256 Brookside Rd

Darien, CT 06820

$3,790,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
6,000 Sq. Ft.
$632 / Sq. Ft.
6,000
Sq. Ft.
$632
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/3/17
Closed 9/3/17
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Description

Originally designed by Ed Wallace, this remarkable Connecticut colonial has been tastefully renovated and expanded, boasting every amenity and 2.1 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds in a desirable, private location. The main house includes six bedrooms plus four full and two half baths. A gourmet eat-in kitchen opens onto a light-filled family room with wood burning fireplace and views of the private backyard. Nestled among the lovely land and gardens are a guest house and stunning pool with...Originally designed by Ed Wallace, this remarkable Connecticut colonial has been tastefully renovated and expanded, boasting every amenity and 2.1 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds in a desirable, private location. The main house includes six bedrooms plus four full and two half baths. A gourmet eat-in kitchen opens onto a light-filled family room with wood burning fireplace and views of the private backyard. Nestled among the lovely land and gardens are a guest house and stunning pool with pool house offering a spacious living area with a half bath and outdoor shower. The separate guest house includes a generous entertaining space, potting room, separate bedroom, and full bath. This is an opportunity to own a very special property.
  1. Listed by KRISTIN NEMEC • HOULIHAN LAWRENCE DAR

Property Details for 256 Brookside Road

Town
Darien
Style
Colonial
Basement
Full
Garage #
3
Garage Description
Attached
Pool
Yes
Pool Description
In Ground - Heated
LISTING UPDATED: 08/25/2024 10:35 PM

Property Details for 256 Brookside Road

StatusClosed
MLS #32476
Days on Market482
Taxes$36,715 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1948
Lot Size2.11 AC / 91,737 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Listing Courtesy of HOULIHAN LAWRENCE DAR, KRISTIN NEMEC

Sold By HOULIHAN LAWRENCE DAR, CRISTIE VEEDER

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Building Information for 256 Brookside Road

Stories2Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size2.11 AC / 91,737 SF

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$18,472

Property Taxes

$3,060

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Property Information for 256 Brookside Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: POST RD. TO BROOKSIDE RD.
  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien
  • Energy Efficient: Thermal Windows
  • Mechanical Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System, Sprinkler System
  • House Color: WHITE
  • Mill Rate: $16
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Also for Rent: No
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Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 10129
  • Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: R-2
Property and Assessments
  • Assessed Value: $2,271,990
  • Assessment - Building: $1,415,260
  • Assessment - Land: $856,730
  • SqFt Source: Owner
  • Water: Well
  • Year Renovated: 2006
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Fuel: Oil, Propane
  • Sewer: Septic
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Cabana, Garden, Guest
Interior Features
  • Exclusions: FOYER CHANDELIER, LR SCONCES ABOVE FIREPLACE, POOLHOUSE/INDOOR LIGHT FIXTURES, ALL ELECTRONICS &TV'S
  • Inclusions: NEGOTIABLE: WINDOW TREATMENTS
  • Living Room: Fireplace, Formal
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 23X14
  • Bedroom 2: Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X13
  • Bedroom 3: Built-Ins, Upper, Full Bath
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X15
  • Bedroom 4: Built-Ins, Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X14
  • Bedroom 5: Upper
  • Bedroom 5: Dimensions: 13X12
  • Bedroom 6: Upper
  • Bedroom 6: Dimensions: 16X12
  • Dining Room: Formal
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X14
  • Family Room: Entertainment Center, First Level, Fireplace
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X22
  • Baths: First Floor Half Baths: 2
  • Baths: Second Floor Full Baths: 4
  • Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Remodeled, Eat-In, Island
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 28X14
  • Laundry Location: First
  • Additional Rooms: Library, Utility Room, Playroom, Office, Mudroom
  • Additional Rooms: Mudroom Dimensions: 9X9
  • Additional Rooms: Office Dimensions: 10X12
  • Additional Rooms: Playroom Dimensions: 23X13
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Foyer, Wine Cellar, Wainscoting, French Doors
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Addl Exterior Feats: Patio
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Wall Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
  • Attic: Pull Down
  • Basement Finish: Partial Finished
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Level: Lower
Room 5
  • Room Level: Lower
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 13
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 14
  • Room Level: Upper

Property History for 256 Brookside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 5, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #605275774

$3,790,000

+10.3% / yr

Jul 21, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #143668175

$1,050,128—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/05/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #605275774

$3,790,000

+10.3% / yr

07/21/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #143668175

$1,050,128

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

Public Records for 256 Brookside Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,028,020Additions$1,620,290Total$2,648,310
Tax Record2024$40,996 ($3,416 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,847 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,847 SqFtStories2Lot Size91,737 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated2006ZoningR2CountyFAIRFIELDAPNDARI M:04 B:26Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 256 Brookside Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ox Ridge Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Middlesex Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Darien High School
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

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