Darien, CT / SOLD

395 West AvenueDarien, CT 06820

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Sale Price$950,000ClosedMay 31, 2023

Our Take

395 West Avenue in Darien is an 1886 home with six bedrooms and a full-length porch. Inside, a foyer with a staircase and stained-glass window leads to formal living and dining rooms; the dining room has nine-foot ceilings and a bay window. The second floor includes a primary bedroom, two guest bedrooms, and a smaller bedroom that could serve as an office, nursery, or laundry room. The finished third floor adds two guest rooms or work and play space. A rear kitchen accommodates a sit-down table, and a detached garage is included.

395 West Avenue — exterior photo
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The buyer could have saved $4,750 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.

At a glance

Closed · MLS #170557723
Bedrooms
6
BathroomsBaths
2 full / 0 half
Square feet
2,550
Year built
1886
Acres
0.55
Property taxes
$10,509

July 2022-June 2023

What stands out

  • Full-length porch for seasonal outdoor use
  • Foyer with staircase and stained-glass window
  • Formal living room with fireplace
  • Dining room with nine-foot ceilings and bay window
  • Rear kitchen with room for a table
  • Finished third floor with two guest rooms
  • Six-bedroom layout for flexible uses
  • Detached garage
Read the full listing description

. This classic home embraces the traditional turn-of-the-century design with a welcoming large, full-length porch making it easy to enjoy the ever-changing seasons. Rich in historical influence, upon entering the home you are met with the elegant foyer with a dramatic staircase, complete with a stained-glass window. The foyer leads into the gracious formal living room with fireplace. The formal dining room with 9 ft ceilings and bay window allows in generous light. The kitchen is located at the rear of the home, which is big enough for a sit-down table. The second floor contains the primary bedroom, two guest bedrooms and a smaller bedroom room which also could be used as a nursery, office or large laundry room. The finished third floor contains two additional guest rooms or a great work and/or play space. With six bedrooms this home can accommodate flexible uses for today's work from home needs or large holiday gatherings. Bring your ideas and plans to renovate this gem with tremendous upside potential. Situated close to the train station and major commuting routes. There is also a detached garage.

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
Middle
Per Board of Ed
High
Darien

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Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$950,000
Original list price$989,000

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $950,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $4,750. 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 Coldwell Banker Realty

Jefferson Guthrie

SmartMLS · Listing #170557723 · Closed

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