Luxurious Hollywood charm in a dramatic, unparalleled setting. This iconic Mediterranean-style estate sits atop a flowing waterfall, serene pond, and private swimming pool. Peace and privacy will be yours as you overlook the Five Mile River and Millard Pond with abundant wildlife and panoramas of nature, yet convenient to Darien and New Canaan towns, shopping + trains. Sitting on 1.7 acres, this recently updated home features terra cotta roof tiles, stucco design, and an airy interior. Step through the completely reimagined entry experience featuring travertine stone, in ground lighting and extensive landscaping. The foyer is connected to a mudroom/laundry room plus a full bathroom and guest room. The remodeled eat-in kitchen, with stainless steel appliances, custom white cabinetry and sliders to the over-sized gunite pool. The Great Room's vaulted beamed ceiling is surrounded by a 2nd floor balcony and huge fireplace. The dining room features heated slate floors, a second stone fireplace + sliders to the deck overlooking the majestic waterfall. The Master suite features two walk-in closets, spa bath w/ marble floors, claw-foot tub, rain shower + stunning water views. A large sun room doubles as a home gym with spectacular views of the pond. A home office, guest room and updated marble bath rounds out the main floor. The second floor features two bedrooms, full bath, plus a cedar closet. Guest cottage— ideal office or artist studio with full bath, sauna, and two-car garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1.71 acresLot Size
$568Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Andrew Kilbourn• Higgins Group Bedford Square
Listed by Alexander Simunek• Higgins Group Bedford Square
Bought with Rebecca Karson• Houlihan Lawrence
Source:Smart MLS #170324175
Redfin Estimate
$1,984,624
$790K since sold in October 2020$209K since August
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This home's estimate is 30.2% lower than the average sale price ($2.84M) of 6 comparable homes.
Gracious one-of-kind Mediterranean estate, magically perched high, overlooking the banks of the Five Mile River with a cascading waterfall creating breathtaking views to enjoy.Secluded property with circular drive entry showcasing beautiful specimen trees, a salt-water in ground pool, greenhouse,separate guest house, & peaceful woodland. Ext. architectural detail throughout this tastefully remodeled home…gleaming hardwood floors, two fireplaces, oversized windows to capture the waterfront views, many built-ins, huge Gathering Room with vaulted beamed ceiling, huge stone fireplace, and exposed second story balcony surrounding the room, new chef’s kitchen/white cabs/granite tops/stainless appliances,1st floor mbr/lavish new spa bath, WOW!
SEPARATE TWO STORY FARMHOUSE STYLE GUEST COTTAGE WITH TWO CAR GARAGE UNDER. NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED. FOUR GARAGE GARAGE INCLUDES 2 AT MAIN HOUSE AND TWO AT COTTAGE. TRULY A RARE FIND FOR PRIVACY, LOCATION, AND WATERFRONT SPLENDOR.
Smart MLS #99136099
Jul 16, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2016
Listed
$895,000
$256/sq ft
Smart MLS #99119188
Feb 29, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 9, 2015
Listed
$1,075,000
$308/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 24, 2013
Sold
$775,000
$222/sq ft
Smart MLS #98532326
Nov 8, 2012
Listing Removed
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Mar 21, 2012
Listed
$895,000
$256/sq ft
Smart MLS #98500947
Nov 15, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 13, 2011
Listed
$895,000
$256/sq ft
Smart MLS #98457055
May 20, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 2010
Listed
$999,000
$286/sq ft
Smart MLS #98405025
Oct 4, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jan 6, 2009
Listed
$1,200,000
$344/sq ft
Smart MLS #98369530
Sep 28, 2008
Listing Removed
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Mar 10, 2008
Listed
$1,299,000
$372/sq ft
Smart MLS #98246424
Jul 25, 2005
Listed
$1,600,000
$458/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,112 (+1.6%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2022
$14,875 (+4.0%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2021
$14,297
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2020
$14,289 (+3.5%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2019
$13,800 (−10.2%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2018
$15,364 (+3.6%)
$239,650 + $352,880
$592,530
2017
$14,827 (+9.9%)
$239,650 + $352,860
$592,510
2016
$13,493 (+1.9%)
$239,650 + $304,430
$544,080
2014
$13,236
$239,650 + $304,430
$544,080
Tax history for 246 W Norwalk Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,112 (+1.6%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2022
$14,875 (+4.0%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2021
$14,297
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2020
$14,289 (+3.5%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2019
$13,800 (−10.2%)
$206,045 + $399,252
$605,297
2018
$15,364 (+3.6%)
$239,650 + $352,880
$592,530
2017
$14,827 (+9.9%)
$239,650 + $352,860
$592,510
2016
$13,493 (+1.9%)
$239,650 + $304,430
$544,080
2014
$13,236
$239,650 + $304,430
$544,080
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.