Home / Recently Sold / Darien
Closed · For Sale
$4,350,000
Asked $4,475,000 · Sold 2025-12-15

261 Hollow Tree Ridge Road, Darien, Connecticut 06820

5 beds 6 baths 6,135 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1941
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About this home

This charming 5-bedroom Cape Cod home, originally built in 1941 and extensively renovated, expanded and rebuilt in 2015, is the perfect blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. Nestled in a highly sought-after neighborhood, the property offers spacious living with timeless details throughout. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by beautiful hardwood floors, crown molding, and fireplaces that enhance the inviting atmosphere of the living spaces. The large, sun-filled kitchen features custom cabinetry, Sub Zero and DCS appliances, and a marble center island and counter tops - ideal for gatherings and entertaining. The open concept allows for easy flow into the formal dining room and living room overlooking the lush outdoor spaces. Upstairs, the five generously sized bedrooms offer peaceful retreats, including a primary suite with an en-suite bath and plenty of closet space. Outside, the backyard is a true oasis, complete with an in-ground heated pool and stone fire pit, perfect for year-round relaxation or play. Lush landscaping and a private, fenced yard provide a serene setting to unwind and enjoy the outdoors in complete privacy. Ideally located near schools, shopping, dining, and recreational amenities, this home combines charm, convenience, and comfort, offering the best of both worlds. Don't miss the chance to own this beautifully appointed Cape Cod gem!

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$4,350,000
Beds
5
Baths
6
Interior
6,135 sq ft
Lot
0.94 ac
Year Built
1941
MLS #
24126735
ZIP
06820
Days on Market
30
Heat
Propane · Hydro Air, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer Connected
Parking
Attached Garage (2-car)
Laundry
Main Level, Upper Level

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

Schools

Elementary
Holmes
Middle / Jr High
Middlesex
High School
Darien

Taxes

Property tax
$32,008 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$2,067,730

Interior

Appliances
Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller
Basement
Partial, Heated, Sump Pump, Fully Finished
Attic
Unfinished, Pull-Down Stairs
Fireplaces
3
Total rooms
11

Building & Exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Roof
Wood Shingle
Siding
Shingle
Exterior features
Porch-Screened, Terrace, Lighting, French Doors, Balcony, Underground Utilities, Porch, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
Foundation
Concrete
Pool
Heated, Concrete, In Ground Pool
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
R-1
Lot
Fence - Wood, Fence - Stone, Fence - Full, Corner Lot, Level Lot
Waterfront
Beach Rights

Energy

Energy features
Generator, Programmable Thermostat

What's nearby

Grocery
Palmer's Market0.59 mi away · 12 min walk
Also nearby
Whole Foods Market1.17 mi away
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy1.42 mi away
Train
Noroton Heights Station0.65 mi awayMetro-North Railroad
Bus stop
Heights Rd @ 310 Heights Rd0.63 mi away
Elementary
Holmes
Middle
Middlesex
High school
Darien
~1.2 miPalmer's Market — 0.59 miWhole Foods Market — 1.17 miCVS Pharmacy — 1.42 miNoroton Heights — 0.65 miHeights Rd @ 310 Heights Rd — 0.63 mi
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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.

2025-12-15Sold — $4,350,000 asked $4,475,000 (this listing)MLS 24126735

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 built1941
Living area5,155 sq ft
Total rooms10
Lot size0.9 acres
Stories2
HeatCOLONIAL
ExteriorFRAME
Assessed value$2,067,730
Town appraisal$2,953,900
Last recorded sale2005 — $2,650,000
Listing courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens — Catherine Russell · (203) 655-1418

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