021

$11,065 (+12.4%)

$259,000 + $151,130

$410,130

2020

$9,847

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2019

$9,847 (+1.6%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2018

$9,689 (+2.1%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2017

$9,491 (+1.5%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2016

$9,355 (+7.7%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2014

$8,687

$205,800 + $150,220

$356,020

Tax history for 281 Mill River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,548 (+3.4%)

$259,000 + $160,790

$419,790

2022

$11,172 (+1.0%)

$259,000 + $151,130

$410,130

2021

$11,065 (+12.4%)

$259,000 + $151,130

$410,130

2020

$9,847

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2019

$9,847 (+1.6%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2018

$9,689 (+2.1%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2017

$9,491 (+1.5%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2016

$9,355 (+7.7%)

$193,970 + $173,600

$367,570

2014

$8,687

$205,800 + $150,220

$356,020

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,583 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,020

Year built

1977

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

130282

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

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

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Location: Main level
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
Handicap Features: Bath Grab Bars
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer

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

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer
Room Count: 8
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Storage
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Stone
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch-Enclosed

Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete, Masonry
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Cream

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1796
Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $410,130

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer In Street, Septic
Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Active Solar, Thermopane Windows

Location

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

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Bocci Court, Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
Directions: Duck Farm Road or Hill Farm Road to Mill River Road
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,020
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 130282

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2

Around this home

Schools

Riverfield School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Roger Ludlowe Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

8/10

Fairfield Ludlowe High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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 98° 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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Historical weather

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

$1.02M – $1.24M

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Home values near 281 Mill River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
218 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2882 Sq. Ft.	$1,368,562
232 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1926 Sq. Ft.	$1,225,136

Address	Redfin Estimate
184 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1938 Sq. Ft.	$1,082,063
263 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2177 Sq. Ft.	$1,316,086

Address	Redfin Estimate
249 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2926 Sq. Ft.	$1,407,869
260 Mill River Rd, Fairfield, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2162 Sq. Ft.	$1,202,677

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