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Darien, CT / SOLD
40 Birch RoadDarien, CT 06820
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Sale Price$2,500,000ClosedJuly 23, 2023
Open house
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170558695- Bedrooms
- 4
- BathroomsBaths
- 3 full / 1 half
- Square feet
- 3,914
- Year built
- 1926
- Acres
- 1.37
- Property taxes
- $24,203
July 2023-June 2024
Read the full listing description
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.
Schools
- Elementary
- Ox Ridge
- Middle
- Middlesex
- High
- Darien
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $2,500,000 | |
| Original list price | $2,725,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $2,500,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $31,250. 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 Brown Harris Stevens
Janet Olmsted
SmartMLS · Listing #170558695 · Closed
Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 5:19 PM EDT.
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