Inspired living meets coastal New England charm at 309 Birch Rd in Fairfield. This thoughtfully designed home in the beach area blends elegant millwork, hardwood floors, transom windows, plantation shutters and custom built-ins with natural light throughout. The two-story foyer welcomes you to superior craftsmanship, leading to a private office and front porch, formal dining with wood-burning fireplace and built-ins, and a serene living room overlooking lush grounds. The heart of the home, the eat-in kitchen, features Wolf appliances, Waterworks fixtures, honed Pietra Cardosa schist stone, white cabinetry with seeded glass, quartz island, and breakfast area opening to a two-story family room with vaulted ceiling, brick fireplace, and beverage nook. Upstairs, four bedrooms include a primary suite with tray ceiling, spa-like bath, and a walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms on the second floor have unique attributes - custom built-ins, windowseats, stylish wallpaper, and gorgeous views. The finished third floor adds a 5th en-suite bedroom and bonus room. The fully fenced-in yard, bordered by beautiful landscaping offers space to relax, play, or dine al fresco. A two-car attached garage completes this home with 20 ft ceilings, plenty of storage, and the potential for a lift adding a desirable element for any car enthusiast. Perfectly positioned for the coastal lifestyle of your dreams, this home is just a short stroll to the beach, schools, train station & downtown Fairfield
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$748Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sarah Pritchard Provenzano• William Raveis Real Estate
Est. $10,963 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 309 Birch Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24173340
May 11, 2026
Sold
$2,850,000
$748/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Listed
$2,850,000
$748/sq ft
Smart MLS #24136368
Nov 23, 2025
Listing Removed
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Oct 30, 2025
Listed
$2,985,000
$783/sq ft
Oct 29, 2025
Coming Soon
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Smart MLS #170121570
Dec 17, 2018
Sold
$1,425,000
$374/sq ft
Nov 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 29, 2018
Contingent
—
Sep 4, 2018
Listed
$1,549,900
$407/sq ft
Amazing value in one of Fairfield Beach areas best locations. This custom built home is perfectly sited on a quiet, tree-lined block with an absolutely private yard located only 6 homes to Penfield beach and 6 homes to Sherman school. Like new FEMA compliant 5 bedroom colonial built in 2004 with many recent improvements and updates by current owner. Improvements include but are not limited to: new furnace 2017, new AC 2018 (2nd unit 2010) garage loft built to add abundant additional storage, many custom built-ins, freshly painted inside and out. Open floor plan with living room with wood burning fireplace, oversized dining room leading to kitchen with two story great room. Library with built-ins has French door to sunny porch, mudroom, large 2 car garage. 2nd floor with hardwood floors throughout, spacious master suite, luxurious master bath (pre-plumbed for double sink) and walk in closet. 3 additional generous bedrooms, hall bath. 3rd floor with bedroom, full bath and large family room. Additional storage located in pull down attic. One of the only homes at the beach with 3rd floor plus additional pull down attic storage. Incredibly private back yard with outdoor shower plus seller represents room for pool. Convenient location to town, train and restaurants. Move right in and enjoy the beach lifestyle.
Smart MLS #170094583
Sep 4, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 2018
Listed
$1,599,000
$420/sq ft
Smart MLS #170075553
Jun 12, 2018
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2018
Price Changed
$1,649,000
$433/sq ft
May 1, 2018
Listed
$1,699,000
$446/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 2, 2010
Sold
$1,650,000
$433/sq ft
Smart MLS #98166105
Jun 11, 2003
Listed
$1,325,000
$348/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 6, 2003
Sold
$540,000
$142/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$29,411 (+1.0%)
$486,850 + $582,260
$1,069,110
2022
$29,123 (+1.0%)
$486,850 + $582,260
$1,069,110
2021
$28,845 (+7.1%)
$486,850 + $582,260
$1,069,110
2020
$26,924
$412,090 + $592,900
$1,004,990
2019
$26,924 (+1.6%)
$412,090 + $592,900
$1,004,990
2018
$26,492 (+2.1%)
$412,090 + $592,900
$1,004,990
2017
$25,949 (+1.5%)
$412,090 + $592,900
$1,004,990
2016
$25,577 (+7.5%)
$412,090 + $592,900
$1,004,990
2014
$23,786
$471,380 + $503,440
$974,820
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,811
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
127495
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Security System
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Music Room
Basement Description: Crawl Space, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: Porch, Gutters, Lighting
Lot Information
Lot Description: Fence - Full, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, Beach Rights, Water Community
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 3811
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,069,110
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Other, 65 Gallon Tank