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Sold for $975,000
  • $975,000

    159 Tahmore Drive, Fairfield, CT 06825

    5beds
    2,937sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1951
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $1,625,400 Zestimate®
    $332/sqft
    $6,426 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,625,400

    $1.40M - $1.90M

    $6,426/mo

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    What's special

    Lake Hills Retreat! Escape to an oasis in your own private backyard. This expanded cape is one of the few houses on Tahmore that boasts a direct waterfront lot and dock. Enjoy million dollar views from the great room featuring vaulted ceilings, kitchen with island and breakfast bar, dining space, stone fireplace all leading out to an expansive deck. There is a newly finished 2nd floor primary bedroom with bathroom as well as 4 additional bedrooms including a possible primary suite on the first floor. Large level backyard, easy access to 5 private Lake Hills Association beaches, move right in and begin enjoying boating, kayaking, swimming, fishing right out your back door.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Team AFA at William Raveis Real Estate,

    Leann Ratner 203-258-2427,

    William Raveis Real Estate 203-255-6841

    Bought with:

    Nancy Freedman, RES.0766031

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24028789MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Level: Main
    Great room
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, French Doors
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
    • Level: Main
    Office
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Upper
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Basement: Full,Partially Finished
    • Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,937
    • Total interior livable area: 2,937 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,937

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: None, Paved, Driveway, Asphalt
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring, Beach Access, Association Required, Water Community, Access
    Lot
    • Size: 0.46 Acres
    • Features: Level, In Flood Zone
    Details
    • Parcel number: 121747
    • Zoning: R3

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1951

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Lake, Library, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport
    • Subdivision: Lake Hills
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Gardening Area, Park, Playground, Lake/Beach Access
    • HOA fee: $400 annually
    Location
    • Region: Fairfield

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $332/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $514,290
    • Annual tax amount: $14,349
    • Date on market: 7/3/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/25/2024Sold$975,000+2.6%$332/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24028789 Report a problem
    9/17/2024Listed for sale$950,000$323/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #24028789 Report a problem
    8/2/2024Pending sale$950,000$323/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #24028789 Report a problem
    7/8/2024Listed for sale$950,000+18.9%$323/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24028789 Report a problem
    8/30/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Smart MLS #170415751 Report a problem
    7/24/2021Price change$799,000-6%$272/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170415751 Report a problem
    7/1/2021Listed for sale$850,000+198.2%$289/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170415751 Report a problem
    3/1/1996Sold$285,000$97/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #95032806 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,601 +1.8%$514,290
    2024$14,349 +1.4%$514,290
    2023$14,148 +1%$514,290
    2022$14,009 +1%$514,290
    2021$13,876 -4.9%$514,290 -5.6%
    2020$14,592 $544,670
    2019$14,592 +17.9%$544,670 +16%
    2018$12,376 +2.1%$469,490
    2017$12,122 +1.4%$469,490
    2016$11,949 $469,490
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06825

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Jennings
    • Middle: Fairfield Woods
    • High: Fairfield Warde

    Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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