$2,995,000

37 Hillside Ave Darien, CT 06820

Estimated payment $18,051/month

Total Views 2,002
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,226 Sq Ft
$709 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Hindley Elementary School Rated A
  • Finished Attic
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

This welcoming 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence, rebuilt and expanded from the ground up in 2013, blends timeless style with modern comfort. The custom kitchen features a Carrara marble island, honed granite counters, and bespoke cabinetry, opening seamlessly to a sun-filled family room with fireplace and French doors to the patio. The primary suite offers twin closets and a spa-like bath adorned with Carrara marble. A bright, private main-level office adds versatility. Ideally located within walking distance to the train and just minutes from award-winning Hindley Elementary, the YMCA, shopping, and beaches, this exceptional home is sure to impress.

Listing Agent

Janine Tienken

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0775247 Listed on: 08/18/2025

Houlihan Lawrence

Co-Listing Agent

Christopher Peters

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0799528

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,785

Year Built

  • Built in 1935

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R1/3

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,226 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Finished Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Terrace
  • Porch

Schools

  • Hindley Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 107764

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,785

Year Built

Built in 1935

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton Heights
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4226
  • Total Sq Ft: 4226
  • Year Built: 1935
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. to Hillside Avenue
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • 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, Finished, Floored, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Cooled, Partially Finished, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 37
  • Other SqFt Description: Includes finished lower level walkout bonus room

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Porch, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • 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: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 780

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3
  • Lot Description: Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R1/3
  • Parcel #: 107764

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 20785
  • Total Assessed Value: 1342740
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.48

MLS Schools

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

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $20,786 $1,342,740 $580,650 $762,090
2024 $19,725 $1,342,740 $580,650 $762,090
2023 $18,768 $1,065,750 $414,750 $651,000
2022 $18,363 $1,065,750 $414,750 $651,000
2021 $17,947 $1,065,750 $414,750 $651,000
2020 $17,436 $1,065,750 $414,750 $651,000
2019 $17,553 $1,065,750 $414,750 $651,000
2018 $15,855 $986,020 $367,780 $618,240
2017 $15,934 $986,020 $367,780 $618,240
2016 $15,394 $976,150 $367,780 $608,370
2015 $14,984 $976,150 $367,780 $608,370
2014 $10,169 $677,460 $367,780 $309,680
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2025 08/18/25 For Sale $2,995,000 +66.4% $709 / Sq Ft
08/13/2020 08/13/20 Sold $1,800,000 -2.7% $373 / Sq Ft
06/12/2020 06/12/20 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2020 05/07/20 For Sale $1,850,000 -6.9% $384 / Sq Ft
05/31/2016 05/31/16 Sold $1,987,500 -9.5% $412 / Sq Ft
05/01/2016 05/01/16 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2015 09/23/15 For Sale $2,195,000 +12.6% $455 / Sq Ft
09/26/2014 09/26/14 Sold $1,950,000 -11.2% $405 / Sq Ft
08/27/2014 08/27/14 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2014 05/07/14 For Sale $2,195,000 +166.1% $455 / Sq Ft
05/20/2013 05/20/13 Sold $825,000 -6.1% $325 / Sq Ft
04/20/2013 04/20/13 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2013 01/30/13 For Sale $879,000 -- $346 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,800,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,987,500 --
Warranty Deed $1,950,000 --
Warranty Deed $825,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $420,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Open $1,515,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $100,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $1,440,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $180,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $1,590,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,560,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24119079

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000047-000000-000044