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$799,868$518 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

253 SHELTER ROCK RD

FAIRFIELD, CT 06825
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,545 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$800K
$722K low$877K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,340 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$329,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$228,410
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$329,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Fairfield Woods Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Jennings SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Fairfield Warde High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Fairfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06825These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,848
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,800 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,044
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$172,887
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

253 Shelter Rock Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in Greater Bridgeport County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Greater Bridgeport County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Greater Bridgeport County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Fairfield 06825

What homes are worth in Fairfield 06825

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$347K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Fairfield 06825.

How it measures up in Fairfield 06825

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairfield 06825.

Estimated value$799,868
CheaperTypical $790,036Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$518
CheaperTypical $458Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,545 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,731 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 253 Shelter Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfield 06825Greater Bridgeport County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,86851% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$51877% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,545 ft²38% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac66% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than196168% of homes57% of homes

About 253 Shelter Rock Rd

How much is 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT is $799,868 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $722,272 to $877,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT last sell?

253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT?

253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,545 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT built?

253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT?

253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT is assigned to Fairfield Woods Middle School (middle), rated A; Jennings School (elementary), rated A-; Fairfield Warde High School (high), rated A. All sit in Fairfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT compare to other homes in Fairfield 06825?

Among the 6,736 homes in Fairfield 06825, it is worth more than 51% of them ($799,868 against a typical $790,036), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($518 against a typical $458), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,545 ft² against a typical 1,731 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1961 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Greater Bridgeport County, it is worth more than 73% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Shelter Rock Rd, Fairfield, CT was $9,340. The county assessed it at $329,000.

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