8 Forest Rd

Darien, CT 06820

$1,650,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,707 Sq. Ft.
$610 / Sq. Ft.
2,707
Sq. Ft.
$610
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 11/21/25
Closed 11/21/25
a front view of a house with a yard

Description

Incredible value in one of Darien's most-loved neighborhoods! 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms with 2,707 square feet of space. Walk to Holmes School, Middlesex Middle School, Darien High School and Noroton Heights train and shopping. Improvements include: fully fenced backyard, new gas range, new dishwasher, refinished hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets, new driveway with Belgium blocks and curb, epoxy garage flooring, entire interior and exterior painted, new kitchen backsplash, new floor in family...Incredible value in one of Darien's most-loved neighborhoods! 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms with 2,707 square feet of space. Walk to Holmes School, Middlesex Middle School, Darien High School and Noroton Heights train and shopping. Improvements include: fully fenced backyard, new gas range, new dishwasher, refinished hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets, new driveway with Belgium blocks and curb, epoxy garage flooring, entire interior and exterior painted, new kitchen backsplash, new floor in family room and 2020 Trane gas furnace. House was gutted in 2001 with new Marvin windows and sliders, new electrical, plumbing and mechanicals plus the addition of 735 square feet. Cozy-up for fall with two wood burning fireplaces and watch the sun set from the picture-perfect window seat. Sliders from both dining room and breakfast nook open to private patio. Woodland Park is next door with 60 acres of trails and natural habitat. Move-in ready and just in time for the holidays! Exterior and kitchen "virtually" painted white.

Property Details for 8 Forest Road

Basement Description
Full
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Raised Ranch
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/21/2025 10:30 PM

Property Details for 8 Forest Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24126437
Days on Market38
Taxes$15,480 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Sara Hesli

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence, Jacqueline Rabinowitz

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Building Information for 8 Forest Road

Stories-Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,443 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,153

Property Taxes

$1,290

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Forest Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Middlesex to Chester to Devon to Forest.
  • Elementary School: Holmes
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Darien
  • Latitude: 41.075729
  • Longitude: -73.507487
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $15,480
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Water Community
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Patio/Terrace,Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Patio/Terrace,Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 3EB0455519521C64E0631A01100A35C6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Whirlpool Tub,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 3EB0455519521C64E0631A01100A35C6
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Blue
  • Construction Description: Concrete
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2707
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac
  • Parcel Number: 105331
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2707.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2707.0
  • Zoning: R13
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Upright Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Public Records for 8 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$691,950Additions$308,070Total$1,000,020
Tax Record2024$15,480 ($1,290 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,707 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,707 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,066 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961Year Renovated2001ZoningR13CountyFAIRFIELDAPNDARI M:24 B:99Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8 Forest Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Holmes Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Middlesex Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Darien High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Holmes 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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Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence, Sara Hesli

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