Welcome to this charming 4 bedroom Cape set on a deep, level lot in a convenient Fairfield location. This property offers a great opportunity for buyers looking for space, functionality, and the ability to add their own updates over time. The main level features a bright living room with hardwood floors and easy access to the stairway leading up to two additional bedrooms. The kitchen includes ample cabinet space, updated counters, and newer appliances. A large family room with high ceilings sits just off the kitchen, an ideal bonus space for gatherings, play, or a future reimagined living area. Two bedrooms are located on the first floor, with two more bedrooms upstairs, providing flexibility for bedrooms, office space, or guest rooms. The home also includes a full bath with a walk-in shower. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard, perfect for gardening, entertaining, or expansion potential. A detached one-car garage and a long driveway offer plenty of parking. Major improvements include a newer roof, newer windows, and newer siding; all with a transferable warranty, along with a newer furnace for added peace of mind. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, schools, and major roadways, this home offers excellent potential at an attractive price point. Property is being sold as-is.
Sold for $500,000
$500,000
279 Knapps Highway, Fairfield, CT 06825
4beds
1,086sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$505,900 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$3,790 Estimated rent
Home value
$505,900
$455,000 - $562,000
$3,790/mo
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Listed by:
Geo Crume (203)692-5915,
Keller Williams Prestige Prop. 203-327-6700
Bought with:
Waldde Valdez, REB.0792416
Modern Day Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24142012
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 11
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Sump Pump,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Attic: Storage,Access Via Hatch
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,086
- Total interior livable area: 1,086 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,086
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
- Features: Level, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 119371
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities
Location
- Region: Fairfield
- Subdivision: Tunxis Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Sold | $500,000-4.8%$460/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24142012 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+75.6%$483/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24142012 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2011 | Listing removed | $299,000$275/sqft |
Source: Panosys Consulting LLC #98432507 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $299,000-0.3%$275/sqft |
Source: Panosys Consulting LLC #98432507 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2010 | Sold | $300,000$276/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98432507 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,701 +1.7% | $236,040 |
| 2024 | $6,586 +1.4% | $236,040 |
| 2023 | $6,493 +1% | $236,040 |
| 2022 | $6,430 +1% | $236,040 |
| 2021 | $6,368 +15.8% | $236,040 +15% |
| 2020 | $5,500 | $205,310 |
| 2019 | $5,500 +1.6% | $205,310 |
| 2018 | $5,412 +2.1% | $205,310 |
| 2017 | $5,301 +10.9% | $205,310 +6.5% |
| 2015 | $4,781 +1.6% | $192,850 |
| 2014 | $4,706 +2% | $192,850 |
| 2013 | $4,615 +6.5% | $192,850 |
| 2011 | $4,333 -3.2% | $192,850 -17% |
| 2010 | $4,477 +2% | $232,330 |
| 2009 | $4,391 +1.7% | $232,330 |
| 2008 | $4,317 +6.7% | $232,330 |
| 2007 | $4,045 +4.4% | $232,330 |
| 2006 | $3,873 +22.2% | $232,330 +81.8% |
| 2005 | $3,170 +6% | $127,820 |
| 2004 | $2,991 +8.8% | $127,820 |
| 2003 | $2,748 +7.6% | $127,820 +46.2% |
| 2001 | $2,553 +85.3% | $87,430 |
| 2000 | $1,378 -41% | $87,430 |
| 1999 | $2,334 | $87,430 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06825
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mckinley SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Tomlinson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 9/10Fairfield Warde High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: McKinley
- Middle: Tomlinson
- High: Fairfield Warde
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- Fairfield
- 06825
- 279 Knapps Highway