Fairfield, CT / SOLD

78 Oakwood DriveFairfield, CT 06824

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 30% 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.

Sale Price$1,000,000ClosedJanuary 7, 2025

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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $7,500 on brokerage fees*

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

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 30% 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 #24060489
Bedrooms
5
BathroomsBaths
3 full / 0 half
Square feet
3,055
Year built
1948
Acres
0.28
Property taxes
$11,468

July 2024-June 2025

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Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-full-bath Colonial, beautifully renovated & located in the highly sought-after University Area of Fairfield. No detail has been overlooked in the transformation of this home, starting with the gourmet kitchen featuring white cabinets, quartz countertops with a striking waterfall edge, stainless steel appliances & a convenient walk-in pantry.The spacious great room, with soaring cathedral ceilings & large windows, provides an abundance of natural light & a great view of the private yard. Also on the main level, you'll find a first-floor bedroom offering flexibility/convenience, a large formal dining room & a gracious living room. The updated main level full bathroom with walk-in shower with glass enclosure adds to the home's appeal, as does the office/den with elegant French doors, perfect for working from home. Upstairs, the second floor boasts 3 additional generously sized bedrooms each featuring large closets with built-ins for added storage plus a primary bedroom suite- a true retreat, complete with a full walk-in closet & a designer bath. The walk-up third level space offers endless potential for future living space, providing additional flexibility as your needs evolve. Other features of the home include built-in audio & alarm system, wiring for a generator & a heated soundproof media room, home office/studio off the back of the garage. Located within close proximity to downtown nightlife, Fairfield Metro and all major highways.

Schools

Elementary
Holland Hill
Middle
Fairfield Woods
High
Fairfield Ludlowe

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

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$1,000,000
Original list price$999,900

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $1,000,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 30% rebate = $7,500. 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 Coldwell Banker Realty

Anthony Fabrizio

SmartMLS · Listing #24060489 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:31 PM EDT.

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