Off Market Sep 2020 for $1.9M

$3,132,954

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,603/mo

•

2,536

sq ft

85 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 06820

About this home

Turnkey home with 122’ of direct water frontage, and a pool, for under $2 million! Expanded and completely renovated in 2015, this immaculate colonial has water views from almost every window. Whether you are looking for a weekend & summer escape, downsizing but want enough room for family and friends, or just dreaming of the perfect place to call home, this is it. Fabulous master suite has full bath and two walk-in closets, and sliders to the private balcony where you can enjoy your first cup of the day! 22-foot kitchen with oversized island opens to the deck with heaters and wind drapes. And there’s even an office with built-in desks for those who need to work from home. Walk-out lower level adds an additional 624 sq.ft. of finished and storage/utility space, and acts as a cabana for the pool with its full bath and kitchenette. Detached garage has storage underneath for your water toys. Launch your kayaks from this idyllic setting, close to Pear Tree Point Beach and town, and enjoy the carefree life!

Single-familyProperty Type

1911Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$1,235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Carolyn Brook • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Bought with John Bainton • Compass Connecticut, LLC

Source:Smart MLS #170301991

Redfin Estimate

$3,132,954

$1.2M since sold in September 2020$52K since August

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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 24.7% higher than the average sale price ($2.51M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$2,760,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,568 sq ft
8 Woodland Dr, Darien, CT 06820
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$2,950,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,354 sq ft
3 Rocaton Rd, Darien, CT 06820
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,852,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths2,752 sq ft
229 West Ave, Darien, CT 06820
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$2,400,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,796 sq ft
8 Seagate Rd, Darien, CT 06820
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$2,118,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,332 sq ft
29 Coachlamp Ln, Darien, CT 06820
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$3,000,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,930 sq ft
26 Beach Dr, Darien, CT 06820

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$5,069/mo

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Market trends in 06820, CT

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

109.0%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$3.0M

$23K MoM

Avg. days on market

13d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

112

9 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 12PM
$3,600,000
5 beds4.5 baths4,423 sq ft
18 Bates Farm Ln, Darien, CT 06820
NEW 21 HRS AGO
$2,200,000
5 beds4 baths3,033 sq ft
13 Silver Lakes Dr, Darien, CT 06820
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$2,395,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,095 sq ft
11 Highland Ave, Darien, CT 06820
$16,495,000
10 beds10.5 baths11,944 sq ft
155 Long Neck Point Rd, Darien, CT 06820
OPEN SEP 28, 2PM TO 4PM
$7,500,000
5 beds7 baths10,213 sq ft
460 Middlesex Rd, Darien, CT 06820
$2,895,000
4 beds2.5 baths4,080 sq ft
30 Birch Rd, Darien, CT 06820
$3,825,000
5 beds3.5 baths4,400 sq ft
21 Harbor Rd, Darien, CT 06820
OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 4PM
$1,895,000
4 beds3 baths2,303 sq ft
13 Chestnut St, Darien, CT 06820
VIDEO TOUR
$3,595,000
3 beds4.5 baths4,733 sq ft
31 Hancock Ln, Darien, CT 06820
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Sale history for 85 Goodwives River Rd

Date

Event

Price

Smart MLS #170301991

Sep 2, 2020

Sold

$1,900,000

$749/sq ft

Jun 17, 2020

Pending

—

Jun 10, 2020

Contingent

—

Jun 5, 2020

Listed

$1,825,000

$720/sq ft

Smart MLS #99032904

Jun 16, 2014

Sold

$1,200,000

$473/sq ft

Jun 25, 2013

Listed

$1,495,000

$590/sq ft

Public Records

May 11, 2007

Sold

$1,675,000

$660/sq ft

Public Records

May 12, 1992

Sold

$465,000

$183/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,713 (+2.6%)

$612,150 + $280,140

$892,290

2022

$15,313 (+12.3%)

$612,150 + $276,570

$888,720

2021

$13,636 (+3.1%)

$612,150 + $197,610

$809,760

2020

$13,223 (−0.9%)

$612,150 + $197,610

$809,760

2019

$13,337 (−17.6%)

$612,150 + $197,610

$809,760

2018

$16,194 (+3.4%)

$810,530 + $196,560

$1,007,090

2017

$15,659 (+2.5%)

$778,400 + $190,610

$969,010

2016

$15,281 (−4.9%)

$778,400 + $190,610

$969,010

2014

$16,069

$842,730 + $227,850

$1,070,580

Tax history for 85 Goodwives River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,713 (+2.6%)

$612,150 + $280,140

$892,290

2022

$15,313 (+12.3%)

$612,150 + $276,570

$888,720

2021

$13,636 (+3.1%)

$612,150 + $197,610

$809,760

2020

$13,223 (−0.9%)

$612,150 + $197,610

$809,760

2019

$13,337 (−17.6%)

$612,150 + $197,610

$809,760

2018

$16,194 (+3.4%)

$810,530 + $196,560

$1,007,090

2017

$15,659 (+2.5%)

$778,400 + $190,610

$969,010

2016

$15,281 (−4.9%)

$778,400 + $190,610

$969,010

2014

$16,069

$842,730 + $227,850

$1,070,580

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.33 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

1,911

Year built

1911

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fairfield County

APN

107963

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 1

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
Interior Features: Audio System, Cable - Available
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (Half): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
Room Count: 7
Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access, Storage
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar
Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Deck, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler

Lot Information
Lot Description: Water View, Professionally Landscaped

Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Safety Fence, Gunite

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Tan

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Beach Rights, View
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1711
Driveway Type: Private

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $809,760

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewer Usage Fee Annual: $230
Sewer Assess Description: $1,176.50/year - 12 years remaining
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Hot Air, Radiant
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Estimated Annual Heat Cost: $3,600
Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Location

School Information
Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
High School: Darien
Elementary School: Tokeneke

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
Flood Zone
Directions: Rings End Road or Old Kings Highway South to Goodwives River Road
Direct Waterfront
County: Fairfield

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,911
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1911
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Fairfield County
APN: 107963

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 5

Around this home

Schools

Tokeneke Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

Middlesex Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

Darien High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

7/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 68-76% chance 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

75% 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 June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.98M – $3.60M

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Home values near 85 Goodwives River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
95 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2766 Sq. Ft.	$2,218,113
76 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2902 Sq. Ft.	$1,957,707

Address	Redfin Estimate
87 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5128 Sq. Ft.	$4,245,473
71 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	$3,761,854

Address	Redfin Estimate
80 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 6894 Sq. Ft.	$4,914,307
81 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2862 Sq. Ft.	$2,800,258

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