Live the ultimate coastal lifestyle in this sensational 5-6 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom Nantucket-style Colonial w/brand new Gunite pool. Set on an oversized, wide lot, this home was recently reimagined by one of Fairfield County's most acclaimed interior designers. Sun-flooded w/9' ceilings & a breezy beach-inspired layout, every detail feels custom & elevated: coffered ceilings, transom doorways, panel moldings, oversized windows, French doors & beautiful built-ins throughout. Gorgeous formal living room & dining rooms. Designer kitchen w/quartz island, top of the line appliances & walk-in pantry. Expansive great room w/gas fireplace & casual dining area w/French doors. Stunning primary suite w/vaulted ceilings, dual walk-in-closets & en-suite bath. Additional bedrooms all graciously sized w/California closets w/both Jack and Jill and en-suite configurations. 3rd floor w/5th/6th bedroom, full bath & additional separate office area. Paradise awaits in the backyard: a show-stopping custom Gunite pool w/auto-close cover & extra-wide bluestone coping, surrounded by multiple bluestone patio areas, specimen trees & plantings, lush lawn, irrigation system & exquisite masonry--creating a truly private, resort-like oasis. Walk to downtown Fairfield restaurants, music venues, public library, Penfield & Jennings Beach, Sherman School playground & fields. Attached 2 car garage, gas, sewer, public water, tons of storage, FEMA compliant. A rare blend of luxury, lifestyle & location:this is it.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$799Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kate Cacciatore• William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with Lis Reed• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #24111791
Redfin Estimate
$2,803,169
$228K since sold in September 2025$14K since July
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This home's estimate is 5.5% higher than the average sale price ($2.66M) of 6 comparable homes.
Life doesn't get any sweeter than 81 Birch Road...and now this jaw-dropping 5-6 bedroom, 4 1/2 bathroom Nantucket style Colonial home can be yours. Set on an oversized, wide lot, this home has been updated and completely reimagined by one of Fairfield County's most acclaimed interior designers. Sun-flooded with nine-foot ceilings and an open and airy layout, the details in this custom home are exceptional: coffered ceilings, transom doorways, panel moldings, huge windows, French doors and built-ins throughout. Gorgeous formal living room/dining room, kitchen with quartz island, top of the line appliances, and walk-in pantry. Huge great room with gas fireplace and dining area with French doors to bluestone patio. Gorgeous primary suite with vaulted ceilings, separate his and her walk-in-closets and en-suite bathroom. Additional bedrooms all graciously sized with California closets--Jack and Jill and en-suite. Third floor with 5th/6th bedroom with full bath and additional separate office area. Extraordinary professional landscaping with huge bluestone patio, lush grass, specimen trees and plantings, irrigation, gas fire pit, stunning masonry work and jacuzzi make the backyard a slice of paradise. Walk to all that Fairfield has to offer: downtown restaurants, music venues, the public library, Penfield and Jennings Beach and Sherman School playground and playing fields. Room for a pool, attached 2 car garage, gas, sewer, public water, tons of storage, FEMA compliant.
Smart MLS #170161952
Jun 5, 2019
Sold
$1,400,000
$399/sq ft
Jun 3, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Apr 3, 2019
Contingent
—
Feb 25, 2019
Price Changed
$1,459,000
$416/sq ft
Feb 7, 2019
Listed
$1,529,000
$436/sq ft
This custom built Nantucket home has all the upgrades the discerning buyer is looking for in today’s market. Pivotal to this home is the location which is less than 3 minutes to Fairfield's top rated schools, beaches, trains and town center. The home is an architectural masterpiece. No expense was spared when the house was built in 2008. From the moment you step inside the craftsmanship is eye catching. Beautiful millwork includes coffered ceilings, panel molding, transom doorways and built-ins throughout. The custom kitchen with oversized island provides a wonderful gathering place. Luxurious details are felt throughout the home and seen in the five bedrooms. Everywhere you turn the outside beach air flows through the expansive windows, adding an abundance of natural light inside. Relax in the Jacuzzi after a long day or enjoy a glass of wine with friends in the backyard by the stone fire pit. It's all about lifestyle in the Fairfield beach area!
Smart MLS #170054022
Sep 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2018
Price Changed
$1,549,000
$441/sq ft
Feb 26, 2018
Listed
$1,599,000
$456/sq ft
Smart MLS #99103281
Jul 8, 2015
Sold
$1,500,000
$427/sq ft
Jun 7, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 6, 2015
Listed
$1,595,000
$454/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 2010
Sold
$1,550,000
$442/sq ft
Smart MLS #98459205
Apr 15, 2010
Listed
$1,599,000
$456/sq ft
Smart MLS #98406988
Jul 31, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jan 22, 2009
Listed
$1,699,000
$484/sq ft
Smart MLS #98394545
Jan 22, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Sep 17, 2008
Listed
$1,794,000
$511/sq ft
Smart MLS #98376494
Sep 17, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 29, 2008
Listed
$1,995,000
$568/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 4, 2004
Sold
$608,000
$173/sq ft
Smart MLS #98183115
Dec 18, 2003
Listed
$610,000
$174/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$26,781 (+1.0%)
$414,330 + $559,160
$973,490
2022
$26,518 (+1.0%)
$414,330 + $559,160
$973,490
2021
$26,265 (−2.6%)
$414,330 + $559,160
$973,490
2020
$26,972
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2019
$26,972 (+1.6%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2018
$26,540 (+2.1%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2017
$25,996 (+1.5%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2016
$25,623 (+9.2%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2014
$23,471
$440,930 + $521,010
$961,940
Tax history for 81 Birch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$26,781 (+1.0%)
$414,330 + $559,160
$973,490
2022
$26,518 (+1.0%)
$414,330 + $559,160
$973,490
2021
$26,265 (−2.6%)
$414,330 + $559,160
$973,490
2020
$26,972
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2019
$26,972 (+1.6%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2018
$26,540 (+2.1%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2017
$25,996 (+1.5%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2016
$25,623 (+9.2%)
$382,620 + $624,190
$1,006,810
2014
$23,471
$440,930 + $521,010
$961,940
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,360
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
127843
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 Location: 2nd floor
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Basement Description: Crawl Space
Has Attic
Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shake, Cedar, Wood
Exterior Features: Gutters, Stone Wall, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
Lot Information
Lot Description: Fence - Partial, Dry, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: white
Property Information
Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, Beach Rights