26 Searles Rd

Darien, CT 06820

$6,500,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
5,500 Sq. Ft.
$1,182 / Sq. Ft.
5,500
Sq. Ft.
$1,182
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/8/23
Closed 9/8/23
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Description

Exceptional! ... High quality renovation on prime real estate in darien's premier private waterfront association... Tokeneke. If you know Darien, then you know Tokeneke! Hundreds of acres of prime residential real estate (on Long Island Sound)...was envisioned & designed in the early 1900's to be a ''park-like setting where well-to-do New Yorkers, artists, & writers gravitated, building beautiful summer & year round homes'' This property (known as ''Stone Harbor'') is sited in a truly outstanding...Exceptional! ... High quality renovation on prime real estate in darien's premier private waterfront association... Tokeneke. If you know Darien, then you know Tokeneke! Hundreds of acres of prime residential real estate (on Long Island Sound)...was envisioned & designed in the early 1900's to be a ''park-like setting where well-to-do New Yorkers, artists, & writers gravitated, building beautiful summer & year round homes'' This property (known as ''Stone Harbor'') is sited in a truly outstanding location on its own peninsula w/water access & views not to mention the manicured grounds that extend to the South. This notable residence offers a fabulous floorplan & quality accoutrement designed to take full advantage of its location while affording its owner the benefits of luxury ''state of th
  1. Listed by Bruce A. Baker • WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR

Property Details for 26 Searles Road

Town
Darien
Sub-Area
Tokeneke
Style
Colonial
Basement
Full
Garage #
2
Garage Description
Attached
Pool
Yes
Pool Description
In Ground - Heated
LISTING CLOSED: 09/08/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 26 Searles Road

StatusClosed
MLS #38090
Days on Market113
Taxes$69,887 / year
HOA Fees$300 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1901
Lot Size1.53 AC / 66,646 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Building Information for 26 Searles Road

Stories3Year Built1901Building Size-Lot Size1.53 AC / 66,646 SF

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$33,039

Property Taxes

$5,824

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Property Information for 26 Searles Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Tokeneke Road To Five Mile River Road To Searles Road (Tokeneke Entrance)
  • Miles to Station: 1 - 2 Miles
  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien
  • Energy Efficient: LED Lighting, Thermal Windows, Programmable Thermostat
  • Mechanical Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System, Smoke Detector, Generator, Central Vac
  • House Color: Off White
  • Mill Rate: $17
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Also for Rent: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level, Waterfront, Waterview, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 08336
  • Waterfront: Access, Sound, Frontage
  • Zoning: R-1
Property and Assessments
  • Assessed Value: $4,056,150
  • Assessment - Building: $1,494,780
  • Assessment - Land: $2,561,370
  • SqFt Source: Architect
  • Water: Public Connected
  • Year Renovated: 20082018
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Air, Radiant
  • Fuel: Propane
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Cable: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Underground Utilities, Garden, Fence
Interior Features
  • Living Room: Fireplace, Great
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 29.05 X 22.09
  • Bedroom 2: Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15.01 X 14.11
  • Bedroom 3: Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 18.01 X 13.11
  • Bedroom 4: Fireplace, Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 13.06 X 12.04
  • Bedroom 5: Full Bath, Walk-In, Upper
  • Bedroom 5: Dimensions: 14.11 X 13.04
  • Dining Room: Formal
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 17.03 /x 13..09
  • Family Room: Entertainment Center
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 23.05 X 17.03
  • Baths: First Floor Half Baths: 2
  • Baths: Second Floor Full Baths: 4
  • Kitchen: Breakfast Nook, Island, Eat-In, Fireplace
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 32.10 X 14.09
  • Laundry Location: Upper
  • Additional Rooms: Breakfast Room, Playroom, Office, Game Room
  • Additional Rooms: Office Dimensions: 13.06 X 12.04
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Wet Bar, French Doors, Foyer
  • Roof: Slate
  • Addl Exterior Feats: Deck, Patio
  • Appliances Included: Chandelier(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Freezer, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Compactor
  • Attic: Finished
  • Basement Finish: Unfinished
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 3
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 4
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 5
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Level: Other
Room 10
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 13
  • Room Level: Upper

Property History for 26 Searles Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1518621971

$6,500,000

+3.0% / yr

Dec 18, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #612941286

$5,500,000

+6.9% / yr

Oct 26, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #229061961

$2,800,000

+7.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1518621971

$6,500,000

+3.0% / yr

12/18/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #612941286

$5,500,000

+6.9% / yr

10/26/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #229061961

$2,800,000

+7.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 26 Searles Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,964,920Additions$1,677,200Total$4,642,120
Tax Record2024$71,860 ($5,988 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt5,148 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,148 SqFtStories2Lot Size67,461 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1901Year Renovated2018ZoningR-1CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNDARI M:67 B:86Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26 Searles 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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