About the Home
Experience the epitome of coastal living & convenience at 521 Penfield Rd. Nestled in the heart of the beach area, two blocks from the sandy shores & a leisurely stroll from vibrant downtown Fairfield. A stunningly remodeled home offering the ideal blend of location & luxury. Upon entering you will be greeted by the spacious open floorplan, an abundance of windows, extensive custom trim work & arched doorways throughout. A thoughtfully designed addition was completed in 2016 by renowned builder Thomas Kane. The renovations include an additional 5th bedroom with full bath, a private first-floor office with built-ins & French doors, & the finished 3rd-floor flex space. The rooftop deck offers panoramic views, & endless sunsets; the perfect spot to unwind after a busy day. The primary bedroom serves as a luxurious retreat, boasting double walk-in closets, tray ceiling, & exquisite trim. Four additional bedrooms offer ample accommodation, including two ensuite for added privacy. Abundant closet space, lots of 3rd floor storage space, generator ready & central vac are just some of the additional special features. The professionally landscaped yard exudes tranquility. Fully fenced for privacy and featuring mature plantings, bluestone patio, outdoor shower, irrigation system & invisible pet fence. The oversized garage has additional storage & the driveway accommodates up to 5 parked cars. Welcome Home!
Rooms & Interior
Room Details
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Dining Room (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
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Living Room (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Family Room (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor
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Office (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor
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Rec/Play Room (Upper Level)
Balcony/Deck, Hardwood Floor, On 3rd Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Eat In Kitchen (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Dining Area, Island, Hardwood Floor
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Primary Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
Home Features
Heating
- Fireplaces: 2
- Heating: hot air, zoned
- Heat fuel type: natural gas
Cooling
- Ceiling fans
- Central air
- Zoned
Interior Features
- Auto garage door opener
- Cable - available
- Central vacuum
- Open floor plan
- Security system
Appliances
- Gas range
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Energy Features
- Generator ready
- Storm doors
- Thermopane windows
Exterior Features
- Balcony
- Gutters
- Lighting
- Underground sprinkler
- Patio
Property Details
Parking
- Garage spaces: 1
- Attached garage
- Paved
- Off street parking
- Driveway
Waterfront
- Walk to water
- Beach rights
- Water community
Lot Details
- Lot surface: 0.23 acres
- Fence - wood
- Fence - electric pet
- Fence - privacy
- Fence - full
- Level lot
- Professionally landscaped
- Flood zone: Yes
Utilities
- Water: public water connected
- Sewage: pub. sewer connected
Near-by Amenities
- Health club
- Library
- Medical facilities
- Park
- Private rec facilities
- Shopping/mall
- Tennis courts
Construction Details
- Style
- colonial
- Construction year
- 2005
- Exterior Siding
- shingle, wood
- Foundation
- concrete
- Roof
- asphalt shingle
Area & Town
This home is located in Fairfield Beach neighborhood, in the town of Fairfield.
- $1.63M med. price
- 31 homes for sale
- $885K med. price
- 140 homes for sale
Finance & Listing Info
Status |
Closed |
Listing date |
May 08, 2024 |
Closed date |
May 30, 2024 |
Days on market |
22 days |
List price |
$ 2,150,000 |
Close price |
$ 2,150,000 |
Sale-to-list ratio |
100% |
Tax amount |
$ 25,641 |
Tax year |
july 2023-june 2024 |
Financing used |
Conventional fixed |
MLS ID |
#24005622 |
(c) 2025 Based on information provided to and compiled by the Smart MLS, Inc.