Last Sold Price
6 beds6,220 sqft$348/sqft
52 Dorchester Rd, Darien, CT 06820

Description

Reminiscent of a bygone era, this iconic 1930s brick estate is poised to be brought back to its former glory. Envision Gatsby-meets-2018 with a grand entrance, generously sized rooms, high ceilings, fumed wood paneling and arched doors, newly refinished floors and a freshly painted interior throughout much of the house. Set on 4.5 private acres with a pool, cabana and mature plantings, this property is a rare find. Aggressively priced for sale in ''as is'' condition, this home is perfect for discerning...Reminiscent of a bygone era, this iconic 1930s brick estate is poised to be brought back to its former glory. Envision Gatsby-meets-2018 with a grand entrance, generously sized rooms, high ceilings, fumed wood paneling and arched doors, newly refinished floors and a freshly painted interior throughout much of the house. Set on 4.5 private acres with a pool, cabana and mature plantings, this property is a rare find. Aggressively priced for sale in ''as is'' condition, this home is perfect for discerning buyers ready to create a masterpiece.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/01/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by AMY BARSANTI • WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR
  2. Listed by CAROLYN BROOK • WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR

Property Details for 52 Dorchester Road

Status
MLS #
33861
Days on Market
285
Taxes
$49,327 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1938
Lot Size
4.50 AC / 196,020 SF
Town
Darien
Style
Colonial
Basement
Partial
Garage #
4
Garage Description
Attached, Detached
Pool
Yes
Pool Description
In Ground

Location

Listing Courtesy of WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR, AMY BARSANTI; WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR, CAROLYN BROOK

Sold By Brown Harris Stevens, NANCY DAUK

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Building Information for 52 Dorchester Road

Stories2Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size4.50 AC / 196,020 SF

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$15,128 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,017

Property Taxes

$4,111

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 52 Dorchester Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Mansfield Ave. to Stephen Mather Rd. to Dorchester
  • Miles to Station: 2 - 3 Miles
  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien
  • Mechanical Features: Generator, Security System
  • Handicap Access: No
  • House Color: Brick
  • Mill Rate: $16
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Also for Rent: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: May be Subdividable, Some Wetlands
  • Parcel Number: 102585
  • Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: R2
Property and Assessments
  • Assessed Value: $3,067,610
  • Assessment - Building: $1,991,360
  • Assessment - Land: $1,076,250
  • SqFt Source: Town
  • Water: Well
  • Wetlands: Partial
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Cable: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Cabana, Underground Utilities
Interior Features
  • Inclusions: generator, wall ovens, stove top, refrigerator, dishwasher, dryer, washer
  • Living Room: Fireplace, Formal
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 29x17
  • Bedroom 2: Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14x14
  • Bedroom 3: Built-Ins, Upper, Full Bath
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14x15
  • Bedroom 4: Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12x15
  • Bedroom 5: Full Bath, Upper
  • Bedroom 5: Dimensions: 12x12
  • Bedroom 6: Upper
  • Bedroom 6: Dimensions: 12x16
  • Dining Room: Fireplace, Sunken, Formal
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 25x17
  • Baths: First Floor Half Baths: 3
  • Baths: Second Floor Full Baths: 5
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 19x22
  • Laundry Location: Upper
  • Additional Rooms: Library, Mudroom
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Interior Features: Foyer, Wet Bar, French Doors
  • Roof: Other
  • Addl Exterior Feats: Terrace
  • Appliances Included: Chandelier(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
  • Attic: Pull Down, Storage
  • 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: Main
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 10
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Level: Upper

Property History for 52 Dorchester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 2, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #644229859

$2,167,500
May 2, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1314621028

$2,167,500

+580.8% / yr

Sep 23, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327035687

$1
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/02/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #644229859

$2,167,500
05/02/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1314621028

$2,167,500

+580.8% / yr

09/23/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327035687

$1

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

Public Records for 52 Dorchester Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,291,500Additions$2,171,050Total$3,462,550
Tax Record2025$53,600 ($4,467 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt6,720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,720 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt790 SqFtStories2Lot Size196,020 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938Year Renovated2019ZoningR2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNDARI M:01 B:15

Schools near 52 Dorchester Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 52 Dorchester Road, Darien, CT 06820
$2,167,500
6
6,220
196,020
$5,295,000
5
6,242
130,680
$1,725,000
5
4,003
87,991
4
4
4,490
87,120
$1,144,300
4
4.5
5,082
159,430
$1,500,000
5
6
4,940
127,631

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Listing Courtesy of WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR, AMY BARSANTI; WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY DAR, CAROLYN BROOK

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