3 Contentment Island Rd

Darien, CT 06820

$3,875,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,924 Sq. Ft.
$787 / Sq. Ft.
4,924
Sq. Ft.
$787
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/17/25
Closed 4/17/25
a view of a house with a yard

Description

Serenity. Bright and cheerful, this picturesque home with water views in the heart of Tokeneke will take your breath away. Designed with enjoyment in mind, the balconies from the second floor capture Long Island Sound, Scotts Cove and majestic views of your own private salt water pond with fountain on this 1.4 level acre property. Spend your evening unwinding in your screened in porch or step outside to the bluestone patio and watch the sun set. The eat-in kitchen with center island has a perfect...Serenity. Bright and cheerful, this picturesque home with water views in the heart of Tokeneke will take your breath away. Designed with enjoyment in mind, the balconies from the second floor capture Long Island Sound, Scotts Cove and majestic views of your own private salt water pond with fountain on this 1.4 level acre property. Spend your evening unwinding in your screened in porch or step outside to the bluestone patio and watch the sun set. The eat-in kitchen with center island has a perfect view of the pond. The primary suite has a work from home office and 2 decks for enjoyment. With a full bar room, including 2 full size wine fridges and sink, you will have guests over with ease. An added surprise of the home is the generous second floor family room with vaulted ceilings offering panoramic views of Scotts Cove. Don't miss this opportunity to live in an iconic Darien setting.

Listing Agent

  1. Nancy Dauk

    Nancy Dauk

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    nancy.dauk@compass.com

    P: (203)-858-1146

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Property Details for 3 Contentment Island Road

Basement Description
Crawl Space
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
Tokeneke
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/17/2025 10:48 PM

Property Details for 3 Contentment Island Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24078256
Days on Market15
Taxes$44,736 / year
HOA Fees$1,978 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1970
Lot Size1.40 AC / 60,984 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence, Stephanie O'Grady

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Building Information for 3 Contentment Island Road

Stories-Year Built1970Building Size-Lot Size1.40 AC / 60,984 SF

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$22,779 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$18,886

Property Taxes

$3,728

HOA Dues

$165

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Property Information for 3 Contentment Island Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Tokeneke Rd - Searles to Contentment
  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • High School: Darien
  • Latitude: 41.06042
  • Longitude: -73.45361
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Security Service, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 1978
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $44,736
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Balcony, Porch, Deck, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Balcony/Deck
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: French Doors,Patio/Terrace
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 2F8B51D16FDB33BBE063D501100ABF49
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Island
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 2F8B51D16FDB33BBE063D501100ABF49
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Gray
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 4924
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 109162
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4924.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4924.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 65 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 3 Contentment Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 4, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1555937893

$3,875,000

+4.5% / yr

Dec 16, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90943552

$1,164,545

+5.5% / yr

Jul 26, 1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90945267

$920,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/04/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1555937893

$3,875,000

+4.5% / yr

12/16/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90943552

$1,164,545

+5.5% / yr

07/26/1993

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90945267

$920,000

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

Public Records for 3 Contentment Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,714,580Additions$1,330,770Total$3,045,350
Tax Record2024$47,142 ($3,928 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,924 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,924 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,984 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1970Year Renovated2007ZoningR-1CountyFAIRFIELDAPNDARI M:67 B:50Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3 Contentment Island 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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