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Fairfield, CT / SOLD
481 Riverside DriveFairfield, CT 06824
The buyer could have saved $8,625 in brokerage fees*
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Sale Price$1,150,000ClosedAugust 11, 2025
Open house
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24098171- Bedrooms
- 3
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 0 half
- Square feet
- 1,525
- Year built
- 1948
- Acres
- 0.35
- Property taxes
- $10,135
July 2025-June 2026
Read the full listing description
Beach area jewel box! All new turn-key living. Every element has been fully renovated and expanded. New kitchen, new bathrooms, new windows, new roof, new mechanicals and more. Light bright open floor plan featuring open kitchen with quartzite & quartz counters, Bosch appliances and more. Sunny dining room, living room, mudroom/laundry, bedroom and full bath complete the 1st floor. 2 large additional bedrooms and full bath, grace the 2nd floor. This property offers breathtaking views of the salt marsh and marina, and is just steps away from the Fairfield Boat Basin, beach, kayak/paddle board racks, and Jennings Beach Pavilion. Nature enthusiasts will love the nearby Ash Creek estuary, featuring tranquil marshes and scenic walking trails. Nestled in a convenient beach area neighborhood, this location is ideal for those seeking a casual and picturesque lifestyle. The expansive lot also allows ample space for a pool, perfect for enjoying the coastal lifestyle. Located just minutes from vibrant Fairfield town center and train station, scenic Southport village, and harbor, this waterfront community combines historic charm with modern conveniences. Enjoy wonderful dining, shopping, and the arts, all within 50 miles of NYC.
Schools
- Elementary
- Roger Sherman
- Middle
- Roger Ludlowe
- High
- Fairfield Ludlowe
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,150,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,149,000 | |
| Closed price | $655,000 | |
| Original list price | $599,999 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $1,150,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 30% rebate = $8,625. 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 Compass Connecticut, LLC
Katie O'Grady
SmartMLS · Listing #24098171 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:27 PM EDT.
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