July & August in Fairfield never looked so good Ideally located on historic Old Post Road, this beautifully updated 1756 antique home places you right in the heart of all the summer fun. Grab your morning coffee, stroll downtown for lunch al fresco, enjoy gelato after dinner, catch summer concerts at the gazebo, or hop on the train for a quick day trip into NYC - no car or parking permit needed. When beach days beckon, Fairfield's spectacular beaches, marina, and Audubon Preserve are just a quick bike ride away Known as the historic C.W. Thorpe House, this stunning home beautifully blends antique charm with modern comfort, featuring a gorgeous Chef's Kitchen, sun-filled entertaining spaces, and breathtaking outdoor living. Enjoy beautifully landscaped and manicured grounds, mature flowering trees, expansive lawn space, and a spacious flagstone patio perfect for summer dining, entertaining, or relaxing after a day at the beach. The ultimate in-town summer retreat with the perfect mix of charm, convenience, and coastal living. The Ultimate "Walk-To-Everything" Location 1005 Old Post Road is perfectly situated in the historic heart of Fairfield. Leave the car at home-here is how close you are to the absolute best of town: 1 to 5-Minute Walk (Literal Steps Away) Old Post Tavern | 1-Min Walk (approx. 200 feet) - Your neighborhood local for dinner and drinks right around the corner. Historic Fairfield Gazebo & Town Green | 2-Min Walk - Home to the summer concert series and the local Farmers Market. Fairfield Public Library (Main Branch) | 3-Min Walk (0.1 miles) - Stunning historic library right down the street. Downtown Shops & Dining (Post Road) | 3-Min Walk (0.2 miles) - Coffee shops, ice cream, boutiques, and the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre. 6 to 10-Minute Walk (Or a Quick Bike Ride) Fairfield Train Station (Metro-North) | 7-Min Walk (0.4 miles) - An effortless, permit-free stroll for commuters or day-trippers to NYC. CT Audubon Birdcraft Museum & Sanctuary | 6-Min Walk (0.3 miles) - A hidden gem nature escape right in the neighborhood. The Brick Walk Shopping Center | 5-Min Walk (0.2 miles) - Great shopping, fitness studios, and local eateries. The Beach Life (Under 5 Minutes Away) Penfield Beach & Fairfield Beach Pavilions | 4-Min Drive / 15-Min Walk (approx. 0.9 miles) - Beautiful sandy beaches, playgrounds, and views of the Long Island Sound are practically in your backyard.
House for rent
$24,500/mo
Fees may apply
1005 Old Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
4beds
3,474sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges. Learn more|
Singlefamily
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
4 Parking spaces parking
Natural gas, fireplace
What's special
Mature flowering treesBreathtaking outdoor livingExpansive lawn spaceSun-filled entertaining spaces
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit, Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,474 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Architecture Style: Antique, Association Fees included in rent, Beach Access, Cable included in rent, Common Area Maintenance included in rent, Driveway, Electricity included in rent, Entrance Foyer, Exterior Maintenance included in rent, French Doors, Garden, Gas Water Heater, Gravel, Grounds Care included in rent, Health Club, Heating system: Hot Water, Heating: Gas, Hot water included in rent, Level, Library, Lighting, Lot Features: Level, Main Level, Maintenance/Repairs included in rent, Medical Facilities, Near Public Transport, Oven/Range, Patio, Public Rec Facilities, Rain Gutters, Sewage included in rent, Shopping/Mall, Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Taxes included in rent, Tennis Court(s), Terrace, Thermopane Windows, Underground Sprinkler, Water Heater
Details
- Parcel number: FAIRM180B25
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1756
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable, Electricity, Sewage
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s)
HOA
- Amenities included: Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Fairfield
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Summer,Month To Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $24,500+126.9%$7/sqft |
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| 5/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/25/2024 | Listed for rent | $10,800$3/sqft |
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| 8/16/2005 | Sold | $1,500,000+265.9%$432/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/1999 | Sold | $410,000$118/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 06824
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sherman SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Roger Ludlowe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Fairfield Ludlowe High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- Fairfield
- 06824
- 1005 Old Post Rd



