NOT LISTED FOR SALE

26 Lighthouse Way Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $4,132,000 - $4,409,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,319 Sq Ft
$984/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 30, 2024

Last sale price $4,200,000 $972 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $26,403/month

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Hindley Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic

About This Home

As of January 2024

Welcome to 26 Lighthouse Way where the "Darien Dream" of living on the water gets real! This picturesque waterfront property features panoramic water & sky views of the coastal estuary inlet of Holly Pond. Custom built by its owners this 4300 SF stone & shingle colonial has an estate like feeling with quality finishes throughout featuring a two-story entry foyer, 10' high ceilings on the 1st floor extra wide staircase & hallways, extensive solid mahogany trim millwork details & custom doors throughout. The open floor plan provides an easy flow for entertaining with large French doors that lead to the stone terrace with field stone sitting wall, pool, dock and game ready yard.The elegant finishes continue throughout the 2nd floor with 9' ceilings, 4bedrooms, 3 ensuite baths, sun deck balcony, large laundry room & full stair walkup to the 3rd floor attic with potential for expansion.An oversized 3 car garage with 12' high ceiling also offers room for possible interior living area expansion.Don't miss this opportunity to grab the Darien dream in a location that can be your forever home and sunsets a daily ritual to be enjoyed. All conveniently located close to Town Beaches & Great Island, YMCA, Hindley School and the amenities of the Noroton area of Darien. Excluded: Hand carved ship above fireplace in FR, TV's, Chandelier in primary bath & 2 in upstairs foyer

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Holly Hawes

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0794705 Listed on: 11/01/2023

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathryn Bates

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0785742

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $34,476

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Frame
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 4,319 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • <<builtInOvenToken>>
  • Gas Cooktop
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot

Schools

  • Hindley Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Call LB 203-858-5538
  • Assessor Parcel Number 108216

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$34,476

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4319
  • Total Sq Ft: 4319
  • Year Built: 1998
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Call LB 203-858-5538
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Boston Post Road to Lighthouse Way
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 4319
  • Street Type: Way
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 26

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Terrace, Awnings, Gutters, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Slate
  • Waterfront Description: Pond Dock or Mooring Water Community
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Heated, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone, Masonry

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 3
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Geothermal, Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Geothermal Heat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.57
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial Professionally Landscaped Water View
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: R12
  • Parcel #: 108216

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 34476
  • Total Assessed Value: 2346890
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.61

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2025
Sold by
Stuart Charles F and Stuart Lillian S
Bought by
26 Lighthouse Way Llc
Current Estimated Value
$4,248,270

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,800,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,788,508
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,411,607

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2023
Sold by
Stuart Jerri L
Bought by
Stuart Charles F and Stuart Lillian S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2012
Sold by
Stuart Charles F and Stuart Lillian S
Bought by
Stuart Charles F and Stuart Lillian S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1997
Sold by
Est Pettengill Susan S and Liebeskind Amanda
Bought by
Stuart Lillian S
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
26 Lighthouse Way Llc $4,200,000 None Available
26 Lighthouse Way Llc $4,200,000 None Available
Stuart Charles F -- None Available
Stuart Charles F -- None Available
Stuart Charles F -- --
Stuart Charles F -- --
Stuart Lillian S $1,100,000 --
Stuart Lillian S $1,100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open 26 Lighthouse Way Llc $2,800,000
Closed 26 Lighthouse Way Llc $2,800,000
Previous Owner Stuart Charles F $400,000
Previous Owner Stuart Lillian S $500,000
Previous Owner Pettengill Charles $460,000
Previous Owner Pettengill Charles $277,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/30/2024 01/30/24 Sold $4,200,000 0.0% $972 / Sq Ft
12/31/2023 12/31/23 Pending -- -- --
11/01/2023 11/01/23 For Sale $4,200,000 -- $972 / 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
2024 $34,476 $2,346,890 $1,362,340 $984,550
2023 $33,167 $1,883,420 $1,063,580 $819,840
2022 $32,451 $1,883,420 $1,063,580 $819,840
2021 $3,914 $1,883,420 $1,063,580 $819,840
2020 $30,813 $1,883,420 $1,063,580 $819,840
2019 $18,715 $1,883,420 $1,063,580 $819,840
2018 $31,471 $1,957,130 $1,074,850 $882,280
2017 $3,946 $1,957,130 $1,074,850 $882,280
2016 $30,864 $1,957,130 $1,074,850 $882,280
2015 $30,042 $1,957,130 $1,074,850 $882,280
2014 $29,377 $1,957,130 $1,074,850 $882,280
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24072028

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000053-000000-000030