Privacy and charm meet in this modernized antique salt box colonial nestled in Greenfield Hill. The home was fully updated in 2017 and originally built by the historic Staples family. Renovations include kitchen, baths, furnace, roof, and plumbing. This home is complete with natural wide plank hard wood floors which maintain the original character. The estate sits on almost two acres of private land. Upon rear entry, you will find a spacious mudroom that leads into stunning kitchen complete with vaulted ceilings, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, bay window breakfast nook, and abundant light from all directions. Kitchen has open concept flow into the oversized dining room, living room, office, and bathroom. Stroll down the stunning wood floors to your oversized living room complete with ample light boasting a bright airy feel. Home has 4 fireplaces that will convey as is. The second level you will find 4 bedrooms including one large primary bedroom. The primary comes with a large walk-in closet and additional storage space. There is a walk-up attic that can be finished if additional space is desired. Home has a large two car garage that sits on a flat professionally landscaped lot. The entire house was painted this year as well. All of this in a completely turn-key, picket fence, updated and spacious home, with an ease-of-flow floorplan and extremely convenient location that is just minutes to shopping, dining, schools, highways, train, golf course and trails.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1834
Living Area: 1,981 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Office Phone: (203) 429-4020
Listing Agent: Michael Debiase
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Basement: Yes
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: Trees/Woods
Exterior: Patio
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Detached Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Wooded, Level
Lot Size: 1.87 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Fairfield Warde High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Tomlinson Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Burr Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: gps friendly
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $789,000
Price Per SqFt: $398/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $9,282
Tax Year: 2021
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
8
/10
Burr Elementary School
1960 Burr St
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Middle School
6
/10
Tomlinson Middle School
200 Unquowa Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.30 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
7
/10
Fairfield Warde High School
755 Melville Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.28 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Burr Elementary School
1960 Burr St
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
North Stratfield School
190 Putting Green Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Jennings School
31 Palm Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.72 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Tomlinson Middle School
200 Unquowa Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.30 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Discovery Interdistrict Magnet School
1571 Stratfield Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.55 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-8
6
/10
Fairfield Woods Middle School
1115 Fairfield Woods Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.71 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Fairfield Warde High School
755 Melville Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.28 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
2
/10
Central High School
1 Lincoln Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school3.49 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
9
/10
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
785 Unquowa Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.90 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $194,697. Residents of Fairfield, CT typically earn $200k+ each year. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1477 Congress St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1477 Congress St property is $789,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1477 Congress St is a house located in Fairfield, Connecticut, 06825.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1477 Congress St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 1477 Congress St are: Burr Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Tomlinson Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Fairfield Warde High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $9,282 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on April 18, 2017 for $522,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1477 Congress St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1477 Congress St is 1,981 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1477 Congress St is 1834.
This home is located at 1477 Congress St in Fairfield, CT and zip code 06825. This 1,981 square foot home, which was built in 1834, sits on a 1.87 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $789,000.
Fairfield, CT housing market in April 2024 saw over 31 listings sold above listed price, more than 12 sold at listed price and over 15 sold below. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Fairfield, CT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 28.6%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.