CLASSIC PERFECTION IN SOUTHPORT VILLAGE - Circa 1834. With an excellent Southport Village location, this impeccably renovated 4 Bedroom. 3.5 Bath historic house is classic perfection inside and out. Light and airy; stunning interiors are bathed in sunlight, presenting designer lighting & finishes, gorgeous wide plank pine flooring, and thoughtful architectural elements throughout 2650+/- square feet of beautiful living space. A most enchanting Writer's Studio with vaulted ceiling & decorative Fireplace offers an additional and versatile 165+/- square feet. Features include a fabulous new Chef's Kitchen, the Living Room and Dining Room, each with Fireplace, a spacious Primary Suite, very charming Front Porch and Veranda, brick and stone walls, an old capped, stone Well, and an extraordinary Terrace enjoying the serenity and privacy of the lush, professionally landscaped property. Just steps to Southport Harbor and train service to and from New York City, this is truly a very special property in a wonderful location! Historic District. FIRST FLOOR: Gracious Main Staircase. Refined Living Room with exposed beam ceiling, wood-burning Fireplace with soap stone surround and hearth, twin corner cupboards, Guest Closet, and access to the attached Garage. Elegant Dining Room with wood-burning Fireplace with brick surround and hearth, and Atrium doors to Terrace. New Chef's Kitchen with wonderful corner Banquette framed by . . . PLEASE OPEN ADDENDUM FOR FURTHER DESCRIPTION oversized picture windows and millwork, Sky White quartzite countertops and backsplashes, plentiful custom cabinetry, Pantry/Broom Closet, and door to Terrace. Premium Appliances include: Thermadore 5-burner Range with Hood, Thermadore Dishwasher, Fisher and Paykel Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, and Disposal. Wallpapered Powder Room with custom marble-top Vanity. Family Room with cabinetry and bookcases, and French Doors to Living Room. SECOND FLOOR: Second Floor Landing with vaulted ceiling. Primary Bedroom Suite with Bed Alcove with vaulted ceiling, and two closets. Primary Bath with free-standing Tub, marble tiled Steam Shower, double marble-top vanity, built-ins for linens, Walk-in Closet, and Laundry. Whimsical Bedroom with windows opening onto a versatile Gallery Hallway. Full Hall Bath with Shower and marble-top vanity. Bedroom with vaulted ceiling. Full Hall Bath with basket weave marble tile flooring, Tub/Shower and marble-top vanity. Bedroom with bank of double windows with splendid Harbor views. WRITER'S STUDIO: Covered Walkway leads to the enchanting Writer's Studio with vaulted ceiling, decorative Fireplace, raised bay of windows, and built-in shelving. (Auxiliary Gas Unit provides Heat and Air-conditioning.) ADDITIONAL: Pull-down Attic Stairs with Interior Access. Crawl Space Basement. Gas Heat/Gas Hot Water/Central Air-conditioning. Asphalt Roof. Irrigation System. Gravel Driveway with Belgian Block Apron at Garage.
Sold for $2,625,000 on 06/30/25
$2,625,000
81 Main Street, Fairfield, CT 06890
4beds
2,615sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1834
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$2,626,300 Zestimate®
$1,004/sqft
$7,740 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2025 at 02:21pm
Listed by:
Victoria Fingelly,
Higgins Group Real Estate
Bought with:
Lynne Nolan, RES.0797748
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Co-Buyer Agent: Michael Mombello
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24098244

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Tub w/Shower, Laundry Hookup, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower, Marble Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Wired for Data, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished,Sump Pump,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,615
- Total interior livable area: 2,615 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,615
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around, Terrace, Porch
- Exterior features: Underground Sprinkler
- Fencing: Wood,Partial,Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Landscaped, Historic District
Details
- Parcel number: 135150
- Zoning: R3
- Other equipment: Generator Ready
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1834
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Southport
- Subdivision: Southport
Services availability
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