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Fairfield, CT / SOLD
81 Birch RoadFairfield, CT 06824
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Sale Price$2,575,000ClosedSeptember 16, 2025
Open house
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24111791- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,510
- Year built
- 2008
- Acres
- 0.22
- Property taxes
- $28,558
July 2025-June 2026
Read the full listing description
Live the ultimate coastal lifestyle in this sensational 5-6 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom Nantucket-style Colonial w/brand new Gunite pool. Set on an oversized, wide lot, this home was recently reimagined by one of Fairfield County's most acclaimed interior designers. Sun-flooded w/9' ceilings & a breezy beach-inspired layout, every detail feels custom & elevated: coffered ceilings, transom doorways, panel moldings, oversized windows, French doors & beautiful built-ins throughout. Gorgeous formal living room & dining rooms. Designer kitchen w/quartz island, top of the line appliances & walk-in pantry. Expansive great room w/gas fireplace & casual dining area w/French doors. Stunning primary suite w/vaulted ceilings, dual walk-in-closets & en-suite bath. Additional bedrooms all graciously sized w/California closets w/both Jack and Jill and en-suite configurations. 3rd floor w/5th/6th bedroom, full bath & additional separate office area. Paradise awaits in the backyard: a show-stopping custom Gunite pool w/auto-close cover & extra-wide bluestone coping, surrounded by multiple bluestone patio areas, specimen trees & plantings, lush lawn, irrigation system & exquisite masonry--creating a truly private, resort-like oasis. Walk to downtown Fairfield restaurants, music venues, public library, Penfield & Jennings Beach, Sherman School playground & fields. Attached 2 car garage, gas, sewer, public water, tons of storage, FEMA compliant. A rare blend of luxury, lifestyle & location:this is it.
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 | $2,575,000 | |
| Original list price | $2,595,000 | |
| Closed price | $2,299,000 | |
| Original list price | $2,299,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $2,575,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $32,188. 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 Raveis Real Estate
Kate Cacciatore
SmartMLS · Listing #24111791 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 6:27 PM EDT.
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