$2,999,000

561 Middlesex Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated payment $17,423/month

Total Views 38,319
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,411 Sq Ft
$879 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Barn
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 2.64 Acre Lot
  • Antique Architecture

About This Home

Come see this freshly transformed home on a gorgeous, flat 2.64 acre lot in the heart of Darien. Rooted in history and alive w/possibility, this freshly renewed and effortlessly inviting, 3,411 sf residence welcomes w/antique wide plank floors whispering the past, while a bright, open flow draws you into the present. The formal dining room sets the stage for memorable evenings, while an expansive great room rises w/vaulted ceilings, anchored by a wood burning hearth as sunlight spills through French doors onto a stone patio, uniting the quiet beauty of the outdoors. Nearby, a charming parlor/home office with its own fireplace drifts into a cozy den w/bath, offering space to work or unwind. At the heart of the home, the kitchen shines. New quartz counters and crisp white cabinetry frame a generous butcher block island where meals begin and conversations linger. Here, life unfolds naturally w/gatherings beside a dual-sided fireplace, sharing laughter, stories and simple moments. The adjacent playroom w/half bath completes this ideal setting. Upstairs, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a thoughtfully placed laundry area create ease for everyday living. Yet it's beyond the walls where this property truly captures the imagination. Step outside to a sweeping, level lawn where possibilities stretch as far as the eye can see. Host a soccer match, cultivate a garden, or wander along your own wooded path. This is more than a home. It's a place to grow, gather and dream bigger with time.

Listing Agent

Serena Richards

Brown Harris Stevens Brokerage Phone: (203) 273-2073 License #RES.0805526 Listed on: 11/05/2025

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,958

Year Built

  • Built in 1856

Lot Details

  • 2.64 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 6 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 3,411 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

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

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 102682

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,958

Year Built

Built in 1856

Lot Details

2.64 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Antique, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3411
  • Total Sq Ft: 3411
  • Year Built: 1856
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Whether you envision expansion, a pool, tennis court, or simply room to breathe, the future here is as expansive as the land itself. Come see it and walk the grounds. Across the street, Highland Farms offers more open space and a scenic trail, all just minutes from town, train, and dining. Amazing opportunity that will hold its value on the best lot in Darien.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Mansfield or Ox Ridge Lane to Middlesex Road.
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Office Attribution Contact: (203) 655-1418
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial, Partial With Hatchway
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Shed, Porch, Barn, Garden Area
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage And Parking: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Tank Size Unknown
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.64
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R2
  • Parcel #: 102682

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 16958

MLS Schools

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

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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 $16,958 $1,095,500 $815,780 $279,720
2024 $16,093 $1,095,500 $815,780 $279,720
2023 $18,198 $1,033,410 $815,780 $217,630
2022 $17,806 $1,033,410 $815,780 $217,630
2021 $0 $1,033,410 $815,780 $217,630
2020 $16,877 $1,031,590 $815,780 $215,810
2019 $16,990 $1,031,590 $815,780 $215,810
2018 $9,789 $1,372,980 $941,290 $431,690
2017 $1,248 $1,372,980 $941,290 $431,690
2016 $21,652 $1,372,980 $941,290 $431,690
2015 $21,075 $1,372,980 $941,290 $431,690
2014 $20,608 $1,372,980 $941,290 $431,690
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/08/2026 04/08/26 For Sale $2,999,000 0.0% $879 / Sq Ft
03/26/2026 03/26/26 Off Market $2,999,000 -- --
11/05/2025 11/05/25 For Sale $2,999,000 -- $879 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $449,900 --
Deed $810,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $214,000 No Value Available
Closed $300,732 No Value Available
Closed $336,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24130400

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000002-000000-000001

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