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Sold for $605,000
    • $605,000

    261 Colony Street, Fairfield, CT 06824

    4beds
    1,446sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1936
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $650,300 Zestimate®
    $418/sqft
    $4,809 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $650,300

    $585,000 - $728,000

    $4,809/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 261 Colony Street. Ideally located for convenient Fairfield living, this home offers a flexible layout and room to grow. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath, along with an updated, eat-in kitchen that flows into the dining area and living room. The screened-in porch-perfect for morning coffee or quiet evenings. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedroom and there's also an extra landing space perfect to add a second bathroom. The partially finished lower level offers extra living space for a recreation room, gym, or media area, plus laundry and storage. Centrally located and just minutes away from Fairfield University, the train station, beaches, restaurants, and highways, this home is in a location that makes everyday living easy. With the recent updates already in place and plenty of potential for personal touches, 261 Colony Street is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy convenient living.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Christine Howard 646-239-5676,

    William Raveis Real Estate 203-255-6841

    Bought with:

    Arcy Khan, RES.0810429

    BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24116005MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 324 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18 x 18
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bedroom
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 12
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 80 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10 x 8
    Dining room
    • Features: Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 168 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 14
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10 x 15
    Living room
    • Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 260 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 20
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 156 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 12
    Sun room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6 x 15
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Oil
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Lower Level
    Features
    • Basement: Full,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Concrete
    • Attic: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,446
    • Total interior livable area: 1,446 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,446

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden
    • Waterfront features: Beach Access
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Features: Dry, Level, Cleared
    Details
    • Parcel number: 126853
    • Zoning: B

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Aluminum Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1936

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Basketball Court, Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Pool
    • Subdivision: University
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Fairfield

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $418/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $311,010
    • Annual tax amount: $8,830
    • Date on market: 7/31/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/1/2025Sold$605,000+1%$418/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24116005 Report a problem
    9/26/2025Listed for sale$599,000$414/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #24116005 Report a problem
    9/2/2025Pending sale$599,000$414/sqft
    Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #24116005 Report a problem
    8/7/2025Listed for sale$599,000+59.7%$414/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24116005 Report a problem
    7/30/2020Sold$375,000$259/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170301429 Report a problem
    6/12/2020Pending sale$375,000$259/sqft
    Source: Blue Horse Realty, LLC #170301429 Report a problem
    6/10/2020Listed for sale$375,000+167.9%$259/sqft
    Source: Blue Horse Realty, LLC #170301429 Report a problem
    11/30/1993Sold$140,000$97/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,830 +1.8%$311,010
    2024$8,677 +1.4%$311,010
    2023$8,556 +1%$311,010
    2022$8,472 +1%$311,010
    2021$8,391 +14.2%$311,010 +13.4%
    2020$7,346 $274,190
    2019$7,346 +1.6%$274,190
    2018$7,228 +2.1%$274,190
    2017$7,080 +4.9%$274,190 +0.7%
    2015$6,752 +1.6%$272,370
    2014$6,646 +2%$272,370
    2013$6,518 +6.5%$272,370
    2011$6,120 +1.5%$272,370 -12.9%
    2010$6,027 +2%$312,760
    2009$5,911 +1.7%$312,760
    2008$5,811 +6.7%$312,760
    2007$5,445 +4.4%$312,760
    2006$5,214 +13.7%$312,760 +69.2%
    2005$4,585 +6%$184,870
    2004$4,326 +8.8%$184,870
    2003$3,975 +14.9%$184,870 +56%
    2001$3,460 +85.2%$118,510
    2000$1,868 -41%$118,510
    1999$3,164 $118,510
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06824

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Osborn Hill
    • Middle: Fairfield Woods
    • High: Fairfield Ludlowe

    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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