1 Runkenhage Road

Closed 10/3/23
Closed 10/3/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$6,500,000
6 beds11,192 sqft$581/sqft
1 Runkenhage Rd, Darien, CT 06820
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.25 acresLot Size
1967Year Built
$581/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$4,183/yrHOA Fees
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Cove Hill is an iconic property in private Tokeneke Association, beautifully sited high above Scotts Cove with breathtaking views from the home and many property vantage points. Experience the tranquility of a private 3.25 acres with a gated security entrance, sweeping lawn leading to approx. 300ft of water frontage, a new dock, a historic pier, full-service guest cottage, pool, spacious pool house and newly rebuilt seawall. The solidly constructed main home is perfect for both informal and formal...Cove Hill is an iconic property in private Tokeneke Association, beautifully sited high above Scotts Cove with breathtaking views from the home and many property vantage points. Experience the tranquility of a private 3.25 acres with a gated security entrance, sweeping lawn leading to approx. 300ft of water frontage, a new dock, a historic pier, full-service guest cottage, pool, spacious pool house and newly rebuilt seawall. The solidly constructed main home is perfect for both informal and formal living featuring high ceilings, handcrafted woodwork, imported materials, and a flexible floor plan. A dramatic front to back reception hall leads to an expansive wrap-around terrace and wide staircase to the main lawn. 1hr from New York City. A very special waterfront property and forever home.
Listing closed: 10/03/2023 12:00 AM • Source: DARIEN MLS, MLS#: 37895

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$6,075,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

94.1%

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Property Information for 1 Runkenhage Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $86,008 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Town: Darien
  • Sub-Area: Tokeneke
  • Style: Colonial
  • Basement: Partial
  • Garage #: 3
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground - Heated
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Lot Size: 3.25 AC / 141,570 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Old Farm Rd, right on Tokeneke Trail, Left on Runkenhage Rd
  • Miles to Station: 1 - 2 Miles
  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien
  • Mechanical Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System, Sprinkler System, Generator
  • Handicap Access: No
  • House Color: Brick
  • Mill Rate: $17
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Also for Rent: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Possible Subdivide, Waterview, Waterfront, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: DARI-000069-000000-000029
  • Waterfront: Access, Sound, View, Frontage, Dock
  • Zoning: R-1
Property and Assessments
  • Assessed Value: $4,991,770
  • Assessment - Building: $2,512,860
  • Assessment - Land: $2,478,910
  • SqFt Source: Town
  • Water: Public Connected
  • Year Renovated: 2007
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Fuel: Electric
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Cable: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Outbuilding, Gas Grill, Guest, Greenhouse, Fence
Interior Features
  • Exclusions: chandeliers in: foyer, primary bedroom and second floor landing above foyer
  • Living Room: Fireplace, Great, Formal
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 32x24
  • Bedroom 2: Full Bath, Walk-In
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 24x22
  • Bedroom 3: Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 18x11
  • Bedroom 4: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 18x12
  • Bedroom 5: Upper
  • Bedroom 5: Dimensions: 15x14
  • Dining Room: Formal
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 24x21
  • Family Room: Ceiling Fan, First Level
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 26x17
  • Baths: First Floor Full Baths: 2
  • Baths: First Floor Half Baths: 3
  • Baths: Second Floor Full Baths: 3
  • Kitchen: Eat-In, Remodeled, Pantry, Island
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 25x13
  • Laundry Location: First
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Sunroom, Playroom, Office, Library
  • Additional Rooms: Office Dimensions: 16x14
  • Additional Rooms: Playroom Dimensions: 17x38
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan, Wainscoting, Wet Bar, Slider, Foyer
  • Roof: Slate
  • Addl Exterior Feats: Patio, Terrace, Screen Porch
  • Appliances Included: Cooktop, Wall Oven, Window Treatments, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Freezer, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Attic: Unfinished, Walkup
  • Basement Finish: Unfinished
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 4
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 5
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 6
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Level: Main
Room 11
  • Room Level: Main
Room 12
  • Room Level: Main
Room 13
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 14
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 15
  • Room Level: Main
Room 16
  • Room Level: Main
Room 17
  • Room Level: Main
Room 18
  • Room Level: Main
Room 19
  • Room Level: Main
Room 20
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 1 Runkenhage Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 3, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1519862001

$6,500,000

+1.7% / yr

Jan 18, 1995

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90944057

$4,025,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/03/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1519862001

$6,500,000

+1.7% / yr

01/18/1995

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90944057

$4,025,000

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

Public Records for 1 Runkenhage Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,094,420Additions$1,939,210Total$5,033,630
Tax Record2025$77,921 ($6,493 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size141,570 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)ZoningR-1CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNDARI M:69 B:29

Schools near 1 Runkenhage Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tokeneke Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Middlesex Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Darien High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tokeneke Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Middlesex Middle School
Public6 to 8

Darien High School
Public9 to 12

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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This home: 1 Runkenhage Road, Darien, CT 06820
$6,500,000
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141,570
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