73 Fortuna Drive

Fairfield, CT 06824

$1,150,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,860 Sq. Ft.
$402 / Sq. Ft.
2,860
Sq. Ft.
$402
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 8/29/24

Closed 8/29/24

an aerial view of a house with garden space and street view

Description

73 Fortuna Drive offers the epitome of refined Fairfield living. Enjoy the luxury of beach life and convenience of the town center. This charming move-in ready home sits on a dry .23-acre lot in a prime no-flood zone beach area location. Fortuna Drive, home to only five other properties, is a quiet road with plenty of privacy. A rare find among some crowded, overbuilt streets in the beach area. Right up the road from beautiful hidden gem South Pine Creek Beach, tennis bubble and golf course, with...73 Fortuna Drive offers the epitome of refined Fairfield living. Enjoy the luxury of beach life and convenience of the town center. This charming move-in ready home sits on a dry .23-acre lot in a prime no-flood zone beach area location. Fortuna Drive, home to only five other properties, is a quiet road with plenty of privacy. A rare find among some crowded, overbuilt streets in the beach area. Right up the road from beautiful hidden gem South Pine Creek Beach, tennis bubble and golf course, with an quick walk from Fairfield Train Station via shortcut through Rugby Park. This home features a separate staircase to the primary bedroom suite, zoned central a/c with new compressor and handler (2023), freshly painted rooms, newer appliances, brand new flooring in bedroom and hardwood flooring throughout the entire home. Bluestone patio with designated grilling area, sun awning, fire pit and additional side patio. Lower level movie room with projector and surround sound system with ability to connect to streaming services. Additional lower level room allows for a gym, play room, extra storage. XL garage has a hidden storage area. Wonderful opportunity to expand this existing well-maintained residence to an impressive 4,000 SF home, potentially incorporating additional bedrooms, in-ground pool and more. Schools assigned to 73 Fortuna: Mill Hill Elementary, Ludlowe MS, and Ludlowe HS. Move in today and enjoy the rest of summer!

Listing Agent

  1. Jocelyn Baum

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Property Details for 73 Fortuna Drive

Basement Description
Full, Heated, Sump Pump, Storage, Cooled, Full With Hatchway
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
07-11-2024
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Beach
Style
Cape Cod, Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 08/30/2024 02:56 AM

Property Details for 73 Fortuna Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #24018959
Days on Market16
Taxes$11,984 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1947
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF
CountyFairfield County

Building Information for 73 Fortuna Drive

Stories-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

Property Information for 73 Fortuna Drive

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Post Road to S. Pine Creek Rd to Fortuna Dr.
  • Elementary School: Mill Hill
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.134475
  • Longitude: -73.26944
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Putting Green, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $11,984
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Grill, Shed, Awnings, Gutters, French Doors, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s), Wired For Audio
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower Level, Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Pellet Stove,French Doors,Patio/Terrace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Entertainment Center,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Media Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Dining Area,Eating Space,Island,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Patio/Terrace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Engineered Wood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Tub w/Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Ceiling Fan,Dressing Room,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Beige
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Gravel
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: window unit AC
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 800
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2060
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 134052
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2060.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2860.0
  • Zoning: A
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Tankless Hotwater
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 10
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52
Unit 11
  • Listing Key: 18CDE780023954EBE063D501100AFB52

Property History for 73 Fortuna Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 73 Fortuna Drive

Taxable ValueLand$284,060Additions$145,460Total$429,520
Tax Record2024$11,984 ($999 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,060 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,060 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,975 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947ZoningACountyFAIRFIELDAPNFAIR M:231 B:191Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 73 Fortuna Drive

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mill Hill School
Public - K to 5
Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public - 9 to 12
St Thomas Aquinas Elementary School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Hill School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

St Thomas Aquinas Elementary School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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