Published July 22, 2026

Fairfield 2025 Property Revaluation

Written by Shoshana Snyder

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Fairfield mailed its 2025 revaluation notices on December 19, 2025, opening the review and appeal window. Your notice reflects the town's estimate of market value as of October 1, 2025. Here is what the number means, the deadlines that matter, and when appealing is actually worth it.

This guide walks through the Fairfield revaluation in clear terms, explains key deadlines, and outlines when it makes sense to take action.

Understanding Your 2025 Assessment Notice

The assessment notice you received reflects the Town of Fairfield’s estimate of your property’s market value as of October 1, 2025. Market value represents what your home would most likely sell for under normal conditions.

It is important to understand that Fairfield does not tax you on market value. Instead, your assessed value equals 70 percent of market value, and that assessed value is used to calculate your property taxes.

An increase in your assessment does not automatically mean your taxes will increase at the same rate. Your final tax bill depends on how your assessment compares to other properties in town and on the final mill rate set after the Town budget is approved.

Informal Hearings With the Revaluation Company

If you believe your new assessment does not accurately reflect your property, you may request an informal hearing with the revaluation company, Tyler Technologies.

Key date:

Deadline to schedule an informal hearing: Friday, January 9, 2026

How to schedule:

Online: www.tylertech.com/fairfield (available 24 hours a day through January 9)
By phone: 833 549 7752, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Hearings are conducted primarily by phone. A Tyler Technologies representative will call you at your scheduled time. Please allow a few minutes of flexibility in case hearings run slightly behind.

All homeowners who participate in an informal hearing will receive written notification of the outcome. If an adjustment is made, a revised assessment notice will be mailed in early February 2026.

How to Prepare for an Informal Hearing

Preparation is key to a productive informal hearing. The goal is to clearly explain why you believe the assessed value does not reflect fair market value.

Recommended supporting materials:

Two to four comparable sales
- Similar style, size, and location
- Sold as close to October 1, 2025 as possible
- Adjust for superior or inferior features when evaluating value
Photos of property issues that affect value and go beyond routine maintenance
Corrections to factual errors on your property record card, such as room count, square footage, or features

What to avoid submitting:

Long multi page reports
Spreadsheet only analyses or price per square foot calculations
Documentation focusing solely on land or building value

Clear, concise explanations supported by relevant data are typically the most effective.

Submitting Supporting Documentation

Supporting documentation may be submitted using the following methods:

Email: reval@fairfieldct.org
In person: Tyler Revaluation Office, second floor of Old Town Hall, 611 Old Post Road

Vision Government Solutions Website Update

The Vision Government Solutions website reflected updated property values on December 22, 2025, allowing homeowners to review assessments online.

Formal Appeals Through the Board of Assessment Appeals

If you are not satisfied after an informal hearing, or if you choose not to participate in one, you may file a formal appeal with the Board of Assessment Appeals.

Important dates:

Appeal application period: February 2 through February 20, 2026
BAA hearings: March 2026
Hearing notices mailed: Before March 1, 2026
Decisions issued: Late March 2026

Why Fairfield Conducts Property Revaluations

Connecticut law requires municipalities to complete a property revaluation every five years. Fairfield’s last revaluation was based on the October 1, 2020 Grand List. The current revaluation applies to the October 1, 2025 Grand List, with the first tax bills under the new values due in July 2026.

Revaluation is a revenue neutral process. The Town does not collect more money simply because values change. Instead, revaluation redistributes the tax burden to reflect current market conditions and maintain equity among property owners.

Market Trends and Estimated Changes

Preliminary data from the 2025 revaluation shows significant market appreciation across Fairfield.

Estimated changes:

Residential properties: approximately 65 percent increase
Commercial properties: approximately 17 percent increase
All real estate combined: approximately 58.5 percent increase

These figures are estimates and will continue to be refined as the revaluation process is finalized.

Because residential values have increased at a faster pace than commercial values, homeowners are expected to carry a larger share of the overall tax burden. Residential property is projected to increase from approximately 78 percent of the Grand List to approximately 84 percent.

Vehicle taxes are expected to decrease for most owners, assuming normal depreciation and a lower mill rate.

What Homeowners Should Keep in Mind

A higher assessment does not automatically mean an unfair assessment. In many cases, rising values reflect strong demand and limited inventory over the past several years. The question to ask is whether your assessed value reasonably aligns with what your home would have sold for around October 1, 2025.

If you are unsure how your assessment compares to recent sales, or whether an informal hearing or appeal makes sense for your situation, it can be helpful to review the data carefully before moving forward.

Final Thoughts

Fairfield’s 2025 property revaluation is an important process that affects every property owner in town. Understanding your assessment, knowing the deadlines, and preparing thoughtful documentation can make the process far less overwhelming.

If you would like help reviewing your assessment, identifying relevant comparable sales, or understanding whether an appeal is worth pursuing, I am always happy to talk through your specific situation.

For the seller side of this, see what your home is actually worth. For the buyer side, my Fairfield County buyer’s guide walks through the full cost of a purchase.

If you’re considering buying or selling in Fairfield County, I’m here to help. With over 15 years of experience and a deep understanding of the local market, I can provide the guidance and strategy you need to make your next move a confident one. Reach out anytime—I’d love to connect!

— Shoshana Snyder, Homes by Shoshana

Shoshana Snyder

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