48 Dorchester Rd

Darien, CT 06820

$5,295,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
6,242 Sq. Ft.
$848 / Sq. Ft.
6,242
Sq. Ft.
$848
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/22/25Virtual Tour
Closed 7/22/25Virtual Tour

Description

Welcome to the epitome of sophisticated elegance at 48 Dorchester Road. As you ascend the graceful driveway, the declaration "I've arrived" is truly realized in this grand estate where the grandeur of Versailles meets the charm of Darien. This unique residence is replete with architectural surprises, including a hidden main staircase which gracefully leads to an enchanting interior balcony reminiscent of Rapunzel's tower, overlooking the remarkable oval foyer. Elegant glass doors in the foyer open...Welcome to the epitome of sophisticated elegance at 48 Dorchester Road. As you ascend the graceful driveway, the declaration "I've arrived" is truly realized in this grand estate where the grandeur of Versailles meets the charm of Darien. This unique residence is replete with architectural surprises, including a hidden main staircase which gracefully leads to an enchanting interior balcony reminiscent of Rapunzel's tower, overlooking the remarkable oval foyer. Elegant glass doors in the foyer open to a picturesque courtyard and a reflecting pool, creating a stunning first impression. The gourmet chef's kitchen is designed for culinary excellence, boasting an oversized marble island, pantry, glass cabinetry, double ovens and a cozy family room w/a casual eating area. Entertain elegantly in the formal living & dining rooms, each adorned with a welcoming fireplace. The wet bar has a refrigerated wine closet which stores up to over 130 bottles. The 1st floor primary suite exudes luxury with its soaring ceilings, his and her walk-in closets, a lavish bathroom featuring a shower with an enclosed bathtub* and a separate sitting room. The bedroom's floor-to-ceiling French doors lead to the courtyard, complemented by a cozy gas fireplace. An adjacent bedroom and a 3rd bedroom/office share this wing of the home. Upstairs are 2 additional ensuite bedrooms connected by a refined wrought-iron bannister. The lower level offers an in-law apartment

Listing Agents

  1. Maggie Marchesi

    Maggie Marchesi

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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  2. Bob Marchesi

    Bob Marchesi

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    bob.marchesi@compass.com

    P: (646)-265-2846

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Property Details for 48 Dorchester Road

Basement Description
Full, Heated, Hatchway Access, Cooled, Partially Finished, Walk-out, Concrete Floor
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
European, Mediterranean
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Other, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/22/2025 08:19 PM

Property Details for 48 Dorchester Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24088890
Days on Market15
Taxes$42,147 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1985
Lot Size3.00 AC / 130,680 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

Sold By Compass Connecticut, LLC, Keiley Fuller

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Building Information for 48 Dorchester Road

Stories-Year Built1985Building Size-Lot Size3.00 AC / 130,680 SF

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$30,175 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$26,663

Property Taxes

$3,512

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Property Information for 48 Dorchester Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Either Brookside Rd or Stephen Mather Rd to Dorchester Rd... #48.
  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Darien
  • Latitude: 41.108622
  • Longitude: -73.47706
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 10
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $42,147
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Underground Utilities, Shed, Fruit Trees, Gazebo, Garden Area, Underground Sprinkler
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Humidifier, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry1 hook up & Laundry 2- main floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Wet Bar,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.1
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 10.8
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath,Engineered Wood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.9
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 11.9
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 32EEA1F25CBC73FDE0631401100A23AC
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.1
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.3
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 16.4
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.11
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.8
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 32EEA1F25CBC73FDE0631401100A23AC
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Quartz Counters,Wet Bar,Island,Pantry,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.7
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: French Doors,Partial Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.3
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.1
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.2
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 18.01
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stucco
  • Driveway Type: Gravel
  • Exclusions: See Listing Agent Maggie for exclusions.
  • Exterior Siding: Stucco
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Slate
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Lower Level, Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 665
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5577
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 102588
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5577.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 6242.0
  • Zoning: R2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 100 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 48 Dorchester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 22, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1907832115

$5,295,000

+29.4% / yr

May 18, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1462108302

$1,805,000

-0.1% / yr

Jun 17, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90942511

$1,850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/22/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1907832115

$5,295,000

+29.4% / yr

05/18/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1462108302

$1,805,000

-0.1% / yr

06/17/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90942511

$1,850,000

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

Public Records for 48 Dorchester Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,197,000Additions$1,525,650Total$2,722,650
Tax Record2024$42,147 ($3,512 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt5,577 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,577 SqFtStories2Lot Size130,680 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985Year Renovated2021ZoningR2CountyFAIRFIELDAPNDARI M:01 B:15AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 48 Dorchester 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

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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