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85 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
$1,499,000
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Property Description
The House on the hill on one of Fairfield most sought-after streets. The Italianate style home dates to 1839 and offers all the period finishing of this eloquent time. The main home has 3452 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, three full baths, large spacious rooms and 5 fireplaces with 2 surrounded in marble. The home flows beautifully with hardwood floors though out and 9ft ceiling on the main level, sun filled windows with trim that go from floor to ceiling. The living room with fireplace, leaded glass bookcases and exquisite cast moldings around the ceiling. The showcase in the family room is the marble fireplace and floor to ceiling windows. Enjoy memorable gatherings in the impressive dining room with elegant, raised panels and lovely built-ins with leaded glass doors. In the basement is the original Kitchen with cooking fireplace and smoker with large windows letting in natural light. The exterior of the home offers a front wrap-around porch to enjoy watching the seasons change over the expansive lawns. A second porch overlooks the backyard and garden. The exterior finishes are impressive with elaborate trims around the windows and doors and roof line. The carriage house offers a 3-room apartment with full bathroom and separate heating system and additional 775 sq. ft. of living space. This incredible property sits on .91 acres of land in a quarter acre zone. You are a short walk to the marina, beach, town, and train station for all your enjoyment.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 85 Old Post Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,499,000
- Taxes: (July 2023-June 2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 24000442
- Added to Site: 94 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Interior Features: Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 15 x 20, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 10 x 14, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 11 x 15, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, 15 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 15 x 16, Upper
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 18 x 13, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 15 x 20, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 16 x 15, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Hardwood Floor, 11 x 12, Upper
- Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Eating Space, Laminate Floor, 14 x 14, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 18 x 15, Main
- Den: Den - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, 15 x 10, Main
- In-Law/Au Pair Suite: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Porch, Wrap Around Deck, Gutters, Guest House
- Color: white
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Unpaved
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Neighborhood: Beach
- Driving Directions: Post rd. to Old Post road first home on the left.Corner of Old Post and Turney
School Information
- Elementary School: Roger Sherman
- Middle School: Roger Ludlowe
- High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
Community
- Community Name: Beach
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator, Steam, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: 40 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Antique
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Hatchway Access, Full With Hatchway
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Flat
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 4,227
- Above Ground: 4,227 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1839
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.92
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Gravel
- Zoning: A
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Sloping Lot, Historic District, Water View
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $585,130
- Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Flood Zone: Yes
- Property ID: 127093
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Schools
Schools serving 85 Old Post Rd
School District:Fairfield School District
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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250 Fern St, Fairfield, CT 06824 | K-5 | 0.6 mi | |
689 Unquowa Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi | |
785 Unquowa Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 85 Old Post Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/14/2024
Sold
$1,499,000
7.15%
MLS
3/13/2024
Listed
$1,399,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
85 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 (MLS# 24000442) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,499,000 on June 14, 2024. This property was listed by Tom Fitzpatrick from our Fairfield Office.Want to learn more about 85 Old Post Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fairfield? You can browse all Fairfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.