RENTED MAR 24, 2026

88 5 Mile River Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,783,000 - $3,323,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,756 Sq Ft
$1,004/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A+
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2026

The Connecticut coastal lifestyle awaits you - an incredible opportunity to live in Darien on the Five Mile River Road across the street from the water! This charming New England colonial has been completely renovated featuring 4 bedrooms, and 3 full baths, situated on a private hilltop with views, and a large flat backyard. Located in a highly sought after neighborhood with top rated schools, this home features a gorgeous new kitchen with new appliances and flooring, new bathrooms, new central air, new windows, lighting and a new roof! The primary suite is dreamy and offers a fireplace, full bath, and an adjacent dressing room (or office), and water views. Plenty of natural light throughout the house. A formal dining room off of the living room, a breakfast room with wood beams off of the kitchen, and a sunroom/family room that opens onto a lovely stone terrace for outdoor dining. Updated back entrance mudroom area with storage. Two working fireplaces, a wood paneled library/music room/den complete with built in bookshelves and built in bar-perfect for entertaining! The house is ready to move in with immediate occupancy available. Pets upon approval. Convenient to both Darien and Rowayton train stations, with shopping and restaurants and all amenities close by.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Jennifer Matthews

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l Brokerage Phone: (203) 644-3519 License #RES.0821409 Listed on: 01/05/2026

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Renter's Agent

Janine Tienken

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0775247

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 19,602 Sq Ft Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2,756 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Split Air Conditioning
  • 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 109049

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0.45 Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Info: $500 Pet Fee if approved
  • Lease Price Description: Per Month
  • Pets Allowed: Restrictions
  • Rental Duration: Yearly Unfurnished, Two Years
  • Smoking Allowed: No

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Residential Rental
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2756
  • Total Sq Ft: 2756
  • Year Built: 1929
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Tennis Courts
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Rental
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Directions: Tokeneke Rd to Five Mile River Rd, right up driveway.
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Tenant Responsibility: Air Conditioning All Utilities Cable TV Credit Check Electricity Grounds Maintenance Heat Hot Water Internet Liability Insurance Snow Removal Trash Service Water
  • Office Attribution Contact: (203) 655-8234
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial, Concrete Floor
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement with new washer/dryer
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Deck, Lighting, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water Water Community View
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.45
  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R12
  • Parcel #: 109049

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2025
Sold by
Yarrow Suzanne E
Bought by
Suzanne E Yarrow Ret and Yarrow
Current Estimated Value
$2,765,915

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2023
Sold by
Yarrow Timothy B
Bought by
Yarrow Suzanne E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2020
Sold by
Oconnell Beatrix W
Bought by
Oconnell Beatrix W and Yarrow Suzanne E
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Suzanne E Yarrow Ret -- None Available
Suzanne E Yarrow Ret -- None Available
Yarrow Suzanne E $900,000 None Available
Yarrow Suzanne E $900,000 None Available
Oconnell Beatrix W -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Yarrow Suzanne E $520,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/24/2026 03/24/26 Under Contract -- -- --
03/23/2026 03/23/26 Rented $11,500 0.0% --
01/05/2026 01/05/26 For Rent $11,500 +2.2% --
11/14/2025 11/14/25 Rented $11,250 0.0% --
11/03/2025 11/03/25 Under Contract -- -- --
09/23/2025 09/23/25 For Rent $11,250 +7.1% --
05/01/2024 05/01/24 Rented $10,500 0.0% --
02/17/2024 02/17/24 Under Contract -- -- --
01/30/2024 01/30/24 Price Changed $10,500 -4.5% $4 / Sq Ft
01/05/2024 01/05/24 Price Changed $11,000 -8.3% $4 / Sq Ft
10/30/2023 10/30/23 For Rent $12,000 -- --
Source: SmartMLS

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 $21,930 $1,416,660 $1,085,000 $331,660
2024 $20,811 $1,416,660 $1,085,000 $331,660
2023 $18,899 $1,073,170 $803,670 $269,500
2022 $18,491 $1,073,170 $803,670 $269,500
2021 $2,981 $1,073,170 $803,670 $269,500
2020 $17,557 $1,073,170 $803,670 $269,500
2019 $3,034 $1,073,170 $803,670 $269,500
2018 $17,254 $1,073,030 $803,670 $269,360
2017 $3,005 $1,073,030 $803,670 $269,360
2016 $16,922 $1,073,030 $803,670 $269,360
2015 $16,471 $1,073,030 $803,670 $269,360
2014 $16,106 $1,073,030 $803,670 $269,360
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24147196

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000066-000000-000042

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