$5,400,000
SOLD JUL 2, 2024

378 Brookside Rd Darien, CT 06820

6 Beds
9 Baths
10,809 Sq Ft
2.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$500 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 2.38 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2024

Sophisticated, elegant and exceptional in every facet, this New England Colonial embodies impressive living. Brimming with the finest state-of-the-art amenities, the 10,000 square foot, 6 bedroom, 6.3 bath home encompasses every imaginable luxury, including uncommonly spacious rooms, magnificent formal front- to-back reception and appointed entertaining rooms, a paneled library, butlers pantry with large wine cooler, first floor guest bedroom, slate roof and more. Gourmet chef's kitchen with spacious island, command center, pantry and dining area adjoins an unparalleled large family room. The primary bedroom suite encompasses a fireplace, luxurious bath, walk-in closet and dressing area and a study/sitting room. Four additional bedroom suites and laundry room are also present on 2nd floor, and a partially finished 3rd floor with sitting/tv room. Newly finished lower level features a game room, gym, playroom or media room & wine cellar. Situated on 2 landscaped acres with a heated pool, hot tub and firepit is an entertainer's dream. The 3 car garage has a lift for that extra car. Distinctive design and quality with airy ceiling heights, wainscotting, remarkable mill-and-trimwork, graceful French doors, & welcoming fireplaces enhance this elegant residence. Close to train, the quaint towns of Darien and New Canaan with restaurants and shopping. Just in time for summer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pamela Stutz

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0662981 Listed on: 05/22/2024

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Holly Hawes

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0794705

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $48,599

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 2.38 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • Property is near a golf course

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Foyer Chandelier, Formal Powder Room Sconces
  • Assessor Parcel Number 102644

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$48,599

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 8706
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 2103
  • Total Sq Ft: 10809
  • Year Built: 2004
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Private driveway, not shared
  • Exclusions: Foyer Chandelier, Formal Powder Room Sconces
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: As per GPS, Down long, private driveway
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 9
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Storage, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Central Vacuum, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Gym, Laundry Room, Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd Floor laundry room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 378
  • Other SqFt Description: Does not include 3rd floor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Slate
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Spa, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.38
  • Lot Description: Fence - Wood Fence - Stone Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R2
  • Parcel #: 102644

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 48599
  • Total Assessed Value: 2759750
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.61

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
May 22, 2024
Closed on
Jun 28, 2024
Sold by
Naify Michael and Naify Simone
Bought by
Adams James C and Adams Jessica
Seller's Agent
Pamela Stutz
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Holly Hawes
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$5,500,000
Sold Price
$5,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-1.82%
Total Days on Market
27
Views
118
Current Estimated Value
$5,787,319

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$387,319
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.73%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2020
Closed on
Sep 11, 2020
Sold by
Mclymont Patrick and Mclymont Sacha
Bought by
Naify Michael and Naify Simone
Seller's Agent
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Stutz
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$4,495,000
Sold Price
$4,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$270,000
-6.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2013
Sold by
Florian Mark B and Florian Lynne A
Bought by
Mcclymont Patrick and -Mcclymont Sacha

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,337,500
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2005
Sold by
Snook Llc
Bought by
Florian Mark B and Florian Lynne A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $5,400,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $4,225,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $4,450,000 --
Warranty Deed $4,900,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $3,337,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,500,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Sold $5,400,000 -1.8% $500 / Sq Ft
06/18/2024 06/18/24 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2024 05/22/24 For Sale $5,500,000 +30.2% $509 / Sq Ft
09/14/2020 09/14/20 Sold $4,225,000 -6.0% $414 / Sq Ft
07/30/2020 07/30/20 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2020 05/18/20 For Sale $4,495,000 -- $440 / 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 $49,573 $3,374,630 $1,080,940 $2,293,690
2023 $48,599 $2,759,750 $840,770 $1,918,980
2022 $47,550 $2,759,750 $840,770 $1,918,980
2021 $46,474 $2,759,750 $840,770 $1,918,980
2020 $45,150 $2,759,750 $840,770 $1,918,980
2019 $47,336 $2,874,060 $955,080 $1,918,980
2018 $54,597 $3,395,350 $1,023,330 $2,372,020
2017 $53,035 $3,281,880 $1,023,330 $2,258,550
2016 $51,755 $3,281,880 $1,023,330 $2,258,550
2015 $50,377 $3,281,880 $1,023,330 $2,258,550
2014 $48,414 $3,225,460 $1,023,330 $2,202,130
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24010185

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000001-000000-000066-000001