$3,875,000
SOLD APR 17, 2025

3 Contentment Island Rd Darien, CT 06820

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,924 Sq Ft
1.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$787 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.4 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of April 2025

Serenity. Bright and cheerful, this picturesque home with water views in the heart of Tokeneke will take your breath away. Designed with enjoyment in mind, the balconies from the second floor capture Long Island Sound, Scotts Cove and majestic views of your own private salt water pond with fountain on this 1.4 level acre property. Spend your evening unwinding in your screened in porch or step outside to the bluestone patio and watch the sun set. The eat-in kitchen with center island has a perfect view of the pond. The primary suite has a work from home office and 2 decks for enjoyment. With a full bar room, including 2 full size wine fridges and sink, you will have guests over with ease. An added surprise of the home is the generous second floor family room with vaulted ceilings offering panoramic views of Scotts Cove. Don't miss this opportunity to live in an iconic Darien setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy R Dauk

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0161930 Listed on: 03/05/2025

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie Slatkow

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0805662

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $44,736

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 1.4 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $165 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,924 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include security service, snow removal, road maintenance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 109162

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$44,736

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$165 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Tokeneke
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4924
  • Total Sq Ft: 4924
  • Year Built: 1970
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Tokeneke Rd - Searles to Contentment
  • Financing Used: Assumed Conventional
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Balcony, Porch, Deck, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: 65 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Security Service, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 1978
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.4
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Water View
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel #: 109162

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 44736

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Liguori Stephen J and Liguori Susan S
Bought by
Hibbs Charles S and Hibbs Allison M
Seller's Agent
Nancy R Dauk
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Slatkow
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$3,987,000
Sold Price
$3,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$112,000
-2.81%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
$4,166,350

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$291,350
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1997
Sold by
Lockhart James B and Lockhart Carolyn S
Bought by
Liguori Stephen and Liguori Susan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 1993
Sold by
Okelley Ronald and Okelley Lesley
Bought by
Lockhart James and Lockhart Carolyn
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 $3,875,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $3,875,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,164,545 --
Warranty Deed $1,164,545 --
Warranty Deed $920,000 --
Warranty Deed $920,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $370,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $408,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Sold $3,875,000 -2.8% $787 / Sq Ft
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2025 03/05/25 For Sale $3,987,000 -- $810 / 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 $47,142 $3,045,350 $1,714,580 $1,330,770
2024 $44,736 $3,045,350 $1,714,580 $1,330,770
2023 $43,855 $2,490,320 $1,270,080 $1,220,240
2022 $42,908 $2,490,320 $1,270,080 $1,220,240
2021 $41,937 $2,490,320 $1,270,080 $1,220,240
2020 $40,742 $2,490,320 $1,270,080 $1,220,240
2019 $41,016 $2,490,320 $1,270,080 $1,220,240
2018 $38,455 $2,391,480 $1,270,080 $1,121,400
2017 $38,646 $2,391,480 $1,270,080 $1,121,400
2016 $37,714 $2,391,480 $1,270,080 $1,121,400
2015 $36,709 $2,391,480 $1,270,080 $1,121,400
2014 $35,896 $2,391,480 $1,270,080 $1,121,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24078256

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000067-000000-000050