229 West Avenue

Closed 6/30/26
Closed 6/30/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,852,000
3 beds2,752 sqft

229 West Ave, Darien, CT 06820

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.37 acresLot Size
1928Year Built
$673/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Classic center hall Colonial with thoughtful updates and wonderful natural light throughout. Renovated kitchen with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances features a cheerful breakfast nook overlooking the yard. A spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, bright family room, and formal dining room complete the first floor. Well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable living, while the walk-up attic presents exceptional opportunity for future expansion. Renovated lower level includes a playroom, laundry...Classic center hall Colonial with thoughtful updates and wonderful natural light throughout. Renovated kitchen with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances features a cheerful breakfast nook overlooking the yard. A spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, bright family room, and formal dining room complete the first floor. Well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable living, while the walk-up attic presents exceptional opportunity for future expansion. Renovated lower level includes a playroom, laundry room, and flexible office or guest bedroom space. Additional highlights include natural gas heat and hot water, on-demand generator, and a two-car garage with EV charger. Large fenced yard and expansive patio create a wonderful space for entertaining, relaxing, and play. Ideally located within easy walking distance to Metro-North Railroad and the shops and restaurants at Darien Commons. A rare opportunity to enjoy comfort, style, and convenience in one exceptional Darien home.
Listing Agent
  1. Chichi Mayhew

    Chichi Mayhew

    Listing Agent

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    P: (203) 943-2887

    M: (203) 943-2887

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Listing closed: 06/30/2026 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24174390
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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 229 West Avenue

Property Details

  • Taxes: $10,643 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Partially Finished
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 05-14-2026
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Noroton
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 05-14-2026

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1928
  • Lot Size: 0.37 AC / 16,117 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Noroton Ave to West Ave house right after Palmer Lane
  • Elementary School: Royle
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Darien
  • Latitude: 41.070479
  • Longitude: -73.489858
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $10,643

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Floored, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Breakfast Nook,Island,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 517DF051D191CA64E0631A01100AD0E9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 517DF051D191CA64E0631A01100AD0E9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 13.0

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2352
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 106747
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2352.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2752.0
  • Zoning: R15
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 229 West Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 15, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1944521891

$1,852,000

+6.5% / yr

Jul 31, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #366022448

$825,000
—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/15/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1944521891

$1,852,000

+6.5% / yr

07/31/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #366022448

$825,000

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

Public Records for 229 West Avenue

Taxable Value

Land

$375,550

Additions

$311,990
Total$687,540

Tax Record

2025

$10,643 ($887 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,352 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,352 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,104 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

16,117 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1928

Year Renovated

1928

Zoning

R15

County

WESTERN CONNECTICUT

APN

DARI M:40 B:25

Schools near 229 West Avenue

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Royle Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Middlesex Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Darien High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Royle 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: 229 West Avenue, Darien, CT 06820
$1,852,000
3
2,752
16,117
231 West Avenue, Darien, CT 06820
$303,500
3
1,500
8,712
227 West Avenue, Darien, CT 06820
–
4
2.5
1,932
13,939
225 West Avenue, Darien, CT 06820
$375,000
2
1.5
1,428
10,454
3 Palmer Lane, Darien, CT 06820
$556,552
3
1.5
1,953
9,583
2 Palmer Lane, Darien, CT 06820
$964,000
4
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