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Fairfield, CT / SOLD
78 Christmas Tree LaneFairfield, CT 06890
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Sale Price$2,560,000ClosedJuly 5, 2022
Open house
Our Take
78 Christmas Tree Lane is a hilltop Southport village home with Harbor and Long Island Sound views, set at the end of a private cul-de-sac. The open-plan main level includes a sun-filled kitchen and family room, along with formal living and dining spaces. Upstairs are a primary suite with Sound views, a junior suite, two guest bedrooms, laundry, and an office alcove. Outdoor features include multiple seating areas, a bluestone patio, stone fireplace, landscaped gardens, and sweeping lawns.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170484530- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 3 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,182
- Year built
- 1953
- Acres
- 0.7
- Property taxes
- $32,599
July 2021-June 2022
What stands out
- Harbor and Long Island Sound views
- End-of-cul-de-sac setting
- Kitchen with two dishwashers and beverage center
- Primary suite overlooking the Sound
- California Closets walk-in closet
- Junior suite and two guest bedrooms
- Bluestone patio with stone fireplace
- Landscaped gardens and sweeping lawns
Read the full listing description
Bald eagles soar daily above this hilltop Southport village home with Harbor and Long Island Sound views. Sited at the end of a private cul-de-sac, the home’s multiple entertaining spaces and water views are complemented by an open floor plan layout. The main level includes a sun-filled kitchen and family room with custom cabinets, two dishwashers, ice machine and beverage center. An elegant living room, dining room, foyer and mud room complete the flowing first floor. Each room includes its own special touches, from an oversized fireplace and bookshelves, to secret cabinets and window seat. Upstairs the primary suite overlooks the Sound with expansive views. There is a walk-in closet designed by California Closets, large bathroom, water closet, heated tile floors and steam shower. A junior suite, two guest bedrooms, laundry room and alcove office create a flexible upstairs layout. The home is completely renovated including a new roof, efficient heating system and an approved pool permit simply awaiting final decisions by a new owner. Many memories have been made at the three fireplaces in the house, and a cigar or s’more is always in order at the outdoor bluestone patio and stone fireplace. With multiple outdoor seating areas, garden shed, landscaped gardens and sweeping lawns, this home offers rare privacy in the center of Southport and is a convenient walk to the village for train, dining or shopping. Meet your sanctuary!
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 | $2,560,000 | |
| Original list price | $2,395,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $2,560,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $32,000. 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
Patricia Randolph
SmartMLS · Listing #170484530 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:45 PM EDT.
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