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Fairfield, CT / SOLD
26 Spruce StreetFairfield, CT 06890
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Sale Price$1,905,000ClosedAugust 26, 2026
Open house
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24183260- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,163
- Year built
- 1872
- Acres
- 0.35
- Property taxes
- $15,300
July 2026-June 2027
Read the full listing description
SOUTHPORT VILLAGE ITALIANATE VICTORIAN - The Legrand Sherwood | William Northrop House - Circa 1872. Ideally located in Southport Village, this exceptional 3,163 square foot, four bedroom Italianate Victorian has been thoughtfully restored and sensitively updated, blending exceptional architectural elements with beautiful interiors. Designer finishes (marble, tiles, fixtures and hardware), complement the extraordinary original detailing, adding style and sophistication. Set on a beautifully landscaped .35 acre property, this sun-filled home welcomes with an expansive front porch spanning the facade - an inviting setting for quiet mornings or evening gatherings. Inside, graciously scaled rooms, high ceilings, and abundant natural light create an elegant and refined, yet very comfortable atmosphere throughout. The main level features a front-to-back living room with a gas fireplace, library lined with custom bookcases, and beautiful formal dining room - ideal for entertaining. The gorgeous country kitchen, complete with dining area, opens seamlessly to expansive decking and a stunning circular brick terrace designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living and al fresco dining. The exquisite main staircase ascends to to second floor, offering four well-proportioned bedrooms, a cozy and versatile office or den, and convenient laundry area. Additionally, the "secret staircase" reveals a spectacular rooftop cupola, where arched windows frame sweeping 360-degree Village views.
Schools
- Elementary
- Mill Hill
- Middle
- Roger Ludlowe
- High
- Fairfield Ludlowe
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,905,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,495,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,905,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $19,050. 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 Higgins Group Real Estate · (203) 254-9000
Victoria Fingelly
SmartMLS · Listing #24183260 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:21 PM EDT.
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