1 Brush Island Road

Closed 2/28/25
Closed 2/28/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$4,460,000
5 beds4,542 sqft
1 Brush Island Rd, Darien, CT 06820
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.94 acresLot Size
2003Year Built
$982/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$2,500/yrHOA Fees
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Secluded, modern hilltop retreat overlooking Holly Pond and the salt marsh. Nearly 3 acres on a private road adjacent to Darien Land Trust property and Weed Beach Park. Designed by David Austin for his personal residence in 2003. This 5-bedroom 3.5 bath home has been totally renovated by the current owners. A pool, dock, stone patio with gas fire pit, an additional wood burning fire pit, and perennial gardens complete the stunning outdoor spaces set dramatically into the natural contours of the property....Secluded, modern hilltop retreat overlooking Holly Pond and the salt marsh. Nearly 3 acres on a private road adjacent to Darien Land Trust property and Weed Beach Park. Designed by David Austin for his personal residence in 2003. This 5-bedroom 3.5 bath home has been totally renovated by the current owners. A pool, dock, stone patio with gas fire pit, an additional wood burning fire pit, and perennial gardens complete the stunning outdoor spaces set dramatically into the natural contours of the property. With its kitchen and bar set up for entertaining the downstairs spaces take full advantage of the views of Holly Pond. Abundant wildlife and magnificent sunsets make this such a special offering. Easy access to school, shopping and commuting.
  • Listed by: Douglas Milne 203.667.0344 douglasdmilne@gmail.com • Houlihan Lawrence
Listing closed: 02/28/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24045863

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$3,625,000

Avg days on market

8

Sale-to-list ratio

111.9%

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Property Information for 1 Brush Island Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $35,893 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: None
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Brush Island
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Lot Size: 2.94 AC / 128,066 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Nearwater Lane go right at entrance to Weed Beach. Then take right on to Brush Island Road. first driveway on the right
  • Elementary School: Hindley
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Darien
  • Intermediate School: Middlesex
  • Latitude: 41.049079
  • Longitude: -73.489899
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 3
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 2500
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: $412
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $35,893
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Terrace, Deck, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Pond, Dock or Mooring, Association Required, Access
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Floored, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 21CA514F9E016306E063D501100ABD30
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Gas Log Fireplace
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Breakfast Bar,Gas Log Fireplace,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 21CA514F9E016306E063D501100ABD30
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Biege
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle, Metal
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 4542
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Borders Open Space, Sloping Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 108392
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4542.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4542.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 50 Gallon Tank, Upright Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 1 Brush Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 21, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1552740206

$4,460,000

+5.2% / yr

Jun 28, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #312207988

$2,225,000

-18.2% / yr

Feb 10, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #306705072

$2,400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/21/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1552740206

$4,460,000

+5.2% / yr

06/28/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #312207988

$2,225,000

-18.2% / yr

02/10/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #306705072

$2,400,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1 Brush Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,467,690Additions$975,660Total$2,443,350
Tax Record2025$37,823 ($3,152 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,542 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,542 SqFtStories2Lot Size128,241 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003Year Renovated2015ZoningR-1CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNDARI M:56 B:22

Schools near 1 Brush Island Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hindley Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Middlesex Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Darien High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pear Tree Point School
Private - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hindley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Middlesex Middle School
Public6 to 8

Darien High School
Public9 to 12

Pear Tree Point School
PrivateK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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