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    • $460,000

    71 Nichols Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06825

    3beds
    1,142sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1926
    4,356 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $403/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Opportunity awaits in this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape offering 1,142 sq ft of living space on a quiet cul-de-sac in a highly desirable Fairfield location. Ready for your personal updates & finishing touches, this home presents an excellent opportunity to add your own style while building value. The main level features a spacious living room with a freestanding gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. The eat-in kitchen offers built-in cabinetry, generous workspace, and ample room for everyday dining or entertaining. A convenient main-level laundry area, hardwood floors, & an attached one-car garage enhance everyday comfort and functionality. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and an additional open flex space that is ideal for a home office, reading nook, or sitting area. Step outside to enjoy the private, level backyard, offering plenty of room for outdoor dining, gardening, recreation, or simply relaxing. Ideally located just minutes from Fairfield's vibrant downtown, shopping, dining, parks, beaches, & the Metro-North train station, this home combines everyday convenience with the best of coastal New England living. Whether commuting, exploring the shoreline, or enjoying local restaurants and community amenities, you'll appreciate the exceptional location. Don't miss this opportunity to personalize a classic Cape and enjoy the perfect blend of potential, location, & lifestyle in Fairfield. "Property is Being Sold AS IS."
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    Listed by:

    Scott Wright (203)913-7247,

    RE/MAX Right Choice 203-268-1118

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24189908MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Dining Area, Vinyl Floor
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Attic: None
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,142
      • Total interior livable area: 1,142 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,142

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
      Lot
      • Size: 4,356 Square Feet
      • Features: Level, Cul-De-Sac
      Details
      • Parcel number: 118575
      • Zoning: B

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Shake Siding, Cedar
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1926

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Golf, Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
      • Subdivision: Tunxis Hill
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Fairfield

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $403/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $218,120
      • Annual tax amount: $6,192
      • Date on market: 7/8/2026

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Listed for sale$460,000+124.4%$403/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24189908 Report a problem
        7/27/1989Sold$205,000$180/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,192 +1.7%$218,120
        2024$6,086 +1.4%$218,120
        2023$6,000 +1%$218,120
        2022$5,942 +1%$218,120
        2021$5,885 +10.3%$218,120 +9.5%
        2020$5,337 $199,220
        2019$5,337 +1.6%$199,220
        2018$5,251 +2.1%$199,220
        2017$5,144 +15.2%$199,220 +10.6%
        2015$4,465 +1.6%$180,110
        2014$4,395 +2%$180,110
        2013$4,310 +6.5%$180,110
        2011$4,047 -1.8%$180,110 -15.7%
        2010$4,120 +2%$213,780
        2009$4,040 +1.7%$213,780
        2008$3,972 +6.7%$213,780
        2007$3,722 +4.4%$213,780
        2006$3,564 +2.1%$213,780 +51.9%
        2005$3,489 +6%$140,700
        2004$3,292 +8.8%$140,700
        2003$3,025 +8.7%$140,700 +47.7%
        2001$2,782 +85.3%$95,270
        2000$1,501 -41%$95,270
        1999$2,544 $95,270
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06825

        Getting around

        66 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        36 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: McKinley
        • Middle: Tomlinson
        • High: Fairfield Warde

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