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  • $17,000,000

    865 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd, Darien, CT 06820

    6beds
    10,197sqft
    : 
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1937
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,667/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Pool and pool houseContemporary living spacesHistoric charmExpansive estateGeorgian colonialField house
    Originally constructed in 1937 by Philadelphia architect Julian A. Fay, this 10,000+ square-foot Georgian Colonial has been meticulously restored, renovated, and expanded by its current owners. Renowned architect Louise Brooks skillfully preserved the home's historic charm while seamlessly integrating contemporary living spaces to meet today's lifestyle demands. Situated at the end of a long gravel drive lined with Bradford Pear trees, the expansive estate spans 9.5 acres and includes the main house, a pool and pool house, a two-bedroom guest house, and a Field House that epitomizes dream living.
    486 days
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 03, 2025 at 11:35am

    Listed by:

    Ashley Dineen 203-253-9616,

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    Source: Greenwich MLS, Inc.,MLS#: 121353MLS Logo

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 9
    • Full bathrooms: 6
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Back Stairs, Sauna
    • Basement: Finished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 4
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 10,197
    • Total interior livable area: 10,197 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 4
    Features
    • Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Balcony, Gas Grill
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Heated
    Lot
    • Features: Parklike
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House, Pool House
    • Parcel number: 035 03 811
    • Zoning: RA-2

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Roof: Wood
    Condition
    • Year built: 1937
    • Major remodel year: 2006

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System
    Location
    • Region: Darien

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,667/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $4,620,630
    • Annual tax amount: $67,877
    • Date on market: 9/5/2024
    • Inclusions: Washer/Dryer, All Kitchen Applncs
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    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    6/2/2025Price change$17,000,000-10.5%$1,667/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24043900 Report a problem
    9/5/2024Listed for sale$19,000,000+986.3%$1,863/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24043900 Report a problem
    9/12/2005Sold$1,749,000-65.2%$172/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/11/2005Sold$5,030,000$493/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #98209345 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$71,527 +5.4%$4,620,630
    2024$67,877 -7.6%$4,620,630 +10.7%
    2023$73,485 +2.2%$4,172,910

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $114,516/mo
    Principal & interest
    $84624
    Property taxes
    $23942
    Home insurance
    $5950

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 06820

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