Ideally located on highly sought-after Mill River Road in the University Area, this wonderful home has been lovingly maintained by its original owners. Convenience abounds from this central location: quick drive to downtown Fairfield shopping & dining, MetroNorth express train station, both I-95 & Merritt Parkway, 5 town beaches, schools & Fairfield University … yet extremely quiet and peaceful! First level features hardwood floors and has a great flow for living and entertaining. Spacious LR has abundant windows w/ lots of natural light. Sunlit DR. Remodeled Kitchen w/ granite counters + comfortable dining area. Family Room w/ charming brick FP for cozy evenings. Delightful Enclosed Porch w/ many windows, built ins, & handy closet is ready for year-round enjoyment with its own heat & AC. Currently used as a playroom, this versatile space would be an amazing home office or 2nd FR. Great sight lines to the beautiful backyard. Updated 1/2 bath & laundry. The 2nd floor, with hardwoods throughout, features a large Primary Bedroom with en suite bath and walk in closet. Two add’l ample Bedrooms + Hall Bath complete the space. The huge, dry Basement is ready to be finished … could be multiple rooms … home office, home gym, playroom … you decide! Oversized 2-car Garage. Private backyard w/ mature plantings, lush green lawn, & low maintenance fence. Composite deck provides maximum enjoyment with low maintenance. Highly regarded school line up: Riverfield, RLMS, Ludlowe. Square footage includes 224 square feet in finished, enclosed porch.
Sold for $825,000 on 08/22/22
$825,000
281 Mill River Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
3beds
2,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,021,300 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$6,218 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 22, 2022 at 01:08pm
Listed by:
Cathy Carrano,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Matthew D. Hyde, RES.0802189
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170501657

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data, Entrance Foyer
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry,Storage Space
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,020
- Total interior livable area: 2,020 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,020
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bath Grab Bars
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 9,583 sqft
- Features: Dry, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 130282
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Green verification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
- Energy efficient items: Windows
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Bocci Court, Golf, Lake, Library, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Fairfield
- Subdivision: University
Services availability

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