$6,605,225
SOLD AUG 1, 2025
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,209 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,569 Per Sq Ft

32% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home fronts a sound
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Attic
  • Brien Mcmahon High School Rated A-
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2025

WHIMSEA~ A perfect name for this iconic direct waterfront Bell Island beauty. This Victorian w/its commanding water views sits majestically on its magazine-worthy property that includes spectacular gardens and a built-in spa in the stone patio. A beyond perfect spot for sipping cocktails, as you watch the boats sail by. Four finished floors of perfection by the acclaimed Louise Brooks will take your breath away. The open floor plan on the 1st floor includes a living room w/fireplace, dining room, very cool sunroom w/French doors, eat-in chef's kitchen adjacent to a command center office, and a family room w/fireplace for your movie nights. On the 2nd floor, the primary has a large bath and double walk-in closets that will satisfy any clothes horse, two other large bedrooms share a connecting bath. The 3rd floor has an oversized space (could easily be a spacious bedroom)with a fabulous turret room and a full bath as an added bonus. In the lower level, you'll find an awesome billiards room and a half bath. For added convenience, there is an elevator from the garage up to the other floors. A generator provides peace of mind for whatever Mother Nature throws your way. The large parking pad out front is a rarity and an excellent amenity on the island. Whimsea is a very special offering. Make your dream a reality.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Candace Blackwood

BHHS Darien/New Canaan License #RES.0056989 Listed on: 06/30/2025

BHHS Darien/New Canaan

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Beinfield

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0240650

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $87,297

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a sound
  • Stone Wall
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,209 Sq Ft Home
  • Elevator
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Solarium
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace

Schools

  • Rowayton Elementary School
  • Roton Middle School
  • Brien Mcmahon High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Pine cone (2) hanging pendants on first floor, light fixture in primary's entrance hall, alcove lights (2) in family room window.
  • Assessor Parcel Number 256669

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$87,297

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Bell Island
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Victorian
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4209
  • Total Sq Ft: 4209
  • Year Built: 1997
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Exclusions: Pine cone (2) hanging pendants on first floor, light fixture in primary's entrance hall, alcove lights (2) in family room window.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: GPS
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Storage, Fully Finished, Garage Access, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired, Elevator, Security System
  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Solarium, Staff Quarters
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Garden Area, Stone Wall, French Doors, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shake
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Paved

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped Water View
  • Zoning: B
  • Parcel #: 256669

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 87297

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Rowayton
  • Middle Jr High School: Roton
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2025
Closed on
Jul 25, 2025
Sold by
Salomon Residence Llc
Bought by
Brennan Irene C and Brennan Timothy P
Seller's Agent
Candace Blackwood
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Beinfield
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$4,995,000
Sold Price
$6,605,225
Premium/Discount to List
$1,610,225
32.24%
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
$6,307,334

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$297,891
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-13.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2024
Sold by
Suzanne S Salomon T S and Suzanne Salomon
Bought by
Salomon Residence Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 1995
Sold by
Birchard Patti and Birchard Douglas
Bought by
Salomon Suzanne S
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 $6,605,225 --
Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $387,500 --
Executors Deed $387,500 --
Executors Deed $387,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $250,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $191,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $60,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold $6,605,225 +32.2% $1,569 / Sq Ft
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 For Sale $4,995,000 -- $1,187 / 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 $87,297 $3,898,600 $2,220,990 $1,677,610
2024 $85,952 $3,898,600 $2,220,990 $1,677,610
2023 $66,268 $2,769,830 $1,729,920 $1,039,910
2022 $63,265 $2,758,460 $1,730,000 $1,028,460
2021 $61,153 $2,758,380 $1,729,920 $1,028,460
2020 $61,379 $2,758,380 $1,729,920 $1,028,460
2019 $59,016 $2,758,380 $1,729,920 $1,028,460
2018 $55,158 $2,279,830 $1,401,750 $878,080
2017 $53,147 $2,279,830 $1,401,750 $878,080
2016 $52,299 $2,279,830 $1,401,750 $878,080
2015 $52,094 $2,279,830 $1,401,750 $878,080
2014 $51,125 $2,279,830 $1,401,750 $878,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24105372

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000006-000036-000052