$1,400,000
SOLD APR 15, 2025
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,440 Sq Ft
9,148 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$972 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to 223 Middlesex Road, a charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom Colonial home nestled in the heart of Darien, Connecticut. Built in 1926, this residence spans a total of 1,440 square feet and is situated on a 0.21-acre lot. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that seamlessly blends classic charm with modern amenities. The main floor features a spacious living/family room w/fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. Adjacent to the living room is a formal dining area, ideal for hosting family gatherings and dinner parties. The kitchen boasts ample cabinet space, modern appliances & quartz countertops. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom plus two additional bedrooms, each offering ample closet space and natural light. The full bathroom on this level is tastefully updated. The attic and basement offer great storage and play space. Enjoy a professionally landscaped yard providing a serene setting for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply unwinding after a long day around the fire pit & dining al fresco. The property also includes a detached two-car garage, offering additional storage or parking space. Location is key, and 223 Middlesex Road does not disappoint. Situated just a few blocks from Darien Commons and the Noroton Heights train station, commuting to nearby cities is a breeze. The home is also conveniently located near local shops, restaurants, and top-rated schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cristina Veeder

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0786270

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly Connell

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0796613

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,071

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,440 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Ox Ridge Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 103851

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,071

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1440
  • Total Sq Ft: 1440
  • Year Built: 1926
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Health Club, Library, Park
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Noroton Avenue, right onto Middlesex Road #223 on left hand side
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 1440
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 223
  • Other SqFt Description: 2,124 square feet is per owner with basement and attic space included, not permitted space.

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R12
  • Parcel #: 103851

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 10071
  • Total Assessed Value: 685580
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.69

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 9, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Aiuto Patricia M and Aiuto Maximiliano A
Bought by
Leesa Mui S
Seller's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Connell
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
17.15%
Total Days on Market
7
Views
62

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-79.38%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2019
Closed on
Jul 27, 2020
Sold by
Bischof James and Bischof Emilee
Bought by
Aiuto Patricia M and Aiuto Maximiliano A
Seller's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.59%
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2015
Closed on
Jan 5, 2016
Sold by
Howard Alison
Bought by
Bischof James and Bischof Emilee
Seller's Agent
Connecticut Jef Kelly
Corcoran Centric Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-8.42%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.42%
Original Mortgage
$41,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2013
Closed on
Dec 17, 2013
Sold by
223 Middlesex Llc
Bought by
Howard Alison
Seller's Agent
Maggie Marchesi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-8.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2004
Sold by
Dionisio Joseph A and Dionosio Jacqueline C
Bought by
Thoren Peter L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2003
Sold by
Callery Charles and Callery Jelie
Bought by
Dionisio Joseph A and Dionisio Jacqueline C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 1997
Sold by
Burke John and Burke Mary
Bought by
Hanson Eric

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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 $1,400,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $800,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $800,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $750,000 --
Warranty Deed $750,000 --
Warranty Deed $780,000 --
Warranty Deed $780,000 --
Warranty Deed $730,000 --
Warranty Deed $730,000 --
Warranty Deed $635,000 --
Warranty Deed $635,000 --
Warranty Deed $312,000 --
Warranty Deed $312,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $275,000 Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment
Previous Owner $150,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $80,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $640,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $41,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $600,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Sold $1,400,000 +17.2% $972 / Sq Ft
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $1,195,000 +49.4% $830 / Sq Ft
07/28/2020 07/28/20 Sold $800,000 +0.1% $556 / Sq Ft
06/19/2020 06/19/20 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2020 03/20/20 Price Changed $799,000 -2.4% $555 / Sq Ft
01/20/2020 01/20/20 Price Changed $819,000 -1.2% $569 / Sq Ft
09/05/2019 09/05/19 For Sale $829,000 +10.5% $576 / Sq Ft
01/04/2016 01/04/16 Sold $750,000 -8.4% $521 / Sq Ft
12/05/2015 12/05/15 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2015 07/01/15 For Sale $819,000 +5.0% $569 / Sq Ft
12/16/2013 12/16/13 Sold $780,000 -8.1% $542 / Sq Ft
11/16/2013 11/16/13 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2013 09/26/13 For Sale $849,000 -- $590 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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
2024 $10,071 $685,580 $580,860 $104,720
2023 $8,644 $490,840 $387,240 $103,600
2022 $8,457 $490,840 $387,240 $103,600
2021 $8,266 $490,840 $387,240 $103,600
2020 $8,015 $490,840 $387,240 $103,600
2019 $8,084 $490,840 $387,240 $103,600
2018 $8,785 $546,350 $427,280 $119,070
2017 $8,829 $546,350 $427,280 $119,070
2016 $8,616 $546,350 $427,280 $119,070
2015 $8,386 $546,350 $427,280 $119,070
2014 $8,201 $546,350 $427,280 $119,070
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24079594

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000009-000000-000047