This home's estimate is 17.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.73M) of 6 comparable homes.
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281 Penfield Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
About this home
this English inspired colonial is loaded with charm and a perfect find at the beach-walk to beaches,town,train,school, and historic old post road-the richly detailed interior has been refreshed,boasts solid oak floors,has curved archways,and three fireplaces-the main level features a family room with cathedral ceilings,beams,a gas fireplace,and easy access to the backyard-the kitchen has a built in oven,spacious pantry, and the cabinets surround three walls-the formal dining room has a stylish built in hutch-the living room offers a brick fireplace-a first floor office or den adds to the homes thoughtful design for initmate gatherings-the master bedroom suite comes complete with a gas log fireplace,custom built ins,walk in closet,balcony,and a newer full bath-three additional generous sized bedrooms are also up with a full tiled bath-great backyard-flagstone walkways,covered porches,screened in patios,a mahogony deck,flowering perennials,and a two car garage add to the homes curb appeal-new windows-roof-mechanicals-central air-enjoy the pleasures of living at the beach...
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Sale history for 281 Penfield Rd
$391/sq ft
$443/sq ft
$443/sq ft
$464/sq ft
$496/sq ft
$433/sq ft
$443/sq ft
Tax history for 281 Penfield Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Garage Information
- Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking
- Garages Number: 2
Interior
- Interior Information
- Total Rooms: 9
- Laundry Room Info: Main Level
- Fireplaces Total: 3
- Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
- Appliances Included: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 2
- # of Baths (Half): 1
- Bedroom Information
- Beds Total: 4
- Room Information
- Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
- Room Count: 10
- Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Storage
- Has Attic
- Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
- Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
- Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Porch-Screened
- Lot Information
- Lot Description: In Flood Zone, Level Lot
- Building Information
- Foundation Type: Stone
- Construction Description: Frame
- Color: taupe
- Property Information
- Waterfront Description: Water Community, Beach, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
- Property Type: Single Family For Sale
- Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2368
- Driveway Type: Paved, Asphalt
Financial
- Assessments Information
- Assessed Value: $634,760
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Public Water Connected
- Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
- Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
- Heat Type: Baseboard, Zoned
- Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Location
- School Information
- Middle Jr High School: Tomlinson
- High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
- Elementary School: Roger Sherman
- Location Information
- State: Connecticut
- Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
- Flood Zone
- Directions: 281 Penfield Road
- County: Fairfield
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 2.5
- Sq. Ft.: 2,368
- Stories: 3.0
- Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1927
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Fairfield County
- APN: 127834
Other
- Documents & Disclosures
- Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
65% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
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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5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 3269 Sq. Ft. | $2,235,838 |
5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 4856 Sq. Ft. | $4,119,621 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3374 Sq. Ft. | $2,523,875 |
2 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2088 Sq. Ft. | $1,694,067 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2952 Sq. Ft. | $1,915,099 |
4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3218 Sq. Ft. | $2,468,811 |
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