$1,549,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2026
5 Beds
5 Baths
6,144 Sq Ft
1.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$252 Per Sq Ft

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wine Cellar
  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • Attic

About This Home

As of January 2026

Set back on 1.21 acres, this classic 5-bedroom colonial is located at the cross roads of Darien, New Canaan and West Norwalk. Situated high up on a sprawling lot with an expansive yard and a handsome exterior this 5202 square foot residence captivates with original 1940's details and abundant natural light throughout. The main level has a center hall opening on one side into a spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace and into a large dining room on the other side. The gourmet kitchen with a second wood burning fireplace has custom cabinetry, a large island, a sitting area, and a breakfast nook. Off the kitchen is a half bath, windowed mudroom and laundry. Also off the kitchen is a generous family room. A double-height office, adjacent wet-bar and another half bath complete this level. Upstairs there is a master suite with a windowed bathroom, walk-in closet and three additional closets offering ample storage. Also on the second floor are three more well-appointed bedrooms, one of which with a connected playroom and a full hall bath. A separate fifth bedroom with a sitting room and full bath completes the upper level. The lower level has access to the 2-car garage and a recreation room perfect for a man-cave, exercise room or additional playroom. An expansive backyard with original 1940's plantings offers the perfect serene setting for outdoor living. Enjoy the privacy of the property yet the proximity to Darien transportation and conveniences.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Lodge

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l Brokerage Phone: (617) 710-3461 License #RES.0814675 Listed on: 11/07/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Rita Marber

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0794294

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,845

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned A3

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Sitting Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Doors

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near golf course

Schools

  • Fox Run Elementary School
  • Ponus Ridge Middle School
  • Brien Mcmahon High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 249654

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,845

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: West Norwalk
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5202
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 942
  • Total Sq Ft: 6144
  • Year Built: 1942
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities
  • In Law Access: Second Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: West Norwalk Rd. Up long driveway, past garage to semi-circular parking on left.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Street Type: Road
  • Office Attribution Contact: (203) 655-8234
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Sitting Room, Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Tank Size Unknown
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.21
  • Lot Description: Fence - Stone Level Lot Sloping Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: A3
  • Parcel #: 249654

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 24845

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Fox Run
  • Middle Jr High School: Ponus Ridge
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2019
Closed on
Dec 12, 2019
Sold by
George Harry
Bought by
Mackelprang Chad and Mackelprang Kayla
Seller's Agent
Ligaya Wakefield
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Buyer's Agent
John Pellegrino
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$716,095
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$41,095
-5.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.48%
Original Mortgage
$588,000
Outstanding Balance
$517,289
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,026,744

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2019
Closed on
Dec 11, 2019
Sold by
Grothe Thomas and Grothe Taylor
Bought by
Lodge Henry and Lodge Lauren
Seller's Agent
Ligaya Wakefield
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Buyer's Agent
John Pellegrino
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$716,095
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$41,095
-5.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$588,000
Outstanding Balance
$517,289
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,026,744

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2015
Closed on
Oct 3, 2016
Sold by
Henderson William and Henderson Kathryn
Bought by
Grothe Taylor and Grothe Thomas
Seller's Agent
Nancy Crosland Darien
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Crosland Darien
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-4.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.39%
Original Mortgage
$949,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 1999
Sold by
Banks Linda A
Bought by
Henderson William D and Feild Kathryn E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 1987
Sold by
Oken Jack
Bought by
Jaffin David
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $675,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $675,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $970,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $970,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,240,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,240,000 --
Warranty Deed $795,731 --
Warranty Deed $795,731 --
Deed $535,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $588,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $588,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $949,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/14/2026 01/14/26 Sold $1,549,000 0.0% $252 / Sq Ft
11/24/2025 11/24/25 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2025 11/13/25 For Sale $1,549,000 +129.5% $252 / Sq Ft
12/13/2019 12/13/19 Sold $675,000 -30.4% $191 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/12/2019 12/12/19 Sold $970,000 -5.4% $158 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/21/2019 11/21/19 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2019 11/07/19 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2019 10/06/19 Price Changed $1,025,000 -6.4% $167 / Sq Ft
08/22/2019 08/22/19 Price Changed $1,095,000 +58.8% $178 / Sq Ft
08/21/2019 08/21/19 Price Changed $689,500 -40.8% $195 / Sq Ft
08/19/2019 08/19/19 Price Changed $1,165,000 +62.7% $190 / Sq Ft
06/14/2019 06/14/19 For Sale $716,095 -39.1% $202 / Sq Ft
06/10/2019 06/10/19 For Sale $1,175,000 -5.2% $191 / Sq Ft
09/30/2016 09/30/16 Sold $1,240,000 -4.5% $238 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/31/2016 08/31/16 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2015 10/25/15 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $250 / 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 $24,845 $1,046,550 $224,980 $821,570
2024 $24,463 $1,046,550 $224,980 $821,570
2023 $18,372 $735,879 $179,512 $556,367
2022 $18,083 $735,879 $179,512 $556,367
2021 $18,083 $782,850 $190,970 $591,880
2020 $18,480 $782,850 $190,970 $591,880
2019 $17,847 $782,850 $190,970 $591,880
2018 $17,385 $670,440 $217,690 $452,750
2017 $15,629 $670,440 $217,690 $452,750
2016 $17,056 $670,440 $217,690 $452,750
2015 $15,320 $670,440 $217,690 $452,750
2014 $16,788 $670,440 $217,690 $452,750
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24138790

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000005-000062-000020A