Located on a very desirable+convenient Darien street, 12 Chester Road is a bright and treasured home, ready for its next owner. This 4 bedroom/2.5 bath home has been beautifully renovated, including a new kitchen and baths, exterior painting and resurfaced driveway--the main projects have been done! Architectural details: Beamed ceilings, built-in bookshelves and wood-burning fireplace add character to this wonderful home. Spacious en-suite primary bedroom has high ceilings+balcony. 3 add'l bedrooms, one bath and access to the walk-up attic complete the 2nd floor. For outdoor living, there is a large deck overlooking the private yard, terrace and gardens. Ideal location close to schools, shopping, dining and train.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$923Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Susan Quinn• Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Darleen Meier• Houlihan Lawrence
Source:Smart MLS #24042774
Redfin Estimate
$2,203,434
$503K since sold in November 2024$17K since July
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This home's estimate is 10.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.99M) of 6 comparable homes.
Located on a very desirable and convenient Darien street, 12 Chester Rd. is a bright and treasured home and ready for its next owner. This 4 bedroom/2.5 bath home has been beautifully renovated, including a new kitchen and baths, exterior painting and resurfaced driveway. The main projects have been done! Architectural details: Beamed ceilings in the living + dining rooms, built-in bookshelves + wood burning fireplace in the living room, and arched doorways add to the character of this wonderful home. The spacious, en-suite primary bedroom has high ceilings and a balcony. Three add'l bedrooms + access to the walk-up attic complete the 2nd floor. For outdoor living, there is a large deck overlooking the private yard and gardens. Perfect location close to schools, shopping, train.
Smart MLS #24042774
Nov 27, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Nov 26, 2024
Sold
$1,700,000
$712/sq ft
Oct 22, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 13, 2024
Listed
$1,775,000
$743/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 2007
Sold
$1,295,000
$542/sq ft
Smart MLS #98308074
Nov 1, 2006
Listed
$1,325,000
$555/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 2003
Sold
$940,000
$394/sq ft
Smart MLS #98167171
Jun 20, 2003
Listed
$929,000
$389/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 5, 1998
Sold
$550,000
$230/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,925 (+2.2%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2022
$12,646 (+2.3%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2021
$12,360 (+3.1%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2020
$11,985 (−0.9%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2019
$12,088 (+1.7%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2018
$11,885 (−0.5%)
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
2017
$11,944 (+2.5%)
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
2016
$11,656 (+5.1%)
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
2014
$11,094
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
Tax history for 12 Chester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,925 (+2.2%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2022
$12,646 (+2.3%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2021
$12,360 (+3.1%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2020
$11,985 (−0.9%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2019
$12,088 (+1.7%)
$499,380 + $234,570
$733,950
2018
$11,885 (−0.5%)
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
2017
$11,944 (+2.5%)
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
2016
$11,656 (+5.1%)
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
2014
$11,094
$502,320 + $236,810
$739,130
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
2,075
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
105286
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Storage Space, Walk-up
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle
Exterior Features: Terrace, Deck, Garden Area
Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Stucco
Color: Gray
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $1,028,930
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
High School: Darien
Elementary School: Holmes
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Park, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
Directions: Middlesex Road to Chester Road
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,075
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Fairfield County
APN: 105286
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Holmes Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Middlesex Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Darien High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Darien, CT • 06820
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$2.09M – $2.53M
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