Gracious center hall colonial perfectly sited on 1.37 acres in the heart of Darien. The very private backyard features a stunning pool, a flagstone terrace and a charming guest cottage which was fully renovated in 2008 and provides approximately 440 SF with an additional bedroom and full bath. The 4 bedroom, 3 and 1/2 bath main house has been beautifully maintained and freshly painted throughout. It has a lovely formal dining room, spacious living room with fireplace, light bright sunroom, office, and kitchen that opens to a large family room with vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace and French doors overlooking the pool. This home is truly a treasure in a sought after neighborhood convenient to Cherry Lawn Park, downtown Darien, shops and train.
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
40 Birch Road, Darien, CT 06820
4beds
3,914sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
1.37 Acres Lot
$3,484,200 Zestimate®
$639/sqft
$15,285 Estimated rent
Home value
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$3.17M - $3.87M
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Stone fireplaceStunning poolFlagstone terraceFrench doorsLight bright sunroomVaulted ceilingLovely formal dining room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Janet Olmsted 203-554-4022,
Brown Harris Stevens 203-655-1418,
Chris Merritt 203-550-9824,
Brown Harris Stevens
Bought with:
John Bainton, RES.0796143
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170558695
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Remodeled, Steam/Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Remodeled
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Jack & Jill Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor, Jack & Jill Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 10
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 26
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 10
Sun room
- Features: French Doors, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiant, Radiator, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,914
- Total interior livable area: 3,914 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,914
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Private, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Underground Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated
Lot
- Size: 1.37 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Pool House
- Parcel number: 103091
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Darien
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $639/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,374,380
- Annual tax amount: $24,203
- Date on market: 7/26/2023
- Exclusions: window treatments
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2023 | Sold | $2,500,000-4.8%$639/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170558695 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2023 | Pending sale | $2,625,000$671/sqft |
Source:  Halstead / Brown Harris Stevens #170558695 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2023 | Contingent | $2,625,000$671/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170558695 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2023 | Price change | $2,625,000-3.7%$671/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170558695 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,725,000+12.4%$696/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170558695 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2021 | Sold | $2,425,000-2.8%$620/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170397809 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2021 | Contingent | $2,495,000$637/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170397809 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+5.1%$637/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170397809 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2006 | Sold | $2,375,000$607/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98276302 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,561 +5.4% | $1,715,840 |
| 2024 | $25,206 +4.1% | $1,715,840 +24.8% |
| 2023 | $24,203 +2.2% | $1,374,380 |
| 2022 | $23,681 +2.3% | $1,374,380 |
| 2021 | $23,145 +3.1% | $1,374,380 |
| 2020 | $22,444 -0.8% | $1,374,380 |
| 2019 | $22,636 +1.4% | $1,374,380 -1% |
| 2018 | $22,320 -0.5% | $1,388,030 |
| 2017 | $22,431 +2.5% | $1,388,030 |
| 2016 | $21,889 +2.7% | $1,388,030 |
| 2015 | $21,306 +2.3% | $1,388,030 |
| 2014 | $20,834 +2.4% | $1,388,030 -10.2% |
| 2013 | $20,351 +3.9% | $1,545,250 |
| 2012 | $19,594 +3.9% | $1,545,250 |
| 2011 | $18,852 +3.9% | $1,545,250 |
| 2010 | $18,141 +3.3% | $1,545,250 |
| 2009 | $17,569 +9.8% | $1,545,250 +40.5% |
| 2008 | $16,007 +7.1% | $1,100,120 +2.1% |
| 2007 | $14,950 +4.1% | $1,077,860 +0.5% |
| 2006 | $14,366 -28% | $1,072,120 -30% |
| 2005 | $19,941 +55.6% | $1,531,600 +42.9% |
| 2004 | $12,812 +34.1% | $1,072,120 +46.6% |
| 2003 | $9,552 -6.9% | $731,430 |
| 2001 | $10,255 +7.4% | $731,430 -30% |
| 2000 | $9,552 -0.1% | $1,044,900 +93.7% |
| 1999 | $9,561 | $539,565 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06820
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ox Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Middlesex Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10Darien High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ox Ridge
- Middle: Middlesex
- High: Darien
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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