78 Brookside Rd, Darien, CT 06820
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78 Brookside Rd
Darien, CT 06820

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,329 sqft (on 0.50 acres)

$2,705,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,483/mo*
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$2,705,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,483/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,329 sqft
(on 0.50 acres)

Local Information

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Description

WELL SITUATED ON A LEVEL HALF ACRE, THIS WONDERFUL 1900 COLONIAL HAS AN INVITING WRAP-AROUND PORCH, FORMAL SPACIOUS BRIGHT ROOMS WITH LARGE WINDOWS, A SPECTACULAR NEW KITCHEN WITH CUSTOM CABINETRY AND TOP-OF-THE-LINE APPLIANCES. FEATURES FOUR BEDROOMS, TWO RENOVATED BATHS AND A TWO-CAR DETACHED GARAGE. THIRD FLOOR BONUS ROOM EASILY COVERTS TO OFFICE AND PLAYROOM. BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED AND IMMACULATELY MAINTAINED, THIS HOME CAPTURES A NANTUCKET FEELING CLOSE TO TOWN, TRAIN AND CHERRY LAWN PARK.
78 Brookside Rd, Darien, CT 06820 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,329 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $1,400,000 on Mar 15, 2010. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,705,900, with a rent estimate of $6,064/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 78 Brookside Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OilAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
DeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.50 acres

Price History for 78 Brookside Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/15/2010$1,400,000Sold
Smart MLS #98445032
12/10/2009$1,495,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/06/2005$1,299,000Sold
Smart MLS #98224566

Market trends in Darien

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.73M
Sale-to-List Price
105.6%
Price per sq ft
$787
Available listings
54
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$20,606
Assessment$1,331,120
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 78 Brookside Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
31 Prospect Ave, Darien, CT
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,053,250
07/21/25
4
3.5
2,376
5 Wakeman Road, Darien, CT
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,620,000
01/15/26
3
2.5
2,064
33 Fairview Avenue, Darien, CT
0.29
Single-Family Home
$3,300,000
06/12/26
4
2.5
3,102
27 Point O Woods Road South, Darien, CT
0.42
Single-Family Home
$2,900,000
06/15/26
4
2.5
3,384
199 Old Kings Highway North, Darien, CT
0.70
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
07/21/25
4
3
2,409
2 Robin Hood Ln, Darien, CT
0.52
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/17/25
4
3
1,568
2 Knollwood Lane, Darien, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
08/19/25
4
3.5
3,678
74 Brookside Road, Darien, CT
0.02
Single-Family Home
$3,706,313
09/12/25
5
5
6,069
19 Littlebrook Road, Darien, CT
0.87
Single-Family Home
$1,485,000
01/15/26
4
2.5
2,156
29 Richmond Drive, Darien, CT
0.60
Single-Family Home
$2,060,000
05/12/26
4
3
3,512

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What Locals Say about Darien

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  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say there's wildlife

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say there are community events

  • 58 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

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    "great place to raise kids, we have lived here for about a decade. fantastic schools, great neighbors"
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  • Jessica_hatch7
    "NA commute to the city is an easy 65 minute train ride. We have two stations in Darien, both easily accessible. "
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    "Holidays and school events. Dining and activities such as sports, the arts and many many social events"
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    "My neighborhood plays kid lacrosse/ basketball or football games. And we have parties on almost every holiday. Which is very fun for all of the kids on the block "
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    "Dead end but on a hill and has a loop so kids can run around, play and explore. Lots of trees and woods surround the neighborhood."
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    "My commute is five minutes to the train station, five minute walk from parking lot to the tracks, then an hour on the train to grand central each work day. "
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    "They would love it, such a friendly area. Dogs are everywhere and appreciated. I have 2 dogs and I am so glad there are a ton of dogs around. "
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    "Darien is as family friendly as it gets. There is a lot of money here. Some are kind, but many are snobby. It's a bit of a bubble, which is why many families move here."
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    "The people are amazing and the schools are fantastic. We are only 60 minutes from the city and the trains run very frequently. "
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    "Great place to raise children- excellent schools- everything is 5-10 min away so good for busy schedules! 2 train stations for easy commuting, beaches, parks and more!"
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    "Beautiful area. Gorgeous homes. Lovely neighbors. Lived here many years and love it. Great privacy and incredibly convenient."
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    "Big circle where no cars or trucks visit unless they live here or have business in the neighborhood... great place for kids"
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  • dwenger
    "Spectacular location: Walk to beaches, shops, Train to NYC, convenient to I-95 and more "
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