Premier Darien Waterfront Residence on Contentment Island Road, in the Private Tokeneke Association! Nestled on 2 beautiful Acres, this 5 Bedroom home (with additional large 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Cottage), offers panoramic water views, private dock, two deeded moorings, and 700' of direct water frontage and access to Long Island Sound. Renovated by Hiland Hall Turner Architects and designed by Louise Brooks & Falotico Associates, this home retains it's historic charm with wonderful modern amenities. Features include; 7 fireplaces, heart of antique pine flooring and 9+ ceilings throughout. Main level boasts spacious open living areas with direct views of the water; gourmet Chef's Kitchen and family room, custom Library, lovely Living Room, Dining Room with beautiful coffered ceiling, and stunning Sunroom with panoramic water views. Second floor offers; 4 Large Bedrooms and three full Baths with direct water views, including Primary suite with lovely Sitting Room/Office/Nursery. Third floor includes; large Media room, additional Bedroom, two Bonus rooms (gym and office), and a full Bath. Minutes to downtown Darien, Rowayton, shops, restaurants, train, and Award Winning Schools! A rare opportunity for coastal living just 40 miles from NYC. Also, enjoy outstanding evening sunsets!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1912
Living Area: 6,586 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Office Phone: (203) 655-8234
Listing Agent: Patricia Schram
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Cooler
Basement: Yes
Interior: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 5
Total Bedroom Count: 5
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Waterfront: Waterfront, Dock
View: Trees/Woods, Water
Exterior: Terrace, Garden Area, Guest House, Stone Wall, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Detached Garage, Paved, Driveway
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Wooded, Level, Landscaped, Views, Open Lot
Lot Size: 2.00 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling: Central Air
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Old Farm Road to Searles Road to Contentment Island Road. Please park on upper drive.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $6,995,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,062/SqFt
HOA Fees:
Amount: $2500
Frequency: Annually
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $57,027
Tax Year: 2021
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Nearby Schools
6
/10
Rowayton Elementary School
1 Roton Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.25 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
9
/10
Tokeneke Elementary School
7 Old Farm Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.26 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
9
/10
Hindley Elementary School
10 Nearwater Ln
Distance between this listing and this school1.63 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Roton Middle School
201 Highland Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.88 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
10
/10
Middlesex Middle School
204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.41 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Rogers International School
202 Blachley Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.94 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Center for Global Studies
300 Highland Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.43 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
3
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McMahon High School
300 Highland Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.43 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
10
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Darien High School
80 High School Ln
Distance between this listing and this school2.71 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $260,913. Typical income of Darien, CT residents is $200k+ annually. Most families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 31 Contentment Island Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 31 Contentment Island Rd property is $6,995,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 31 Contentment Island Rd is a house located in Darien, Connecticut, 06820.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 31 Contentment Island Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $57,027 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on September 29, 1998 for $2,000,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 31 Contentment Island Rd has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 31 Contentment Island Rd is 6,586 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 31 Contentment Island Rd is 1912.
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This home is located at 31 Contentment Island Rd in Darien, CT and zip code 06820. This 6,586 square foot home, which was built in 1912, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $6,995,000.
Over 12 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Darien, CT. In the same period over 6 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Darien, CT real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 13.6%.
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