Situated on 1.34 acres between the Rings End Bridge and Pear Tree Point Beach, is a stunning, Colonial offering over 5000 sq ft of living space. Recently renovated by its current owners, no detail was overlooked with high-end finishes throughout. A two-story foyer with sweeping staircase welcomes you into this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom home. The spacious family room is the heart of the home, boasting floor to ceiling windows and tall ceilings. Steps away a chef-kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances and gorgeous marble countertops. French doors off the family room lead outside to a free form pool with waterfall, large patio, lawn and mature plantings. Beautiful views of Goodwives River can be enjoyed from the formal dining room with wet bar. A formal living room, office and master suite round out the main level while upstairs are the four additional bedrooms. Perched high on one of Darien’s most desirable streets, this home is a true oasis!
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
1.34 acresLot Size
$1,186Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Janine Tienken• Houlihan Lawrence
Listed by Shannon Doherty• Houlihan Lawrence
Bought with Meg Douglas• Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source:Smart MLS #170435959
Redfin Estimate
$6,011,070
$2.4M since sold in January 2022$628K since July
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This home's estimate is 40.3% higher than the average sale price ($4.29M) of 6 comparable homes.
A true Oasis! Situated high above the Goodwives River, between the iconic Rings End Bridge and Pear Tree Point beach, is a stunning Georgian Colonial with over 5000 square feet of living space set on 1.34 acres. This 5 bedroom, 5 bath house opens to a two-story foyer with sweeping staircase. This leads into a great room with French doors to the patio and pool and also to a formal dining room on one side and a living room with fireplace on the other. The spacious family room is the center of the home connected to the outside through floor to ceiling windows and French doors, leading out to a free form pool with waterfall, large patio, lawn and mature plantings, designed by the Botanical Gardens of St. Louis. There is a fabulous Chef’s kitchen with top of the line appliances and granite countertops - entertaining will be a breeze in this waterfront community home! The formal dining room looking towards the Goodwives River has an interconnecting wet bar to the kitchen. To the right of the foyer is a formal living room with fireplace.The Master suite, with attached office/sitting room, has a large walk-in closet, a large shower and separate soaking tub. Upstairs are 4 good sized bedrooms and two Jack and Jill bathrooms with an open area linking the two sides overlooking the great room. Conveniently located off the kitchen are a large mudroom and full bathroom where you can shower off after a dip in the pool. The attached two car garage is accessed through the mudroom.
There is a full unfinished basement ready to be finished as a gym or playroom/media room, wine cellar. This exceptionally well-cared for home has a list of recent improvements including new eco-friendly HVAC system, new roof, new pool fence to name but a few. Become part of this waterfront community fortunate enough to be within walking distance of Pear Tree Point beach where you can keep your kayak or boat, yet also close to town and train. This is a true Oasis near the Water.
Smart MLS #170081257
Aug 26, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jul 25, 2018
Price Changed
$2,695,000
$532/sq ft
May 8, 2018
Listed
$2,795,000
$552/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 2004
Sold
$2,800,000
$553/sq ft
Smart MLS #98197842
May 14, 2004
Listed
$2,995,000
$591/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1995
Sold
$1,350,000
$266/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$41,346 (+2.2%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2022
$40,454 (+2.3%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2021
$39,538 (+3.1%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2020
$38,341 (−0.8%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2019
$38,669 (+21.5%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2018
$31,818 (−0.5%)
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
2017
$31,977 (+2.5%)
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
2016
$31,205 (+5.1%)
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
2014
$29,701
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
Tax history for 40 Pear Tree Point Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$41,346 (+2.2%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2022
$40,454 (+2.3%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2021
$39,538 (+3.1%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2020
$38,341 (−0.8%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2019
$38,669 (+21.5%)
$1,349,950 + $997,920
$2,347,870
2018
$31,818 (−0.5%)
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
2017
$31,977 (+2.5%)
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
2016
$31,205 (+5.1%)
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
2014
$29,701
$1,002,820 + $975,940
$1,978,760
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,067
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
108491
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
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 12
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
Entertainment System, Lighting, Lock(s), Security System, Thermostat(s)
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
Appliances Included: Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Foyer
Room Count: 9
Basement Description: Full
Has Attic
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Brick
Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Patio, Underground Sprinkler
Lot Information
Lot Description: Water View, Fence - Full, Professionally Landscaped
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Spa
Building Information
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame, Block
Color: white
Property Information
Waterfront Description: Beach, Beach Rights, View, Walk to Water
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 5067
Driveway Type: Paved
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $2,347,870
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer In Street, Septic
Hot Water Description: Other
Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
High School: Darien
Elementary School: Tokeneke
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Park
Directions: Ring's End Road to Pear Tree Point Road
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,067
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 108491
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
Tokeneke Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
Middlesex Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Darien High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
77% 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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Darien, CT • 06820
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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$5.71M – $6.91M
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