Home / Recently Sold / Darien
Closed · For Sale
$5,300,000
Asked $5,795,000 · Sold 2024-09-12

1 Coves End Road, Darien, Connecticut 06820

6 beds 6 baths 4,807 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1905

About this home

One Coves End, a bespoke residence, often referred to as "My favorite house" in Darien, boasts light, bright interiors that create an effortless yet sophisticated vibe. This Hamptons style laid-back East Coast home is a true focal point in the Tokeneke Association. Proudly set on over an acre of serene property on a quiet cul-de-sac, this stunning home offers tranquility. From your steps, you can paddle board out to Scott's Cove, to the lighthouse, or Ziegler's Cove. Inside, the home exudes charm and sophistication with whites and creams that bring a beachy aesthetic. It is a design classic, featuring enduring architectural details. The oversized kitchen serves as the heart of the home, ideal for entertaining. The gorgeous wrap-around porch, overlooking the water, provides a serene space where the sea breeze makes you feel like you are on vacation. Host cocktail hours with friends and family, enjoying the sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere of this timeless architectural masterpiece. Owning the original Valspar family home is a rare opportunity, combining historical charm with modern luxury. Just a 50-minute drive from Manhattan, One Coves End offers an unparalleled lifestyle, blending elegance, comfort, and convenience. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional home and experience the best of East Coast living.

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$5,300,000
Beds
6
Baths
6
Interior
4,807 sq ft
Lot
1.16 ac
Year Built
1905
MLS #
24025943
ZIP
06820
Days on Market
39
Heat
Oil · Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Septic
Parking
Detached Garage (3-car)
Laundry
Lower Level, Upper Level — Two sets of washers and dryers

Flood risk: check the FEMA flood map for this address.

HOA & Fees

HOA fee
$2,172 / Annually
Fee includes
Security Service, Snow Removal

Schools

Elementary
Tokeneke
Middle / Jr High
Middlesex
High School
Darien

Taxes

Property tax
$49,105 (July 2024-June 2025)
Assessed value
$3,342,780

Interior

Appliances
Gas Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Full With Walk-Out
Attic
Unfinished, Walk-up
Fireplaces
4
Total rooms
9

Building & Exterior

Style
Colonial
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Siding
Shingle
Foundation
Block
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
R-1
Lot
Corner Lot
Waterfront
L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach Rights, Water Community, View
Direct waterfront
Yes

What's nearby

Grocery
Stop & Shop1.15 mi away
Also nearby
Whole Foods Market1.36 mi away
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy1.23 mi away
Train
Rowayton Station1.03 mi awayMetro-North Railroad
Bus stop
West Ave @ Leroy Ave1.44 mi away
Elementary
Tokeneke
Middle
Middlesex
High school
Darien
~1.0 miStop & Shop — 1.15 miWhole Foods Market — 1.36 miCVS Pharmacy — 1.23 miRowayton — 1.03 miWest Ave @ Leroy Ave — 1.44 mi
This homeGroceryPharmacyTrainBus

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Listing & sale history

Every time this exact home has come to market in the MLS data this site tracks. Where a sale closed, the recorded sale price is shown; "asking" marks a price the home was listed at rather than what it sold for.

2024-09-12Sold — $5,300,000 asked $5,795,000 (this listing)MLS 24025943

Public record

From the Darien assessor's public property record. These figures describe the property as the town has it on file and can differ from the listing — a finished basement or an addition may not be reflected in the assessor's living area.

Year built1905
Living area4,807 sq ft
Total rooms9
Lot size1.16 acres
Stories2
HeatCOLONIAL
ExteriorFRAME
Assessed value$3,342,780
Town appraisal$4,775,400
Last recorded sale2012 — $3,542,500

Recorded sales

Deed transfers on file with the Darien land records, newest first. These are recordings rather than MLS sales, so they include transfers that were never listed. Nominal and $0 transfers (estate, trust and family conveyances) are excluded.

Listing courtesy of Compass Connecticut, LLC — Elizabeth Beinfield · (203) 423-3100

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