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Darien, CT / SOLD
17 Sunnyside AvenueDarien, CT 06820
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Sale Price$1,675,000ClosedMarch 25, 2026
Open house
Our Take
17 Sunnyside Avenue is a 1927 English Colonial with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one half bath. Its foyer opens to a living room with fireplace, dining room, and private study. The updated kitchen includes a Wolf range and quartz countertops, with access to an entertaining patio and fenced backyard with irrigation. Upstairs adds an office, while the finished daylight/walkout lower level includes a playroom, upgraded mudroom, and laundry. Recent additions include central air conditioning in 2025 and a washer and dryer in 2023.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24151138- Bedrooms
- 3
- BathroomsBaths
- 2 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 2,234
- Year built
- 1927
- Acres
- 0.19
- Property taxes
- $13,756
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- Living room with fireplace and dining room
- Wolf range and quartz kitchen countertops
- Patio and fully fenced backyard with irrigation
- Three upstairs bedrooms and an additional office
- Finished daylight/walkout lower-level playroom
- Central air conditioning added in 2025
- Two fully renovated bathrooms
- New washer and dryer in 2023
Read the full listing description
Sun-drenched and full of character, this beautifully updated English Colonial is set on a quiet, picture-perfect street in one of Noroton Heights' most desirable neighborhoods, a quick walk to the elementary school, a mile to middle school, steps to Woodland Park, and moments to shops, restaurants, and the NYC train. Blending timeless 1920s charm with thoughtful modern upgrades, the home welcomes you with an inviting foyer that opens to a gracious open plan living room with fireplace and dining room, perfect for entertaining, plus a private study that also makes a great playroom. The updated chef's kitchen includes a Wolf range and quartz countertops, and flows to an expansive entertaining patio and fully fenced backyard, complete with an irrigation system. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms and an additional office. The finished daylight/walkout lower level offers a versatile playroom, along with a recently upgraded mudroom and laundry. New central air conditioning added in 2025. New washer and dryer in 2023. Improvements in recent years also include 2 fully renovated bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, Nest thermostat, and an electric pet fence. Current owners have also added extensive plantings to the landscaping in the home's pretty and private property. City water/sewer/gas. Ask about garage and primary bath plans. Enjoy an easy and engaging lifestyle full of charm, style and easy access to all Noroton Heights has to offer!
Schools
- Elementary
- Holmes
- Middle
- Middlesex
- High
- Darien
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $1,675,000 | |
| Original list price | $1,510,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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View sold homes in Darien →*Estimate: $1,675,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 40% rebate = $16,750. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l · (203) 227-1246
Cyd Hamer
SmartMLS · Listing #24151138 · Closed
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