Fairfield, CT / SOLD

1553 Mill Plain RoadFairfield, CT 06824

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Sale Price$971,000ClosedDecember 19, 2021

Our Take

1553 Mill Plain Road is a 1997 colonial with four bedrooms, two full baths, and one half bath. Hardwood floors run throughout the home, with a living room featuring five-foot windows, a formal dining room with custom millwork, and a family room with fireplace. The eat-in kitchen includes newer stainless-steel appliances, a pantry, and a French slider to the patio. A finished lower level adds flexible areas and storage, while the property also includes a two-car garage and landscaped backyard.

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The buyer could have saved $4,855 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.

See how the commission rebate works ↗

*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.

At a glance

Closed · MLS #170440744
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
2 full / 1 half
Square feet
3,519
Year built
1997
Acres
0.22
Property taxes
$13,190

July 2021-June 2022

What stands out

  • Bluestone patio and landscaped private backyard
  • Living room with five-foot windows
  • Formal dining room with custom millwork
  • Family room with fireplace
  • Eat-in kitchen with newer stainless-steel appliances
  • Primary bedroom with walk-in closet
  • Finished lower level with new carpet and high ceilings
  • Two-car garage
Read the full listing description

Move right into this meticulous colonial in Fairfield's desirable University Area. 3519 sq ft (includes finished lower level). 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bath with hardwood floors throughout the entire home sits on .22 acres with bluestone patio and meticulously landscaped private backyard. Gracious light filled Living Room with 5ft windows, formal Dining Room with custom millwork, Family Room with fireplace, office nook and French Doors to outdoor patio. Eat in Kitchen with newer SS appliances, pantry and French slider leading to outdoor patio. Powder Room, laundry room with sink and 2 car garage access complete the kitchen area. Upstairs is a generous size Master Bedroom with walk in closet, full bath with double sinks, stall shower and separate tub. Three additional bedrooms with large closets, a full hall bath and large linen closet complete the second floor. The very large finished lower level has new carpet and high ceilings perfect for office space, workout area, TV lounging area and play area. There is also ample storage space and mechanical room. Can't beat this AMAZING location. Walk to schools, town, train and bike to beach! This home has it ALL !!!

Schools

Elementary
Riverfield
Middle
Roger Ludlowe
High
Fairfield Ludlowe

Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$971,000
Original list price$869,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $971,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $4,855. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.

Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Lynn Dolan

SmartMLS · Listing #170440744 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:49 PM EDT.

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