Charm and character are the hallmarks of this historic house at 260 Old Kings Highway South in Darien. An original "saltbox" built in 1842, tastefully added to and updated by caring owners; this well loved home is located within minutes of the Darien train station, library ,YMCA, and the downtown shopping district. There are four bedrooms, two full baths, space for a home office, a large kitchen with island, three working fireplaces, magnificent wide board pine floors, and many charming antique details everywhere. The huge, light filled family room has two story ceilings, an enormous fireplace with wood stove, rustic wood details and built-ins. There is room to play and explore in the fenced yard and grill on the deck. Plenty of opportunity to make your own history in this home inside and out. Original address on tax records is 1740 Post Rd. Enter from 260 Old Kings Highway South which is official mail ,fire department and driveway entrance.
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Zestimate®
$1,288,900
260 Old Kings Highway South, Darien, CT 06820
4beds
2,732sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1842
0.39 Acres Lot
$1,288,900 Zestimate®
$472/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 24, 2021 at 01:45pm
Listed by:
Karen Brewer 203-554-0951,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-655-8234
Bought with:
Sharon Rodda, RES.0752252
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170374759
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wood Stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 24
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 21
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Other
- Features: Bookcases, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiator, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,732
- Total interior livable area: 2,732 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,732
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Dry, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 106866
- Zoning: R13
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1842
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Library, Medical Facilities, Public Rec Facilities
Location
- Region: Darien
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