$1,900,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

10 Fairfield Ave Darien, CT 06820

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,265 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$839 Per Sq Ft

27% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Finished Attic
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of June 2025

Charming Colonial in Prime Location: Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath Colonial, perfectly situated in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods-just moments from schools, train, and town. Offering a seamless floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, this home features a thoughtfully renovated gourmet kitchen with a center island, premium finishes, and plenty of storage. The kitchen opens to a bright and inviting family room with sliding doors that lead to a spacious deck and a private, fenced-in yard-perfect for outdoor gatherings, play, or relaxation. Imagine spending summer nights on the front covered porch, taking in the charm of the neighborhood and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. With classic curb appeal, modern updates, and an unbeatable location, this home is not to be missed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janine Tienken

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0775247 Listed on: 05/21/2025

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Caroline McNally

Sotheby's International Realty License #RES.0824348

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,655

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R15

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,265 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 104723

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,655

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2265
  • Total Sq Ft: 2265
  • Year Built: 1916
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: *Small rose bush on side of porch excluded. Playset included
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: West Avenue to Fairfield Avenue
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1920
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 10
  • Other SqFt Description: finished 3rd floor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Split System
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Upright Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Royle
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R15
  • Parcel #: 104723

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 11655
  • Total Assessed Value: 793380
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.69

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Royle
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Scott Gavin and Scott Ashley
Bought by
Bartlett Nicholas and Eppler Beatrix
Seller's Agent
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Caroline McNally
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$405,000
27.09%
Views
37

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-76.08%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2017
Closed on
Jun 5, 2018
Sold by
Bgrs Llc
Bought by
Scott Ashley and Scott Gavin
Seller's Agent
Casey Lange
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,015,000
Sold Price
$911,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,000
-10.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.94%
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 1996
Sold by
Makovsky Stephen Est
Bought by
Delora Joseph and Delora Veronica
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $911,000 --
Warranty Deed $911,000 --
Warranty Deed $911,000 --
Executors Deed $253,000 --
Executors Deed $253,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $460,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $0 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $1,900,000 +27.1% $839 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2025 05/21/25 For Sale $1,495,000 +64.1% $660 / Sq Ft
06/01/2018 06/01/18 Sold $911,000 -1.9% $401 / Sq Ft
03/14/2018 03/14/18 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2018 02/26/18 Price Changed $929,000 -3.1% $409 / Sq Ft
01/22/2018 01/22/18 Price Changed $959,000 -4.0% $422 / Sq Ft
10/18/2017 10/18/17 Price Changed $999,000 -1.6% $440 / Sq Ft
10/03/2017 10/03/17 For Sale $1,015,000 -- $447 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,282 $793,380 $399,980 $393,400
2024 $11,655 $793,380 $399,980 $393,400
2023 $11,349 $644,490 $380,940 $263,550
2022 $11,105 $644,490 $380,940 $263,550
2021 $10,853 $644,490 $380,940 $263,550
2020 $10,544 $644,490 $380,940 $263,550
2019 $10,141 $615,720 $380,940 $234,780
2018 $7,795 $484,750 $314,510 $170,240
2017 $7,836 $484,890 $314,510 $170,380
2016 $7,647 $484,890 $314,510 $170,380
2015 $7,443 $484,890 $314,510 $170,380
2014 $7,278 $484,890 $314,510 $170,380
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24097533

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000020-000000-000132