The beach home that you have been waiting for has officially arrived. Perfectly located in one of Fairfield's most loved neighborhoods, this beautiful, move-in ready home at 896 Riverside Drive offers an easy lifestyle & is moments to the beach, marina & vibrant town center. Thoughtfully enhanced w/ recent upgrades including a new A/C system, new hot water heater, updated appliances, fresh interior paint & a newly fenced backyard all combine to create a maintenance free lifestyle. Designed for everyday living & festive entertaining, the sun-drenched open floor plan showcases abundant windows, 9 ft. ceilings & an effortless flow throughout the main level. The spacious eat-in kitchen is appointed w/ great counter space, pantry & opens seamlessly to the dining area & inviting family room, complete w/ a fireplace, built-ins & direct access to the outdoor deck for extending indoor living to the outdoors. A stylish half bath & attached garage access complete the 1st level. Upstairs, you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms, including a serene primary suite w/ a private en-suite bath & walk-in closet, along w/ a large laundry room offering exceptional convenience & storage. Step outside to your private, peaceful & fenced backyard that connects to quiet cul de sac featuring a deck & beautifully manicured yard, an ideal setting for enjoying coastal living. Ideally located w/in walking distance to the marina, beach, train, parks, schools & town. This is an ideal & carefree lifestyle. Please click the link to view the Virtual 360 Tour.
For sale
$1,349,900
896 Riverside Drive, Fairfield, CT 06824
3beds
2,074sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$1,332,500 Zestimate®
$651/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private en-suite bathAbundant windowsSerene primary suiteStylish half bathBeautifully manicured yardWalk-in closetNewly fenced backyard
- 17 days |
- 2,642 |
- 85 |
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Listed by:
Jackie Davis & Team At William Raveis Real Estate,
Jackie Davis (203)258-9912,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-255-6841
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24170687
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 214.23 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 19.3
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 179.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 13.2
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 13
Den
- Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 384.37 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.3 x 28.9
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Dining Area, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 321.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 20.1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,074
- Total interior livable area: 2,074 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,074
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Fencing: Full
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Level, In Flood Zone
Details
- Parcel number: 127970
- Zoning: A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fairfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $651/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $457,800
- Annual tax amount: $12,997
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
Estimated market value
$1,332,500
$1.27M - $1.40M
$7,008/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,349,900+105.9%$651/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24170687 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2016 | Sold | $655,500+47.6%$316/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99146754 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2001 | Sold | $444,000+255.2%$214/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2001 | Sold | $125,000$60/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,997 +1.8% | $457,800 |
| 2024 | $12,773 +1.4% | $457,800 |
| 2023 | $12,594 +1% | $457,800 |
| 2022 | $12,470 +1% | $457,800 |
| 2021 | $12,351 +1% | $457,800 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $12,233 | $456,610 |
| 2019 | $12,233 +1.6% | $456,610 |
| 2018 | $12,036 +2.1% | $456,610 |
| 2017 | $11,790 +1.5% | $456,610 |
| 2016 | $11,621 | $456,610 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06824
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sherman SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Roger Ludlowe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Fairfield Ludlowe High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roger Sherman
- Middle: Roger Ludlowe
- High: Fairfield Ludlowe
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