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261 Westport Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06824
$590,000
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Property Description
Nestled at the end of a quiet road on the Fairfield/Westport Connecticut Border, awaits an idyllic country home, filled w/ celebrity history. This was once the home of Milton H Greene, a New York based fashion & celebrity photographer, who photographed Marilyn Monroe at this very home which she visited often. This home sits on 2.36 acres of picturesque Aspetuck riverfront property. Additionally, this unique home, is being offered along with a 2.9 acre piece of land directly across the river at 18 Hunts Lane in the town of Weston CT, priced at $675,000. This unspoiled land of Weston is under dual ownership & is conjoined by a waterfall uniquely & also under same ownership. The original purpose of the purchase of the 2 properties was to create a beautiful & rare compound of riverfront privacy. The river is also an incredible & refreshing place to swim. The two properties can be conjoined by an approved foot bridge for easy access to & from both sides. The wooded Weston side is indeed buildable or can be left unspoiled for its natural forest view. 261 Westport Turnpike Fairfield features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors & spectacular double sided wood burning fireplace. The home is filled with history, charm and it is flooded with natural sunlight. Relax in this home with park like views, serene atmosphere, yet a 12-minute drive to the town of Westport or Fairfield. Additionally, it is only 55 miles away from Manhattan. This home and property is truly one of a kind.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 261 Westport Turnpike
General
- Sold For: $590,000
- Taxes: (July 2023-June 2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 170617330
- Added to Site: 130 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Bonus Room, Foyer
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bath: Tub w/Shower, Main
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Main
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Main
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom - Built-Ins, Full Bath, Tub w/Shower, Hardwood Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Family Room - Cathedral Ceiling, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Skylight, Tile Floor, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Neighborhood: Greenfield Hill
- Driving Directions: Westport turnpike to Saw Mill road, where Saw Mill forks bare left and follow the driveway past the white home on your right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Burr
- Middle School: Per Board of Ed
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Fairfield Warde
Community
- Community Name: Greenfield Hill
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Propane
- Heating Fuel: Propane
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farm House
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 1,966
- Above Ground: 1,966 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1937
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.36
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Shared
- Zoning: AAA
- Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Dry, Cleared, Secluded, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Beach Rights
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $388,780
- Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 136643
Listed and Sold by William Raveis Real Estate, Jackie Davis & Team At William Raveis Real Estate, Lisa Mancini
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Schools
Schools serving 261 Westport Turnpike
School District:Fairfield School District
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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1960 Burr St, Fairfield, CT 06824 | PK-5 | 2.5 mi | |
200 Unquowa Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824 | 6-8 | 5.4 mi | |
755 Melville Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825 | 9-12 | 5.3 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 261 Westport Turnpike
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/03/2024
Sold
$590,000
-15.59%
MLS
3/06/2024
Price Reduced
$699,000
-22.25%
MLS
2/12/2024
Price Reduced
$899,000
-18.27%
MLS
1/10/2024
Listed
$1,100,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
261 Westport Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06824 (MLS# 170617330) is a Single Family property that was sold at $590,000 on May 03, 2024. Want to learn more about 261 Westport Turnpike? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fairfield? You can browse all Fairfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.