581 Riverside Drive
Fairfield, CT 06824
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,079 sqft (on 0.39 acres)
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,079 sqft
(on 0.39 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Beautifully renovated & designer inspired Beach neighborhood home just around the corner from the beach & marina! Enjoy tranquil salt marsh views, expansive fenced property, refreshing pool & stone patio with pergola & firepit. This home is an entertaining oasis! Inside you'll find inviting an open floorplan with private living space as well. Spacious kitchen and dining area with many amenities including large center island, 48" gas range with grill & griddle, beverage fridge, ice maker, compactor and more. Stunning living room with built-ins, shiplap ceiling & fireplace. Versatile 1st floor 5th bedroom or office with an adjacent full bath completes the main level. Light filled primary bedroom will inspire you with vaulted ceilings, private marsh front balcony, walk-in closets plus 2 additional closets and ensuite bath. 3 additional bedrooms finish off the upper level. Awesome bonus room with bathroom above the garage with more gorgeous salt marsh vistas, perfect for family room, office or bedroom. Enjoy this amazing location for viewing our 4th of July Fireworks! Nature enthusiasts will love the nearby Ash Creek estuary, featuring tranquil water views and scenic walking trails, picnic grills & playground. Nestled in a convenient beach area neighborhood, minutes to train, vibrant Fairfield town center & scenic Southport village. Walk to everything! Waterfront community 50 miles from NYC offering coastal charm, historic character, wonderful dinning, shopping & arts.
581 Riverside Drive, Fairfield, CT 06824 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,079 sqft single-family home built in 1937. It last sold for $1,785,000 on Jan 24, 2025 (5% above the $1,695,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,926,200, with a rent estimate of $7,950/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 581 Riverside Drive
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Interior Details Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3079 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Wine Cooler, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: StoneHas a Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached |
Pool Pool: In GroundPool |
Frontage Waterfront: Beach Access, Water CommunityNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 3079 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1937 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: ClapboardNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Not Included in Sale: Pink sconces in officeParcel Number: 127029 |
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Price List Price: $1,695,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Oct 28 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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Building Area Building Area: 3079 Square Feet |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.39 acres |
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BasementMls Number: 24050737Attic: Pull Down StairsAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 3079 |
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Katie O'Grady, (203) 913-7777
Compass Connecticut, LLC, (203) 489-6499
Bought with: Susan E. Tortora, (203) 331-3395, William Raveis Real Estate, (203) 255-6841
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24050737

Price History for 581 Riverside Drive
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 01/24/2025 | $1,785,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #24050737 |
| 12/16/2024 | $1,695,000 | Pending | Smart MLS #24050737 |
| 10/03/2024 | $1,695,000 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #24050737 |
| 05/31/2005 | $950,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #98233446 |
| 03/14/1997 | $231,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #96030192 |
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
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $15,694 |
| Assessment | $552,790 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 581 Riverside Drive
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.12 | Single-Family Home | $1,325,000 | 12/02/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,384 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $2,100,000 | 05/11/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,533 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $1,700,000 | 03/19/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,670 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $2,040,000 | 06/30/26 | 5 | 3 | 3,709 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $1,662,000 | 10/27/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,648 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $2,355,000 | 07/01/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,950 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $1,750,000 | 10/17/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,132 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $1,150,000 | 08/12/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,525 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $2,515,000 | 11/18/25 | 4 | 5 | 3,726 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $1,600,000 | 07/29/25 | 5 | 3 | 2,750 |
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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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