July & August in Fairfield never looked so good. Ideally located on historic Old Post Road, this beautifully updated 1756 antique home places you right in the heart of all the summer fun. Grab your morning coffee, stroll downtown for lunch al fresco, enjoy gelato after dinner, catch summer concerts at the gazebo, or hop on the train for a quick day trip into NYC-no car or parking permit needed. When beach days beckon, Fairfield's spectacular beaches, marina, and Audubon Preserve are just a quick bike ride away. Known as the historic C.W. Thorpe House, this stunning home beautifully blends antique charm with modern comfort, featuring a gorgeous Chef's Kitchen, sun-filled entertaining spaces, and breathtaking outdoor living. Enjoy beautifully landscaped and manicured grounds, mature flowering trees, expansive lawn space, and a spacious flagstone patio perfect for summer dining, entertaining, or relaxing after a day at the beach. The ultimate in-town summer retreat with the perfect mix of charm, convenience, and coastal living.
The Ultimate "Walk-To-Everything" Location
1005 Old Post Road is perfectly situated in the historic heart of Fairfield. Leave the car at home-here is how close you are to the absolute best of town: 1 to 5-Minute Walk (Literal Steps Away) Old Post Tavern | 1-Min Walk (approx. 200 feet) - Your neighborhood local for dinner and drinks right around the corner. Historic Fairfield Gazebo & Town Green | 2-Min Walk - Home to the summer concert series and the local Farmers Market. Fairfield Public Library (Main Branch) | 3-Min Walk (0.1 miles) - Stunning historic library right down the street. Downtown Shops & Dining (Post Road) | 3-Min Walk (0.2 miles) - Coffee shops, ice cream, boutiques, and the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre. 6 to 10-Minute Walk (Or a Quick Bike Ride) Fairfield Train Station (Metro-North) | 7-Min Walk (0.4 miles) - An effortless, permit-free stroll for commuters or day-trippers to NYC. CT Audubon Birdcraft Museum & Sanctuary | 6-Min Walk (0.3 miles) - A hidden gem nature escape right in the neighborhood. The Brick Walk Shopping Center | 5-Min Walk (0.2 miles) - Great shopping, fitness studios, and local eateries. The Beach Life (Under 5 Minutes Away) Penfield Beach & Fairfield Beach Pavilions | 4-Min Drive / 15-Min Walk (approx. 0.9 miles) - Beautiful sandy beaches, playgrounds, and views of the Long Island Sound are practically in your backyard.
Summer Furnished Rental July 1 2026- August 31, 2026 $24,500 per month for 2 month lease term
House for rent
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$24,500/mo
1005 Old Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
4beds
2,974sqft
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Single family residence
Available Wed Jul 1 2026
Dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Detached parking
Forced air
What's special
Mature flowering treesBreathtaking outdoor livingExpansive lawn spaceSun-filled entertaining spaces
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,974 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air
Details
- Parcel number: FAIRM180B25
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Fairfield
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $24,500$8/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Listing removed | $24,500$8/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $24,500+126.9%$8/sqft |
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| 5/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/25/2024 | Listed for rent | $10,800$4/sqft |
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| 8/16/2005 | Sold | $1,500,000+265.9%$504/sqft |
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| 10/22/1999 | Sold | $410,000$138/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 06824
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sherman SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Roger Ludlowe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Fairfield Ludlowe High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- Fairfield
- 06824
- 1005 Old Post Rd







