71 Nichols Avenue
Fairfield, Connecticut 06825
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 1 | 1
- SqFt
- 1,142
- Acres
- 0.10
- Year Built
- 1926
- Neighborhood
- Tunxis Hill
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
***HIGHEST AND BEST BY JULY 15 BY 5:00 PM*** Opportunity awaits in this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape offering 1,142 sq ft of living space on a quiet cul-de-sac in a highly desirable Fairfield location. Ready for your personal updates & finishing touches, this home presents an excellent opportunity to add your own style while building value. The main level features a spacious living room with a freestanding gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. The eat-in kitchen offers built-in cabinetry, generous workspace, and ample room for everyday dining or entertaining. A convenient main-level laundry area, hardwood floors, & an attached one-car garage enhance everyday comfort and functionality. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and an additional open flex space that is ideal for a home office, reading nook, or sitting area. Step outside to enjoy the private, level backyard, offering plenty of room for outdoor dining, gardening, recreation, or simply relaxing. Ideally located just minutes from Fairfield's vibrant downtown, shopping, dining, parks, beaches, & the Metro-North train station, this home combines everyday convenience with the best of coastal New England living. Ideal for commuting, exploring the shoreline, or enjoying local restaurants and community amenities. Don't miss this opportunity to personalize a classic Cape and enjoy the perfect blend of potential, location, & lifestyle in Fairfield. "Property is Being Sold AS IS."
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Fairfield
- Neighborhood
- Tunxis Hill
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Cape Cod
- Year Built
- 1926
- Days on Market
- 20 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 1 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 1,142 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.10 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage
- Property Taxes
- $6,192 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Fairfield Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
89
105 under contract
Median List Price
$1.57M
89 active listings
Median Closed Price
$1.16M
571 sales
Median Days on Market
33
89 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$500
89 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.9%
571 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$460,000
vs $1.57M median
70.8% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$403
vs $500 median
19.4% below median
Days on Market
20 days
vs 33 days median
13 days fresher than median
Based on 89 active and 571 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Fairfield. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.
Location
71 Nichols Avenue, Fairfield, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$2,345
- Property Taxes$516
- Insurance$153
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Fairfield
- Neighborhood
- Tunxis Hill
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Cape Cod
- Year Built
- 1926
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,142 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- McKinley
- High
- Fairfield Warde
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Main Level
- Appliances
- Gas RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryer
- Basement
- FullUnfinished
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.10 acres
- Zoning
- B
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage spaceAttached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- ShakeCedar
- Color
- Yellow
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- GuttersLightingPatio
- Lot Description
- Level LotOn Cul-De-Sac
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $6,192 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 20
- MLS #
- 24189908
- MLS Status
- Under Contract
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