Stunning colonial home is sure to impress with all it has to offer. House was completely rebuilt less than two years ago; thus, this truly is a turnkey property. The home features 3 spacious bedrooms with hardwood floors; bonus room currently used as a guest bedroom; 2 full bathrooms and a half bath; living room; eat in kitchen with a six-foot island, quarts countertops, new appliances, and crisp white kitchen cabinets. Attached two car garage, full size basement, large back yard and vibrant curb appeal make this home a must see.
Sold for $385,000
$385,000
281 Fairfax Street, West Haven, CT 06516
3beds
2,064sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$438,900 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$3,588 Estimated rent
Home value
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$417,000 - $465,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Team Entourage at William Raveis Real Estate,
Maya Basic 203-491-8267,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-876-7507
Bought with:
Steven Jagoda, RES.0821560
Century 21 Scala Group
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24038400
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bath, Tub w/Shower, Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower, Hardwood Floor, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,064
- Total interior livable area: 2,064 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,064
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Garage Door Opener
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1433072
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
- Subdivision: Allingtown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,640
- Annual tax amount: $8,555
- Date on market: 8/10/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2024 | Sold | $385,000-3.8%$187/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $400,000$194/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2024 | Pending sale | $400,000$194/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Price change | $400,000-11.1%$194/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2024 | Price change | $450,000-10%$218/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2024 | Price change | $499,999-11.5%$242/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $565,000+494.7%$274/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24038400 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2020 | Sold | $95,000-13.6%$46/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170334296 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2020 | Listed for sale | $109,900+119.8%$53/sqft |
Source: Total Realty Services LLC #170334296 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2011 | Sold | $50,000-44.4%$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2010 | Listing removed | $90,000$44/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #N301881 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2010 | Price change | $90,000-25%$44/sqft |
Source: Weichert Regional Properties #N301881 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2009 | Price change | $120,000-7.7%$58/sqft |
Source: APPLEWOOD REALTY LLC #M9116465 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $130,000$63/sqft |
Source: APPLEWOOD REALTY LLC #M9116465 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,168 +7.2% | $269,570 +50.9% |
| 2024 | $8,555 +3.2% | $178,640 |
| 2023 | $8,292 +1.8% | $178,640 |
| 2022 | $8,148 -0.1% | $178,640 -0.1% |
| 2021 | $8,156 +92.7% | $178,780 +117.5% |
| 2020 | $4,232 +1.6% | $82,180 |
| 2019 | $4,167 +2.8% | $82,180 |
| 2018 | $4,053 +3.2% | $82,180 |
| 2017 | $3,927 +3.2% | $82,180 |
| 2016 | $3,807 +3.1% | $82,180 -9.4% |
| 2015 | $3,691 +2% | $90,720 |
| 2014 | $3,618 +0.6% | $90,720 |
| 2013 | $3,595 | $90,720 |
| 2012 | $3,595 +2.1% | $90,720 |
| 2011 | $3,520 +0.9% | $90,720 -7.6% |
| 2010 | $3,487 +0.8% | $98,210 |
| 2009 | $3,458 +3.7% | $98,210 |
| 2008 | $3,335 +0.3% | $98,210 |
| 2007 | $3,324 +18% | $98,210 +78% |
| 2005 | $2,818 +8.5% | $55,160 |
| 2003 | $2,597 +11% | $55,160 |
| 2001 | $2,340 | $55,160 |
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Neighborhood: 06516
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