Charming 4-5 bedroom English colonial circa 1932, sited on an over-sized, professionally landscaped property with stone walls, patio and circular driveway. Period details abound with arched doorways, bay windows, French doors, hardwood floors and wide staircase. Chef's eat-in-kitchen with stainless appliances, granite topped island and banquette seating in bay window is the heart of the home. The front-to-back living room features a fireplace and storage cabinets with French doors, providing a special place to display your finest collectibles. Located off the formal living room is a small den which is also perfect for an office or library and provides access to the patio, overlooking the verdant rear grounds. There is also a family room on the main level, located near a full bath, which can be used as a fifth bedroom. Upstairs you will find an enlarged primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, dressing room with French doors, double mirrored closets, marble bath with jetted tub, large shower with frameless glass enclosure and abundant storage. 3 more bedrooms and bath complete this level. A LL features a play room/laundry room and access to 2 car garage. Many updates include refinished hardwood floors, paint, new central air (9/26),tankless hot water heater ('24), furnace ('24), roof ('04), electrical, cedar closet in attic and security system. Desirable Stratfield Village location near Jackman park, shops, universities, houses of worship, farmer's markets and transportation. Much of the furniture can be sold with the home. Make your list now!
For sale
$979,000
96 Benedict Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06825
4beds
2,897sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
0.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$338/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone wallsEnlarged primary suiteWide staircaseCircular drivewayGranite topped islandOver-sized professionally landscaped propertyArched doorways
- 27 days
- 3,477
- 354
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Sydney (203)610-3949,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-255-9900
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24207603
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Dressing Room, French Doors, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 22
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hydro-Tub, Marble Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Bathroom
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Den
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 19
Dining room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Corian Counters, Granite Counters, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 25
Rec play room
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Convection Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Partial,Heated,Sump Pump,Storage Space,Garage Access,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
- Attic: Storage,Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,897
- Total interior livable area: 2,897 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,797
- Finished area below ground: 100
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private, Circular Driveway, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 117845
- Zoning: A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows, Ridge Vents
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Stratfield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fairfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $338/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $707,350
- Annual tax amount: $13,574
- Date on market: 9/17/2026
- Exclusions: Sound system in den and gas grill
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $979,000+237.6%$338/sqft |
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| 7/11/1989 | Sold | $290,000-4.9%$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/1988 | Sold | $305,000$105/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,627 +1.8% | $444,780 |
| 2024 | $12,409 +1.4% | $444,780 |
| 2023 | $12,236 +1% | $444,780 |
| 2022 | $12,116 +1% | $444,780 |
| 2021 | $12,000 -7.6% | $444,780 -8.2% |
| 2020 | $12,981 | $484,540 |
| 2019 | $12,981 +1.6% | $484,540 |
| 2018 | $12,772 +2.1% | $484,540 |
| 2017 | $12,511 +1.5% | $484,540 |
| 2016 | $12,332 | $484,540 |
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Neighborhood: 06825
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Stratfield
- Middle: Tomlinson
- High: Ffld Warde
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






