Renovation houses

Diamonds in the Rough

4 houses: Darien, Stamford and New Canaan that need renovation.
If you’ve been waiting and not finding a perfect dream house at the right price, maybe its time to consider a renovation.  These houses can be customized to your liking and ready to move in this Fall. Ask us about construction financing.
837 Hollow Tree Rdg Rd, Darien – 4 acres in the 2 acre zone, possible subdivision
684 Westover Rd, Stamford – 5 acres in the 1 acre zone plus 3 rental cottages
507 Trinity Pass, New Canaan – NEW! 4 acres with 3 barns and a pool
94 Indian Rock Rd, New Canaan – single floor living. renovate as new for $724,500
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837 Hollow Tree Ridge Road Darien, CT 06820
$1,995,000 | Beds: 4 | Baths: 5.1 | Approx. SF: 4,515 | Acreage: 4
Nestled on a sprawling 4-acre lot in Darien, Connecticut, stands a charming Center Hall Colonial built in 1961. The impressive front-to-back foyer, high ceilings, and superb flow create an interior that beckons you to explore every room. This house boasts five spacious bedrooms and five full bathrooms, making it ideal for those who love to entertain. The house is available as-is, the potential for a cosmetic renovation is quite promising, with the wide-open spaces, and the expertly crafted structure allowing for personalized and modern updates to be made with ease. Bring your design dreams to fruition and create the space that truly resonates with you. As you step outside to the gorgeous 4-acre lot, you will discover a private property, set back from the road, that ensures maximum privacy. The circular drive leads you to the house with ease and the swimming pool at your disposal will make the hot summer months all the more enjoyable.
Listing Features / Amenities
  • Some Wetlands, Level Lot, Fence – Partial
  • Attached Garage
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684 Westover Road Stamford, CT 06902
$2,595,000 | Beds: 6 | Baths: 6.1 | Approx. SF: 5,787 | Acreage: 5.09
Westover Falls embodies a bygone era of style, quality and craftsmanship that highlights the unique character of this spectacular 5-acre estate. The main villa has 6 bedrooms each with ensuite bathrooms, ample closets and balconies overlooking the pool and Mianus River below. Handsome features like butterfly peg flooring, vintage Athangudi tiles and the reoccurring theme of arches including the barrel-vaulted primary bedroom ceiling evoke a feeling of 1920’s Europe. The slate-topped pool house provides a kitchen for casual poolside entertaining while the beautifully designed scrolled stone wall gardens, terraces, and patios invite moments of serenity as you listen to the peaceful sounds of the river and waterfall from below. In addition to the chauffer’s apartment and guest cottage, the estate also includes a vintage brick cottage perched along the riverbank and waterfall offering Fairfield County’s most unique location. Property is being represented and sold as-is. One or more of the property’s owners is a real estate licensee.
Listing Features / Amenities
  • Rear Lot, May be Subdividable, Secluded, Level Lot, Treed, Fence – Stone
  • Detached Garage
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507 Trinity Pass Road New Canaan, CT 06840
$2,245,000 | Beds: 5 | Baths: 6.2 | Approx. SF: 5,974 | Acreage: 4.44

Twelve room Georgian home on 4+ acres with three additional accessory structures including barn, guest cottage and garden shed, a pool and site for a tennis court. Can be a private retreat, tremendous value! Property sold in its present ‘as-is’ condition, including outbuildings and pool.

​​​​​​​NEW to the market this week. Come to the PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE this Sunday from 1pm-3pm

Listing Features / Amenities
  • Open Lot, Cleared, Lightly Wooded
  • Under House Garage
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94 Indian Rock Road New Canaan, CT 06840
$1,450,000 | Beds: 2 | Baths: 2 | Approx. SF: 2,115 | Acreage: 3.38
Absolutely charming ranch style home tucked away on private 3.38 acre site in a country club area overlooking picturesque 5 Mile River. Peaceful and tranquil setting. House can be restored or build new! Design and build dream home boarded by streams on two sides. Located just 5 min to the town center, train station and NY border. Footprint of over 7,500 sq ft allowed giving a 10,000+ sq ft home if desired. Land perc’d for 6 bedroom septic.
Listing Features / Amenities
  • Some Wetlands, Secluded, Treed
  • Tandem, Attached Garage
John Engel
Real Estate Broker
O: (203) 889-5580
M: (203) 247-4700
Melissa Engel
Real Estate Salesperson
O: (203) 889-5580
M: (203) 858-0266
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Engel Team at Douglas Elliman

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