38 James Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,542 sqft
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,542 sqft
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$778
Listed
43 days ago
Local Information
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- Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
- Shop & Eat
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Description
HIGHEST & BEST DUE BY 1:00 ON 6/22. Nestled in one of Fairfield's most desirable beach/town neighborhoods, this beautifully renovated home offers the perfect blend of coastal charm & walkable convenience. Stroll to Fairfield's vibrant downtown (farmers markets, live music & many award winning restaurants), the Metro-North train station & local shops, or head the short distance towards L.I. Sound & discover several of Fairfield's stunning beaches. A welcoming foyer sets the tone for the warmth & character found throughout the home. The lovely, white kitchen complete with island, overlooks the professionally landscaped backyard & features a convenient butler's pantry, making entertaining effortless. The cozy family room provides an inviting space to relax with a book or movie, while the spacious dining room is ideal for hosting gatherings. A generous sized living room offers plenty of room for family & guests . Upstairs, you'll find a Primary Suite, 2 additional bedrooms & 2 beautifully updated full bathrooms. The private backyard is a true retreat, featuring mature landscaping, a Trex deck with a charming awning & an outdoor shower; perfect after a day at the beach! A detached, 1 car garage w additional storage & convenience. Additional highlights include central air conditioning & solar panels (20yr. lease thru @ 2040;@ $105/mo), offering both comfort & energy efficiency. This exceptional home combines an unbeatable location, thoughtful updates & timeless appeal.
Home Details for 38 James Street
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Unfinished,Storage Space,Interior Entry,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1542 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Thermopane WindowsDoor: French Doors |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckExterior: Awning(s), Rain Gutters, Garden, LightingFoundation: Concrete PerimeterGardenNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Detached,Driveway,Gravel |
Frontage Waterfront: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Water Community, AccessNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1542 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: 43 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1921 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod |
Building Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionIncludes Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: 132082 |
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Price List Price: $1,199,000Price Per Sqft: $778 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Jun 30 2026Possession Timing: Nego. |
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MLS Status: Under Contract |
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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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Listing Agent Listing ID: 24181768 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1542 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall |
Other Playground |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft |
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Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat, Windows |
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BasementMls Number: 24181768Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractAttic: NoneAttribution Contact: (203) 521-1843Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1542Activation Date: Thu Jun 11 2026 |
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Health ClubLibraryMedical FacilitiesParkPlaygroundPrivate School(s)Public Rec FacilitiesShopping/Mall |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Heidi Cinder, (203) 521-1843
William Raveis Real Estate, (203) 521-1843
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24181768
Also Listed on Smart MLS.
Market trends in Fairfield
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$987K
$49KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.3%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$483
$16MoM
Available listings
178
10MoM
Price History for 38 James Street
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/01/2026 | $1,199,000 | Pending | Smart MLS #24181768 |
| 06/19/2026 | $1,199,000 | PriceChange | Smart MLS #24181768 |
| 06/11/2026 | $1,299,000 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #24181768 |
| 07/15/2005 | $503,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #98229029 |
| 11/30/1989 | $170,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $11,121 |
| Assessment | $391,720 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 38 James Street
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.08 | Single-Family Home | $1,060,000 | 07/08/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,424 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $1,300,000 | 03/02/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,556 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $890,000 | 03/31/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,444 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $1,100,000 | 08/11/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,404 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $1,217,000 | 06/18/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,705 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $950,000 | 12/29/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,668 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $800,000 | 12/10/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,224 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $895,000 | 10/15/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,298 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $1,315,000 | 11/12/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,765 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 38 James Street.
- Sherman School
- K-5
- Public
- 385 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe’re in our second year here and are so impressed with the quality of teaching, administration, and overall resources. This is a terrific elementary school.Parent Review2y ago - Roger Ludlowe Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 764 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAmazing teachers, beautiful building, and a great community. The students are all really proud of their school and it shows!Parent Review16y ago - Fairfield Ludlowe High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1367 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThey never taught me on how to find a college for students who have autism or a disability. 3. They never taught me on how every college has different academics, Services, sports, clubs, and activities. The auditorium is way too small. You can’t fit everyone in there. Parking was just hell. There wasn’t enough spots for all students and as well they just let people who live close enough to walk drive to school and then people who don’t live close enough to walk won’t get a spot. There’s no baseball field on campus. More facilities on campus will decrease global warming as they don’t have to hire bus transportation and staying on campus burns less fossil fuels. Football season and all other fall sports start too early in the summer time and because of that sometimes people aren’t able to play since they’ll be away. No breakfast is sold at period 2 at all. Sometimes people don’t eat breakfast at all since high school starts at 7:30 pm. Don’t have enough food selections at lunchtime. Senior lounge has doesn’t have enough seats for people to sit next to friends and because of that a lot of the times I sat isolated on the benches in the senior lounge. It doesn’t feel like a new school year, it’s hard to separate others if they’re being too nonsense, not getting along with one another, causing too much trouble, and sometimes one homeroom can become more crowded than another if one student transfers to a different school or if one student transfers to FLHS because you’re locked in the same homeroom all four years of high school.Other Review5y ago 
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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
48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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38 James Street, Fairfield, CT 06824 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,542 sqft single-family home built in 1921. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Smart MLS on Jun 8, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 24181768.