Darien center
2 Renshaw Road, Darien, CT 06820
Living in Darien, Connecticut
Darien is a Long Island Sound shoreline town in lower Fairfield County, between Stamford and Norwalk. It was settled by families from the New Haven and Wethersfield colonies around 1641 and incorporated as its own town in 1820, and it's served today by two Metro-North stations.
Darien at a glance
- $2,355,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 16.05 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 10–15 minDrive to Stamford
- FairfieldCounty · Western Connecticut, Gold Coast
Darien's villages and zip codes
All of Darien shares ZIP code 06820.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Darien center | 06820 | The downtown area around the Post Road and Darien train station, with the town hall nearby. |
| Noroton | 06820 | A shoreline neighborhood in southeastern Darien along Long Island Sound. |
| Noroton Heights | 06820 | A neighborhood around the Noroton Heights Metro-North station and Boston Post Road shopping area. |
| Tokeneke | 06820 | A waterfront neighborhood on Darien's southwestern shoreline. |
Darien covers about 12.9 square miles and borders Stamford, New Canaan and Norwalk. It was incorporated in 1820.
Things to do in Darien, CT
Start with Weed Beach and Cherry Lawn Park, then 2 more below.
Weed Beach
A 22-acre town beach on Long Island Sound with a concession stand, paddle tennis courts, a play area, a fitness trail and a car-top boat launch.
Weed Beach Road, Darien
Plan a visitCherry Lawn Park
A town park with a nature center and trails around a pond, plus a softball field, tennis and basketball courts and a playground.
Cherry Lawn Park, Darien
Darien Library
The town's public library, established in 1894, with its current building at 1441 Post Road opened in 2009.
1441 Post Road, Darien
Plan a visitCorbin District
A downtown development near the train station with shops and restaurants.
Corbin Drive, Darien
A little history
The first land clearings in what is now Darien were made around 1641 by settlers from the New Haven and Wethersfield colonies.
The town was incorporated separately in 1820 and named after the Isthmus of Darien.
Darien is served by two Metro-North stations, at Darien center and Noroton Heights.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Darien
Darien's Long Island Sound shoreline shapes most of its outdoor recreation, from town beaches to a network of parkland along the coast and inland streams.
- Weed BeachA town beach and park on Long Island Sound with swimming, a boat launch and recreation facilities.More information
- Cherry Lawn ParkInland park with a natural pond, nature trails and sports fields.
- Long Island Sound shorelineDarien's coastline includes Contentment Island and Great Island, a 60-acre waterfront property the town acquired in 2023.
Where to eat in Darien: restaurants and coffee
1 places in Darien to try, including american bistro. No one paid to be listed.
The Goose American Bistro and Bar
American bistro
A restaurant and bar in the Corbin District near downtown Darien.
Corbin District, Darien, CT
Walkability and getting around Darien
Downtown Darien around the train station and Post Road has sidewalks and a walkable retail core, but most residential areas of town are set up for driving.
Noroton
Noroton, Darien, CT 06820
Noroton Heights
Noroton Heights, Darien, CT 06820
Tokeneke
Tokeneke, Darien, CT 06820
Drive times
- Stamford, about 5 miles10–15 min
- Westchester County Airport, about 20 miles30–40 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Metro-North's New Haven Line stops at both Darien station and Noroton Heights station, with service toward Stamford, New York City and New Haven. CTtransit and other local routes also serve the Post Road corridor.
Darien property taxes and home prices
Darien's 2026–27 mill rate is 16.05, which is $16.05 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Some areas also pay a fire or special district tax on top of that. Connecticut taxes a home at 70% of its appraised value, so every $100,000 of value costs about $1,124 a year in taxes at 16.05 mills.
What homes in Darien sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,355,000255 sales | $847,50018 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Darien's mill rate for 2026–27
16.05mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Darien16.05 mills
- Ridge Acres Tax District (where it applies)+0.93 mills
- Crooked Mile Tax District (where it applies)+0.678 mills
- Tokeneke Tax District (where it applies)+0.663 mills
- Delafield Island Tax District (where it applies)+0.542 mills
- Motor vehicles16.05 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2028
How Darien's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 17.23 |
| 2023–24 | 17.61 |
| 2024–25 | 14.69 |
| 2025–26 | 15.48 |
| 2026–27 | 16.05 |
Darien's town rate went from 17.23 in 2022–23 to 16.05 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2028.
Look up a Darien property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: (203) 656-7310
Buying a home in Darien
What we check on a Darien purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and coastal flood insurance.
First-time buyer programs in Darien
CHFA sets Darien's income and price limits for Fairfield County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Darien's Long Island Sound shoreline, including Noroton, Tokeneke and Contentment Island, puts low-lying coastal parcels in FEMA-mapped flood zones; buyers there should check flood insurance requirements. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for DarienWaterfront and near-shore flood zones
Darien's shoreline neighborhoods, including parts of Noroton and Tokeneke, sit in FEMA flood zones. We check the flood map before you make an offer on a coastal property so flood insurance costs aren't a surprise at closing.
All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property and program requirements. CHFA and USDA limits and eligibility are set by those agencies and change from time to time.
Thinking about buying in Darien?
Send us a Darien address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Darien: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Darien.
- Trash and recyclingThe town operates a Transfer Station for residents in addition to any curbside collection arrangements; details vary by neighborhood.
Darien Transfer Station
126 Ledge Road, Darien, CT
Transfer station detailsTown offices and contacts
Darien Town Hall is at 2 Renshaw Road, Darien, CT 06820. Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00 a.m.–5:15 p.m.. Main line: (203) 656-7300. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(203) 656-7300
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections(203) 656-7307
- AssessorProperty values and assessments(203) 656-7310
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment(203) 656-7314
- Building DepartmentPermits and inspections(203) 656-7347
- Planning and ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations(203) 656-7351
- Parks and RecreationParks, programs and Weed Beach(203) 656-7325
- Public WorksRoads, refuse and the transfer station(203) 656-7346
- Darien LibraryThe town's public library
- Darien Public SchoolsThe town's school district(203) 656-7400
Darien, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Darien, CT?
Darien's 2026–27 mill rate is 16.05, which is $16.05 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Some areas also pay a fire or special district tax on top of that. The motor vehicle rate is 16.05 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Darien?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 16.05 mills that's about $5,618 a year, or about $468 a month, before any district tax. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Darien, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Darien was $2,355,000 across 255 sales. The median condo sale was $847,500 across 18 sales.
When is Darien's next revaluation?
Darien's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2028, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2029.
What county is Darien, CT in?
Darien is in Fairfield County.
What ZIP code is Darien?
All of Darien uses ZIP code 06820.
Does Darien have train service?
Yes. Metro-North's New Haven Line stops at Darien station and Noroton Heights station.
How far is Darien from Stamford?
Darien borders Stamford directly; the town line is roughly 5 miles from downtown Stamford.
Where does trash go in Darien?
The town operates a Transfer Station at 126 Ledge Road for residents.
Towns near Darien
Neighbors of Darien in Fairfield County and nearby. All Fairfield County towns.
Sources
- Mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, "Mill Rates for FY 2014–2027," data.ct.gov. Revaluation year: OPM, Revaluation Schedule 2023–2037.
- Home sales: "Real Estate Sales 2001–2024 GL," data.ct.gov. Medians use Darien sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: Darien, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Darien, CT official website: darienct.gov
- Darien Library: darienlibrary.org
- Darien Public Schools: darienps.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.