A wonderful home for all the right reasons, Location, Convenience, Curb Appeal, Updated, Open Floor Plan, Great Storage & Level Yard w/2 Car Garage. Prepare to fall in love as you step onto the front porch perfect for morning coffee & enter into a cozy front room w/gleaming windows & hardwood floors. Continue to the perfectly sized open dining room & then into a chef's kitchen that sparkles w/ss appliances, plenty of storage, & a sizable island w/counter seating. Here is where you will notice the extensive mill work. The kitchen opens to the family room featuring a central gas fireplace, custom molding & a private, level back yard w/newer stone patio to expand entertaining. Enjoy 3 bedrooms on the 2nd floor. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet w/custom built-ins. The other two bedrooms are good size, one w/walk-in closet & the other w/access to a walk-up attic. The Primary Bath has spa like features including a large walk-in shower, soak tub, premium hardware & stone selections. The other 2 Full baths are also current w/similar top choices. Step down to the Lower Level through tasteful shiplap walls and enter a large screen media room, and/or gym space. The laundry area is generous w/plenty of storage throughout this finished space including two walk-in closets. Bilco doors could be replaced to make this a walk out door entrance for easy access to yard & garage. The University area location is highly desired on a terrific cul-de-sac with easy walking access to all.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$542Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Karen Waldvogel• William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with Karen Scott• Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source:Smart MLS #24071185
Redfin Estimate
$1,348,030
$148K since sold in February 2025$28K since September
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This home's estimate is 3.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.39M) of 6 comparable homes.
Prepare to be WOW’ed! This 3BR/3 full BA totally renovated modern Farmhouse is ideally located in Fairfield’s coveted ‘University’ neighborhood, just 1 mile from the vibrant downtown/train + 2 miles to beaches. With so many reasons to fall in love...from the friendly cul-de-sac views on the welcoming front porch to the beautifully updated interiors + spacious open floor plan...you’ll know immediately this is ‘the one’. Blending the original 1925 charm + character with luxurious, modern-day amenities, this stylish gem has been recently renovated w/ high-end finishes plus a large addition to accommodate the new Family Room w/fireplace, gourmet white Kitchen and spacious Master BR above. Careful attention to detail and meticulous craftsmanship are evident throughout the home, such as tall crown window moldings, extensive millwork, custom walk-in closets and shiplap walls in the sensational lower level. Stunning Media Room, boasting custom built-ins for TV and surround speakers. High tech, ‘smart’ audio speakers are installed throughout the home via the 'Control 4' system w/Ipad + ability to automate further. Lots of storage in walk-up attic, finished LL extra 'mud room' & 2-car garage. Fully fenced, level backyard is ready for your own dream oasis creation. This adorable Fairfield home awaits you, don’t hesitate viewing it today! Fairfield is located just 60 miles from NYC w/ 5 gorgeous beaches, excellent schools and countless activities. Virtual 3D Tour+floor plans available.
'Control 4' is a high-end home automation system. One could add on to include lighting, HVAC etc to make it fully a "smart" house. Bilco doors in lower level could be removed and a walk out door can be created for easy access to yard and detached garage.
Smart MLS #98344992
May 7, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Aug 9, 2007
Listed
$619,000
$249/sq ft
Smart MLS #98316810
Jul 10, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jan 25, 2007
Listed
$679,000
$273/sq ft
Smart MLS #98316804
Jan 25, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jan 25, 2007
Listed
$72,400
$29/sq ft
Smart MLS #98238785
May 26, 2005
Listed
$699,000
$281/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 30, 2005
Sold
$500,000
$201/sq ft
Smart MLS #98227431
Mar 2, 2005
Listed
$519,000
$209/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,447 (+1.0%)
$252,070 + $127,680
$379,750
2022
$10,344 (+1.0%)
$252,070 + $127,680
$379,750
2021
$10,246 (−2.4%)
$252,070 + $127,680
$379,750
2020
$10,502
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2019
$10,502 (+1.6%)
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2018
$10,333 (+2.1%)
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2017
$10,121 (+13.8%)
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2016
$8,890 (−1.1%)
$249,410 + $99,890
$349,300
2014
$8,991
$271,950 + $96,530
$368,480
Tax history for 56 Perry St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,447 (+1.0%)
$252,070 + $127,680
$379,750
2022
$10,344 (+1.0%)
$252,070 + $127,680
$379,750
2021
$10,246 (−2.4%)
$252,070 + $127,680
$379,750
2020
$10,502
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2019
$10,502 (+1.6%)
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2018
$10,333 (+2.1%)
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2017
$10,121 (+13.8%)
$249,410 + $142,590
$392,000
2016
$8,890 (−1.1%)
$249,410 + $99,890
$349,300
2014
$8,991
$271,950 + $96,530
$368,480
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.