Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,933 sqft
18 Ridge Acres Rd, Darien, CT 06820
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.96 acresLot Size
1930Year Built
$647/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Enchanting stone beauty designed by the noted 1930s architect, Fraser Peters. With style, charm, and grace, this is the first time on the market in 50 years. The WOW factor begins as you drive into the desirable Ridge Acres community and first see this beautiful house, property and gardens. Dramatic cathedral height Great Room with stone fireplace, handsome engaged ceiling timbers and very special second floor balcony. Enjoy the wonderful garden views from the spacious family room. And take delight...Enchanting stone beauty designed by the noted 1930s architect, Fraser Peters. With style, charm, and grace, this is the first time on the market in 50 years. The WOW factor begins as you drive into the desirable Ridge Acres community and first see this beautiful house, property and gardens. Dramatic cathedral height Great Room with stone fireplace, handsome engaged ceiling timbers and very special second floor balcony. Enjoy the wonderful garden views from the spacious family room. And take delight in dining in the most charming garden breakfast room. New roof, new heating system, new hot water, new generator. This is a very special offering at a very special value.
  • Listed by: Rita Kirby • William Pitt Sothebys International Realty
Listing closed: 05/26/2020 12:00 AM • Source: NEWCANAAN, MLS#: 144275

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,305,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

99.1%

Darien, CT

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Bedrooms
1,931
Square Feet
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Acres
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Bedrooms
2,106
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
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3

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Bedrooms
2,251
Square Feet
1.26
Acres
$1,075,000 | 17 Silver Lakes Drive, Darien, CT 06820
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Square Feet
1.14
Acres
$1,485,000 | 19 Littlebrook Road, Darien, CT 06820
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
0.25
Acres
$1,360,000 | 11 Greenwood Avenue, Darien, CT 06820
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4
Bedrooms
1,802
Square Feet
0.36
Acres
$1,600,000 | 77 Maple Street, Darien, CT 06820
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Sold 03/31/26

4
Bedrooms
2,180
Square Feet
0.16
Acres

Location

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Property Information for 18 Ridge Acres Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $13,512 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Exterior: Stone
  • School: Other
  • Swimming Pool: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.96 AC / 41,817 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Absolute Longitude: 73
  • Bus: yes
  • Buyer Zip Code: 06906
  • Directions: North on Brookside Road, right onto Ridge Acres Road.
  • Equipment Included: Cable TV Conn, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dryer, Ceiling Fan
  • Miles To Station: 2.00
  • Negotiate: LB
  • Station: Other
Parking
  • Garage: Under
  • Garage: Garage Stalls: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2019
Property
Lot Information
  • Parcel Id: DARI-000004-000000-000062
  • Zoning: R2
Property and Assessments
  • Amenities: 1st Fl Primary Bdrm, Terrace, Generator
  • Assessment: $820,400
  • Book Msg 2: *** NEW LISTING ***
  • Exclusions: On File
  • In House Exclusive: No
  • Lvl/Source: Town Hall
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Group Id: 19990816212109142258000000
  • Water: Well
  • Property Type: A
  • Real Estate Owned: No
Utilities
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Oil Tank: Basement
  • Sewer: Septic
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Porch: Enclosed
  • Roof: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Air Conditioning: Central
  • Attic: None
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood, W/W Carpet
  • Heat Zone: 1
  • Heating: Rad/HW
  • Walls: Plaster
  • Rooms: 8
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: 1
  • Length: Cthdrl Cl
  • Level: 1
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: 1
  • Level: 1
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: 1
  • Level: 1
Room 4
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: 1
  • Level: 1
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: 1
  • Level: 1
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Level: 1
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: 2
  • Level: 2
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: 2
  • Level: 2
Agent
Agent Information
  • Agent Interest: No
  • List Agent Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Agent Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • List Office Board Code: NCBOR
  • List Office Board Id: 20210812141035994760000000
  • Listing Member Address: 26 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Member Short Id: 100123
  • Listing Member Url: ritakirby.williampitt.com
  • Listing Office Address: 26 Cherry Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
  • Listing Office Email: mriley@wpsir.com
  • Listing Office Fax: (203) 972-6123
  • Listing Office Phone: (203) 966-2633
  • Listing Office Short Id: 15
  • Selling Agency Id: 20100904210400654597000000
  • Selling Member Address: CT
  • Selling Member Short Id: 100648
  • Selling Office Address: CT
  • Selling Office Email: train.accounts@gmail.com
  • Selling Office Short Id: 49
  • ListingMemberName: Rita Kirby
  • ListingMemberPhone: (203) 984-7665
  • SellingMemberName: non member
  • SellingOfficeName: Non-Member

Property History for 18 Ridge Acres Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 18, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1379694047

$625,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/18/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1379694047

$625,000

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

Public Records for 18 Ridge Acres Road

Taxable ValueLand$622,440Additions$463,260Total$1,085,700
Tax Record2025$16,807 ($1,401 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,985 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,985 SqFtStories1Lot Size41,818 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningR2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNDARI M:04 B:62

Schools near 18 Ridge Acres Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ox Ridge 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 18 Ridge Acres Road, Darien, CT 06820
$1,250,000
4
1,933
41,817
$1,728,000
5
4.5
3,738
39,640
$2,550,000
4
4,221
38,332
$2,500,000
5
4.5
5,752
40,946
$3,255,000
5
7,549
162,478
$2,550,000
4
3.5
3,660
91,520

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