Many Fairfield homeowners have now received the townwide revaluation notice mailed on December 19, 2025. We’ve been hearing from homeowners with questions and, in some cases, concern about what the new assessment means and how to interpret it.
That reaction is understandable. Without context, the number on your notice can feel confusing or even alarming. The most important thing to know is this: you do have an opportunity to review your assessment and ask questions if something doesn’t feel right. And often, a brief, informed conversation is all it takes to determine whether the number reflects market reality or simply broader shifts across town.
Our role is to help provide that context so you can confidently decide whether any next step makes sense.
What Fairfield’s Revaluation Reflects
As part of Fairfield’s townwide revaluation, residential property values increased by approximately 65% on average. This reflects meaningful appreciation over the past several years and aligns with what we’ve seen on the ground in the local market.
If your home’s estimated market value increased materially more than that average, it may merit a closer look. If it increased in line with the average, the assessment may simply reflect broader market changes rather than an overvaluation specific to your property.
It’s also important to note that a higher assessment does not automatically translate to the same percentage increase in taxes. While assessments play an important role in how taxes are ultimately calculated, they are only one piece of the equation.
How to Think About Your Assessment
Rather than reacting to the headline number alone, the most useful question to ask is:
How does my home’s change compare to the townwide average?
This relative comparison often provides far more insight than the raw figure itself. Our team regularly helps homeowners walk through this analysis using real, relevant market data so they can better understand whether an assessment reasonably reflects fair market value for their specific home.
Reviewing Your Assessment and Available Next Steps
If, after reviewing your notice, something doesn’t feel aligned with current market conditions, you do have the opportunity to ask questions and seek further clarification.
If further review is warranted, the first step is scheduling an informal hearing with the revaluation company, Tyler Technologies.
The deadline to schedule an informal hearing is Friday, January 9, 2026.
Hearings can be scheduled:
• By phone: 833-549-7752 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Before taking that step, we often recommend a brief review to determine whether an appeal is likely to be productive or whether the assessment reflects broader market appreciation.
What Makes an Effective Review
If you do decide to pursue a review, preparation matters. In our experience, the most effective discussions are clear, concise, and grounded in market reality.
Strong reviews typically include:
- Two to four relevant comparable sales, similar in size, style, and location, sold close to October 1, 2025 (we can help identify the most relevant comps)
- Notes on condition issues or functional limitations that meaningfully affect value
- A brief, clear explanation of why the assessment may not reflect market reality
Clear, market-based context is far more effective than lengthy reports or spreadsheets. This is an area where experienced guidance can make a meaningful difference.
A Thoughtful Way Forward
Sometimes, a closer look confirms that an assessment simply reflects broader market appreciation. Other times, it reveals a discrepancy worth addressing. Either way, understanding the context before reacting allows you to make a more informed decision.
If you’d like help reviewing your assessment or talking through whether further action makes sense, we’re always happy to be a resource. Often, a short conversation is all it takes to bring clarity.
Fairfield Revaluation FAQs
Does a higher assessment automatically mean higher taxes?
Not necessarily. While assessments are part of how taxes are calculated, final tax impact depends on additional factors, including the town budget and the mill rate, which has not yet been set.
What matters more: my assessment number or how it compares to others?
How your home’s change compares to the townwide average is often more meaningful than the raw number itself.
Should everyone schedule an informal hearing?
No. In many cases, the assessment reflects broader market appreciation. A review with CR&T can help determine whether an informal hearing is likely to be worthwhile.
What if my home has condition issues that affect value?
Condition and functional limitations can be relevant, particularly if they materially affect market value. These should be clearly and concisely documented.
Can your team help me decide whether to take action?
Yes. We regularly help Fairfield homeowners review assessments in the context of real market data to determine whether further review makes sense.
What’s the deadline to schedule an informal hearing?
The deadline is Friday, January 9, 2026.
