288 Birch Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,924 sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,924 sqft
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Description
LOCATION! LOCATION! LIFESTYLE! Welcome to 288 Birch Road, in the HEART Fairfield's coveted BEACH AREA! This charming colonial is nestled in one of Fairfield's most sought-after streets, just minutes away from your favorite beaches, restaurants, train, Sherman school, downtown & more! Set beautifully on a picturesque level property w/ 2 steps to your front door, this bright & airy 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home boasts hardwood floors, Central air, an attached garage, expansive driveway & many updates. The amazing flow starts with the entry foyer flowing to the Living Room, working seamlessly into the Dining Room opening to the Sunroom/Den & sun-drenched Kitchen. The floor plan is perfect for entertaining or spending time w/ family & friends. The spacious kitchen equipped w/newer stainless steel appliances features a long island w/ panoramic views of the backyard, wood-paneled vaulted ceilings, and plenty of bar seating for casual dining. The 4-season Sunroom offers many options: casual dining, lounging w/ friends, a home office, or just curling up w/ a book by the wood burning stove. Step onto the expansive weather-proof Trex deck & enjoy al fresco dining overlooking your lush backyard w/ plenty of room for a future pool, gardens, & playtime. The Upper Level offers 3 spacious Bedrooms, a 2nd renovated full Bathroom & spacious laundry room. Move right-in, unpack & enjoy or add your personal touch to make it your perfect "Home Sweet Home" in a neighborhood you will ABSOLUTELY love!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 04, 2024
Home Highlights
Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 288 Birch Road
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Interior Details Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1924 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Gas on GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas On Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckExterior: Rain Gutters, GardenFoundation: BlockGardenNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Paved,Off Street,Driveway,Private |
Frontage Waterfront: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Water CommunityNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1924 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1947 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: 127553 |
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Price List Price: $1,250,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Thu Sep 19 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: FairfieldCommunity: Beach |
School Information Elementary School: Roger ShermanJr High / Middle School: Roger LudloweHigh School: Fairfield Ludlowe |
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Buyer Agent Buyer Company Name: Jackie Davis & Team At William Raveis Real Estate |
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Building Area Building Area: 1924 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Basketball Court, Golf, Health Club, Library, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s) |
Other Playground |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft |
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Mls Number: 24033946Attic: NoneAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1924 |
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Basketball CourtGolfHealth ClubLibraryPlaygroundPublic Rec FacilitiesShopping/MallTennis Court(s) |
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Julie Vanderblue, (203) 257-6994
Higgins Group Real Estate, (203) 254-9000
Co-Listing Agent: Valerie Alexa Alvarez, (203) 224-0361
Higgins Group Real Estate, (203) 254-9000
Bought with: Jackie Davis, (203) 258-9912, William Raveis Real Estate, (203) 255-6841
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24033946

Price History for 288 Birch Road
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/04/2024 | $1,210,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #24033946 |
| 07/26/2024 | $1,250,000 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #24033946 |
| 06/24/2024 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 06/04/2024 | $10,512 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 05/06/2024 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 04/24/2024 | $10,512 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 07/17/2023 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 06/26/2023 | $12,000 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 05/30/2022 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rental Manager | |
| 05/20/2022 | $10,410 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 11/08/2021 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rental Manager | |
| 10/08/2021 | $10,410 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 08/15/2021 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rental Manager | |
| 08/04/2021 | $10,410 | PriceChange | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 07/15/2021 | $10,620 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 07/08/2021 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rental Manager | |
| 06/10/2021 | $10,620 | PriceChange | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 06/07/2021 | $8,430 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 02/07/2021 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rental Manager | |
| 01/07/2021 | $8,430 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rental Manager |
| 11/18/2020 | $8,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 10/29/2020 | $8,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 07/27/2020 | $8,430 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/17/2020 | $6,750 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/27/2020 | $5,970 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/24/2020 | $5,400 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Fairfield
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$921K
$34.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.7%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$498
$23MoM
Available listings
168
38MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $16,365 |
| Assessment | $576,450 |
Home facts updated by county records
Homeowner tools
Estimated monthly rent$5,560/mo
Comparable Sales for 288 Birch Road
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.31 | Single-Family Home | $1,200,000 | 10/30/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,164 | |
0.02 | Single-Family Home | $2,100,000 | 12/12/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,832 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $1,875,000 | 03/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,512 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $1,600,000 | 08/15/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,820 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $960,000 | 04/25/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,243 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $2,050,000 | 12/15/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,600 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $1,005,000 | 04/29/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,998 | |
0.67 | Single-Family Home | $1,100,000 | 07/21/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,799 | |
0.63 | Single-Family Home | $950,000 | 12/29/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,668 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $980,000 | 04/07/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,482 |
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What Locals Say about Fairfield
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91 % Say it's dog friendly
87 % Say car is needed
85 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
71 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
66 % Say it's quiet
64 % Say there's wildlife
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
61 % Say there are sidewalks
59 % Say streets are well-lit
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
49 % Say there are community events
47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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288 Birch Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,924 sqft single-family home built in 1947. This property is not currently available for sale. 288 Birch Road was last sold on Oct 4, 2024 for $1,210,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $1,250,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 288 Birch Road is $1,527,400.