Home / Recently Sold / Darien
Closed · For Sale
$3,795,000
12 Sunset Road, Darien, Connecticut 06820
4 beds 5 baths 4,306 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1937
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About this home

This gracious Colonial blends timeless 1930s charm with thoughtful modern updates, ideally located on one of Darien's most sought-after in-town streets, known for its traditions and strong sense of community. Set on a level, one-acre property in a coveted half-acre zone, the home offers rare expansion potential and exceptional lifestyle appeal.Extensively renovated and expanded, the home features a reimagined layout designed for today's living. The updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and high-end appliances opens seamlessly to the family room with fireplace. A butler's pantry, walk-in pantry, mudroom, and dedicated home office add both functionality and convenience. A versatile room above the garage offers flexible living space, ideal as a fifth bedroom, guest retreat, or potential in-law suite. Recent improvements include renovated bathrooms and a luxurious primary suite with spa-like bath featuring heated floors, soaking tub, marble walk-in shower, and custom built-ins. Mechanical upgrades include multiple air handlers, updated HVAC systems, full-house generator, new boiler and hot water heater, and replaced roof & windows. Classic details such as original hardwood floors and elegant millwork preserve the home's character throughout. The private, level property is framed by mature plantings and features a thoughtfully designed patio-ideal for entertaining, recreation, or future expansion. A rare combination of location, land, community & charm

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$3,795,000
Beds
4
Baths
5
Interior
4,306 sq ft
Lot
1 ac
Year Built
1937
MLS #
24160428
ZIP
06820
Days on Market
8
Heat
Oil · Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer Connected
Parking
Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway (2-car)
Laundry
Main Level
Flood Zone
No

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

Schools

Elementary
Royle
Middle / Jr High
Middlesex
High School
Darien

Taxes

Property tax
$31,614 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$2,042,250

Interior

Appliances
Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
Basement
Crawl Space, Partial, Partially Finished
Attic
Unfinished, Storage Space, Floored, Walk-up
Fireplaces
2
Total rooms
10

Building & Exterior

Style
Colonial
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Siding
Clapboard
Exterior features
Terrace, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
Foundation
Block
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
R12
Lot
Dry, Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac
Waterfront
Water Community

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.

2026-06-15Sold — $3,912,000 asked $3,795,000 (this listing)MLS 24160428

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 built1937
Living area4,006 sq ft
Total rooms10
Lot size1 acres
Stories2
HeatCOLONIAL
ExteriorFRAME
Assessed value$2,042,250
Town appraisal$2,917,500
Last recorded sale2019
Listing courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l — Amy Barsanti · (203) 655-8234

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