Rare Home with legal Rental Cottage In the heart of Darien. The c.1805 “Gregory House” is for sale after 38 years. Renovated in 1990 & 2020-23, this home has 5 BR w/3 newly updated full baths and 2,862 sq. ft. living space on .56 acre. Also has finished 3rd floor (5th bedroom). Cottage adds an additional 1,024 sq.ft. 2-BR with bath for in-law suite/home office/nanny home or legal rental. Currently a $5,000/mo. summer rental (est. $3500/mo. unfurnished annual). Gorgeous landscaping, mature trees, stone walls and authentic antique features. This stately home has gleaming HW floors, new roof & driveway, newly updated kitchen and baths, and much more! 2 blocks to the middle school, 2 blocks to Darien High School, 3/4 mile to Noroton Heights shopping village & Metro North train. 2.4 miles to Weed Beach. Make this your dream home come true!
Sold
$2,075,000
285 Noroton Ave, Darien, CT 06820
5beds
3,862sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1805
0.56 Acres lot
$2,340,200 Zestimate®
$537/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 16, 2023 at 01:27pm
Listed by:
Pam Roberts,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Holly Hurd, RES.0761388
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170587529
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Stall Shower, Marble Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Upper
- Area: 188.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14.5
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 145 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14.5
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 437 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 23
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 145 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14.5
Family room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Dining Area, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 18.5
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 22
Office
- Features: Remodeled, Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 8
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data, In-Law Floorplan, Smart Thermostat
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space,Concrete,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Walk-up,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,862
- Total interior livable area: 3,862 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,862
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Off Street, Private, Paved, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Partial,Stone
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
- Features: Dry, Level, Few Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 104867
- Zoning: R-1/3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1805
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Health Club, Library, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Darien
- Subdivision: Noroton Heights