8 Prospect Avenue, Darien, CT 06820
OFF MARKET

8 Prospect Avenue
Darien, CT 06820

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,036 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

$2,572,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,585/mo*
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$2,572,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,585/mo*
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5 Beds
3 Baths
3,036 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

8 Prospect Avenue is Darien's most desirable in town location! Rarely available, this home with gorgeous custom moldings, hand crafted cabinetry and highest quality built-ins are just the beginning. This sunlit 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home is only minutes to the exciting new Darien town center and easy access to the train. Entering the foyer you turn left into the living room with fireplace which opens onto the private screened in porch, and side patio. A large formal dining room seats many guests and connects to the charming all glass breakfast room. The 1997 addition includes a cooks kitchen and new 2024 refrigerator. Step into the large family room with views of the level landscaped back garden and yard with two-car garage, waterfall an organic garden. Enter mud room from back patio into family room. Full bath, laundry with new W/D add convenience to comfortable living. The second floor is home to the primary bedroom and three other bedrooms and a bath. Off the top of stairs is a generous sleeping porch for two happy beings. The third floor has a large bedroom suite with bath and office. The unfinished basement is set up to show great possibilities with workshop, wine room and exercise room. Enjoy Darien's two public beaches and newly acquired 60 acre ocean front Great Island, all within an hour from NYC.
8 Prospect Avenue, Darien, CT 06820 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,036 sqft single-family home built in 1926. It last sold for $2,350,000 on Dec 20, 2024 (18% above the $2,000,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,572,600, with a rent estimate of $7,542/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8 Prospect Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Other, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3036 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,Mud RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Radiator,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French Doors

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Screened, Porch, Covered, PatioExterior: Rain Gutters, Stone Wall, Underground SprinklerFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Detached,Paved,Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Private,Asphalt
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3036 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: ClapboardNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: DR chandelier, outdoor ornaments - negotiableParcel Number: 104253

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,000,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Nov 21 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Darien
School Information
Elementary School: RoyleJr High / Middle School: MiddlesexHigh School: Darien

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3036 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport
Other
Playground

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24056552Attic: Heated, Finished, Floored, Walk-upAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 3036

Additional Information

Health ClubLibraryPaddle TennisParkPlaygroundPublic Rec FacilitiesNear Public Transport
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Becky Munro, (203) 858-6182
Brown Harris Stevens, (203) 655-1418
Bought with: Christine Williams, (203) 856-7559, William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, (203) 966-2633
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24056552

Price History for 8 Prospect Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
12/20/2024$2,350,000Sold
Smart MLS #24056552
11/21/2024$2,000,000PendingSmart MLS #24056552
11/01/2024$2,000,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24056552
09/30/1993$460,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Darien

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$14,896
Assessment$962,290
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8 Prospect Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
33 Fairview Avenue, Darien, CT
0.12
Single-Family Home
$3,300,000
06/12/26
4
2.5
3,102
93 Mansfield Avenue, Darien, CT
0.13
Single-Family Home
$3,250,000
12/12/25
5
5
5,220
10 Prospect Avenue, Darien, CT
0.02
Single-Family Home
$3,616,000
01/06/26
5
5
5,338
2 Knollwood Lane, Darien, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
08/19/25
4
3.5
3,678
71 West Avenue, Darien, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$2,350,000
09/30/25
5
4.5
3,780
109 West Avenue, Darien, CT
0.62
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
09/05/25
5
4.5
3,591
11 Cedar Gate Road, Darien, CT
0.67
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
08/21/25
4
3
3,023
4 Rabbit Lane, Darien, CT
0.51
Single-Family Home
$2,675,000
08/11/25
5
3.5
3,690

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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

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  • 80 % Say kids play outside

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  • 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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