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$1,739,190$741 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,420,000 on Apr 1, 2024

96 HOLMES AVE

DARIEN, CT 06820
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,347 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1887
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.5M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,420,000 · Apr 1, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,533 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$809,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$440,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$369,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$809,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$566,734

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Holmes Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Middlesex Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Darien High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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

96 Holmes Ave 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.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Darien 06820
  • Older than 98% of homes in Darien 06820

What homes are worth in Darien 06820

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$844K$7.6M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Darien 06820.

How it measures up in Darien 06820

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

Estimated value$1,739,190
CheaperTypical $2,490,551Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$741
CheaperTypical $829Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,051 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1887
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 96 Holmes Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDarien 06820Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,739,19025% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$74127% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than2,347 ft²31% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac50% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than18872% of homes2% of homes

About 96 Holmes Ave

How much is 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT is $1,739,190 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,538,741 to $1,939,639. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT last sell?

96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT last sold on Apr 1, 2024 for $1,420,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT?

96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,347 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT built?

96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT was built in 1887, making it 139 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT?

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

How does 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT compare to other homes in Darien 06820?

Among the 6,580 homes in Darien 06820, it is worth more than 25% of them ($1,739,190 against a typical $2,490,551), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($741 against a typical $829), it is bigger than 31% of them (2,347 ft² against a typical 3,051 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1887 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 81% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT was $12,533. The county assessed it at $809,620.

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