8 Beach Drive
Darien, CT 06820
Norton- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4,254 sqft (on 0.40 acres)
6 Beds
5 Baths
4,254 sqft
(on 0.40 acres)
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
0.4 acres
Living Area
4,254 sqft
Price/Sqft
$912
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$33/Monthly
About this House
8 Beach Drive is an exquisitely updated home located in the highly coveted waterfront community of Noroton Manor Association (which includes beach access and private tennis courts) and boasts over 4,200 square feet of luxurious living space. This 5-6 bedroom, 4 full-bath home has been meticulously designed & crafted to offer the ultimate in comfort, style, and functionality. The gourmet eat-in kitchen features custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances, spacious center island, walk-in pantry and breakfast nook with vaulted ceiling, sky lights and bay window. In addition to the great flow of the living, dining and family rooms which are great for entertaining, the main level has a private, bright home office, 2 half baths and a mudroom. The upstairs primary bedroom suite includes a spa-like bathroom with radiant floors, double sinks, two sky lights and oversized shower. Five additional bedrooms and a large bonus room with built-in desks and shelves round out the 2nd level. A backyard deck and bluestone patio provide endless outdoor summer fun options. This is not to be missed classic home is conveniently located to all Darien amenities including the elementary school, YMCA, beaches, town and train. **Final and best offers to be submitted by noon, Tues, 4/18, with a decision no later than the next day. See agent remarks for attorney info, preferred close date etc.
8 Beach Drive, Darien, CT 06820 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,254 sqft single-family home in Norton, built in 1926. It last sold for $2,650,000 on Jun 15, 2023 (6% above the $2,495,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $3,879,200, with a rent estimate of $7,836/month.
Home Details for 8 Beach Drive
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Interior Details Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Rec Play Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4254 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,Mud RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Hot Water,Radiant,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioExterior: Underground SprinklerFoundation: MasonryNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Private |
Frontage Waterfront: Water Community, Association Required, Beach Access, Walk to WaterNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 4254 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1926 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: 108202 |
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Price List Price: $2,495,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Apr 21 2023Possession Timing: Negotiable |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: DarienCommunity: Noroton |
School Information Elementary School: HindleyJr High / Middle School: MiddlesexHigh School: Darien |
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Building Area Building Area: 4254 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Library, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s) |
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Has an HOAHOA Fee: $400/Annually |
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Lot Area: 0.40 acres |
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BasementMls Number: 170562116Attic: Pull Down StairsAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 4254 |
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HOA Amenities: Tennis Court(s),Lake/Beach Access |
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Maggie Marchesi, (203) 249-1433
Compass Connecticut, LLC, (203) 423-3100
Bought with: Katie C. DeSalvo, (203) 249-8812, Compass Connecticut, LLC, (203) 423-3100
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#170562116

Price History for 8 Beach Drive
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/15/2023 | $2,650,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #170562116 |
| 04/22/2023 | $2,495,000 | Contingent | Smart MLS #170562116 |
| 04/14/2023 | $2,495,000 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #170562116 |
| 10/21/2022 | ListingRemoved | Smart MLS #170500866 | |
| 09/14/2022 | $2,595,000 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #170500866 |
| 08/01/2022 | ListingRemoved | Smart MLS #170500866 | |
| 06/23/2022 | $2,775,000 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #170500866 |
| 06/20/2018 | $2,375,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/22/2018 | $2,375,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 06/13/2000 | $1,990,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 07/01/1992 | $737,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Darien
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$2.73M
Sale-to-List Price
105.6%
Price per sq ft
$787
Available listings
54
11MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $28,787 |
| Assessment | $1,859,620 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 8 Beach Drive
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | $3,700,000 | 08/04/25 | 5 | 4.5 | 3,977 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $3,825,000 | 04/20/26 | 6 | 5.5 | 5,378 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $4,300,000 | 06/12/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 4,748 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $3,373,000 | 09/30/25 | 5 | 4.5 | 5,025 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $3,350,000 | 11/12/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,851 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $2,895,000 | 04/24/26 | 4 | 3 | 3,946 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $3,500,000 | 06/08/26 | 5 | 5 | 4,966 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $2,400,000 | 07/07/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,796 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $3,600,000 | 05/15/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 4,170 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $2,760,000 | 07/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,568 |
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