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5 MILE RIVER RD

DARIEN, CT 06820
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,995 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$975 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$63,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$44,100

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
13
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Middlesex Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Darien High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Ox Ridge Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi

District: Darien School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06820These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.47%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,276
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,613 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$269,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$411,809
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

5 Mile River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Among the smallest lots in Norton Heights
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Norton Heights

How it measures up in Darien 06820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Darien 06820.

Living area3,995 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,041 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 5 Mile River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorton HeightsDarien 06820Western Connecticut County
Living areabigger than3,995 ft²78% of homes70% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than196168% of homes61% of homes41% of homes

About 5 Mile River Rd

When did 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT last sell?

5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT?

5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,995 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT built?

5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT?

5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT is assigned to Middlesex Middle School (middle), rated A+; Darien High School (high), rated A+; Ox Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Darien School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT compare to other homes in Darien 06820?

Among the 6,580 homes in Darien 06820, it is bigger than 70% of them (3,995 ft² against a typical 3,041 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1961 against a typical 1955). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5 Mile River Rd, Darien, CT was $975. The county assessed it at $63,000.

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