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Darien, CT / SOLD
74 Brookside RoadDarien, CT 06820
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Sale Price$3,706,313ClosedSeptember 11, 2025
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Our Take
74 Brookside Road is a 2016 Darien home with classic charm, modern convenience, and a landscaped yard. The front porch opens to a gracious entryway, formal living and dining rooms, and a private office. A spacious kitchen and family room with fireplace connect to the terrace and backyard, while the upstairs includes five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, and gas fireplace. A bonus room, finished third-floor space, outdoor stone fireplace, and three-car attached garage add flexibility.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #24106903- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 4 full / 2 half
- Square feet
- 6,069
- Year built
- 2016
- Acres
- 0.53
- Property taxes
- $34,403
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- Front porch and gracious entryway
- Private office and formal living room
- Two-oven kitchen with butler’s pantry
- Family room opening to terrace and backyard
- Primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom
- Bonus room with gas fireplace
- Outdoor stone fireplace and flat backyard
- Three-car attached garage
Read the full listing description
Built in 2016 this turnkey home combines classic charm with modern convenience all just steps from downtown Darien, Cherry Lawn Park, train and shops. The beautifully landscaped yard and welcoming exterior radiate warmth and character. Step onto the front porch and through the front door into a bright and gracious entryway leading to the formal living and dining rooms and private office. As you pass through the center hall you enter the heart of the home with a spacious gourmet kitchen and family room with fireplace which flows effortlessly onto the terrace and backyard. The well-appointed eat-in kitchen boasts high-quality appliances, two ovens, clean-line cabinetry, and generous countertop space, perfect for culinary enthusiasts, while the butlers pantry is equipped with an additional mini refrigerator and second dishwasher. Upstairs are five bedrooms and four bathrooms each thoughtfully designed to provide a relaxing retreat. The primary bedroom is a true sanctuary, with an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet and gas fireplace. Additional features include a bonus room with gas fireplace on the 2nd floor and a vast finished open space and storage space on the third floor. Outside, is an entertainer's dream to relax and unwind by the outdoor stone fireplace or enjoy the open flat backyard. Three-car attached garage. With top-rated schools, local parks, and vibrant community amenities close by, this home is ideally situated for enjoying all that Darien has to offer.
Schools
- Elementary
- Royle
- Middle
- Middlesex
- High
- Darien
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $3,706,313 | |
| Original list price | $3,495,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Kristin Nemec
SmartMLS · Listing #24106903 · Closed
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