This is not to be missed! Turn-key Colonial located on a level, .24 acres featuring an open floor plan, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths filled with natural light. As you enter you are immediately impressed with the ship-lap mudroom with built-ins, oversized windows, loads of storage, wood burning fireplace and the exposed beam that separates the dining room and living room. The spacious and bright kitchen offers a breakfast bar as well as a dining area, two pantries, stainless steel appliances, access to the back deck and patio as well as being open to the family room. The second floor features a lovely Master bedroom with cathedral ceiling, full bath and two additional generous sized bedrooms that share a full bath. Not to be missed is the laundry area behind beautiful sliding barn doors. The back yard is amazing - private, fenced, flat, landscaped with a deck, a patio area and even your own Bocce court. Located between Black Rock turnpike and downtown Fairfield you'll love the location for any type of commute with close proximity to Fairfield Metro , I95 and Rte. 15 as well great shopping and dining around the corner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$521Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michael Jabick• Higgins Group Real Estate
Listed by Kim Vartuli• Higgins Group Real Estate
Bought with Michelle Hennessey• William Raveis Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #170439538
Redfin Estimate
$916,630
$307K since sold in November 2021$3,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 21.3% higher than the average sale price ($756K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome home to your turnkey, utterly charming, three bedroom, two and a half bath Colonial. The Belgian block lined walkway leads into a spacious foyer with vaulted ceiling, shiplap details and a cozy wall of fitted storage. Bathed in natural light with oversized windows throughout, the open concept living room and dining room area provide separate entertainment areas detailed with a wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, crown molding, built-in shelving and exposed beams. The bright neutral kitchen contains a breakfast bar as well as a dining area, two pantries, S/S appliances, access to the back deck and patio as well as being open to the family room. The second floor comprises a lovely en-suite Master with a soaring cathedral ceiling and plenty of closet space, two additional, generous bedrooms, roomy hall bath and great laundry spot tucked behind sliding barn doors. The back yard is exceptional - private, fenced, flat, landscaped with a deck, a patio area and even your own Bocce court! Located midpoint between BRT and US1, it’s an outstanding location for any type of commute with close proximity to Fairfield Metro , I95 and Rte. 15 as well great shopping and dining around the corner.
Smart MLS #170195475
Aug 2, 2019
Sold
$485,000
$276/sq ft
Jun 25, 2019
Contingent
—
May 16, 2019
Listed
$499,000
$284/sq ft
A home straight out of a magazine with features that will make your friends & neighbors envious! A Belgian block walkway, stylish sconces & glass paned windows welcome you to this home as sunny on the inside as it is on the outside. The foyer/mudroom is dressed from head to toe with shiplap walls, vaulted ceiling, wooden bench & storage galore. The open concept living room and dining room provide intimate spots for holiday dinners, game nights, and hosting book club. Both rooms are detailed with hardwood floors, crown molding & exposed wooden beams separating the two spaces. Just steps away is the sun-drenched kitchen, which checks off every box...SS appliances, a breakfast bar, breakfast nook, access to the deck, two pantries & open to the family room. You’ll love the surprise under the staircase - a hidden nook, straight from a Pinterest board! The family room, powder room, and access to the lower level finish off the first floor. Upstairs, gleaming hardwood floors continue through 3 bedrooms, incl the stunning master suite designed with a vaulted ceiling and a master bath. Topping off the second floor are two more bedrooms that share a full bathroom and the laundry closet, tucked behind a sliding barn door. The fenced-in backyard is a dream & features a deck, patio, bocce court, and spots for a grill & garden. This home is situated between downtown Fairfield and Black Rock Tpke and within walking distance to shops, the train & eateries, making everyday errands a breeze!
Smart MLS #170143413
May 14, 2019
Listing Removed
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Mar 21, 2019
Price Changed
$519,900
$295/sq ft
Jan 24, 2019
Price Changed
$529,900
$301/sq ft
Nov 12, 2018
Listed
$549,000
$312/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2005
Sold
$490,000
$278/sq ft
Smart MLS #98239752
Jun 2, 2005
Listed
$499,000
$284/sq ft
Smart MLS #98233400
Apr 26, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 19, 2005
Listed
$485,000
$276/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1990
Sold
$125,000
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,980 (+1.0%)
$240,030 + $86,380
$326,410
2022
$8,891 (+1.0%)
$240,030 + $86,380
$326,410
2021
$8,807 (+20.1%)
$240,030 + $86,380
$326,410
2020
$7,331
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2019
$7,331 (+1.6%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2018
$7,213 (+2.1%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2017
$7,065 (+1.5%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2016
$6,964 (−3.9%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2014
$7,249
$207,480 + $89,600
$297,080
Tax history for 89 Rakoczy Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,980 (+1.0%)
$240,030 + $86,380
$326,410
2022
$8,891 (+1.0%)
$240,030 + $86,380
$326,410
2021
$8,807 (+20.1%)
$240,030 + $86,380
$326,410
2020
$7,331
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2019
$7,331 (+1.6%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2018
$7,213 (+2.1%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2017
$7,065 (+1.5%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2016
$6,964 (−3.9%)
$176,050 + $97,580
$273,630
2014
$7,249
$207,480 + $89,600
$297,080
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,760
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
124237
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Ceiling Fans
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher