Darien, CT Real Estate - Find Your Dream Home

Welcome to Darien

Intimate and charming beach town on Connecticut’s stunning Gold Coast

Darien is a classic New England beach town with soft sandy shores, cozy shops, delicious seafood, and the salty taste of the ocean. It almost feels like a vacation spot. With quaint, walkable downtown, Darien has a selection of eclectic shops and restaurants that are easy accesible from your home. The local train station can whisk you away to New York City in under an hour. Darien is the best of beach living in New England, all while being a short trip away from the excitement and entertainment in New York City.

Darien has lovely oceanfront homes with large lots and plenty of space for the entire family. Families find Darien especially attractive due to the incredible schools. With highly rated options for students of all ages, Darien is a great place to raise a family.

What to Love

Golden, sandy beaches along the coast of Long Island Sound
Lots of different community parks and clubs
Amazing schools for students of all ages
A variety of stunning Darien houses for sale to choose from

Local Lifestyle - Living in Darien

Darien is a laid back, luxurious beach town with impressive waterfront properties. It has a quieter feel than neighboring towns along the Gold Coast of Connecticut and is perfect for anyone looking for a private, delightful place to live in a relaxing area.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Darien has everything you need in terms of dining and shopping, including many high-end options. Darien Sports Shop is a classic, local department store featuring a wide range of luxury brands.. As an icon in Darien, Darien Sports Shop was established in 1946 and offers many amenities, including personalized shopping, gift wrapping, alternations, and delivery options.

After an afternoon of exploring the shops, it will be time for an elegant meal. Ten Twenty Post has you covered with French-American options in a upscale and lively bistro setting. Their menu favors seafood fresh from the ocean with a vibrant bar menu as well.

L’Ostal also offers French fare, focusing on food from the south of France in Provence. The restaurant prides itself on an atmosphere focused on family and tradition. Award-winning Chef Jared Sippel celebrates the cultures of Southern France and neighboring regions with sublime pairings of wine and food.

Scena offers a taste of Italy, with a impressive wine collection displayed in a glass and steel case and a wood-burning pizza oven. Fresh ingredients and a wide offering of cocktails combined with excellent service make Scena a perfect option for your Friday night plans.

Things to Do in Darien

Darien has lots of events and activities to bring the community together. Chamber Jam is Darien’s food and music festival featuring unbelievable talent, filling the weekend with live music and amazing food from local food trucks.

Darien Sidewalk Sale brings together local shops and restaurants to set up outside and enjoy the summer weather in downtown Darien. With shopping sales as well as fun events for the whole family, the Darien Sidewalk Sale is a summer staple.

When the weather turns cold, residents can enjoy different holiday celebrations. The Darien Festival of Wreaths kicks off the local holiday shopping season with a display of handmade wreaths by local artists and businesses.

Schools in Darien

Darien is served by Darien Public Schools, an excellent-rated district, as well as private options.

Hindley Elementary School, K-5, Blue Ribbon Awarded
Darien High School, 9-12, highly rated on Great Schools and Niche

Overview for Darien, CT

21,485 people live in Darien, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $137,440. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,485

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$137,440

Average individual Income

Around Darien, CT

There's plenty to do around Darien, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

9

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

17

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

26

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Arden's Rowayton, Hudson Table, and Strigo Coffee.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Arden's Rowayton page on Yelp Search 158 Rowayton Ave on Google Maps	Dining	2.19 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hudson Table page on Yelp Search 44 John St on Google Maps	Dining	2.95 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Strigo Coffee page on Yelp Search 314 Wilson Ave 06854 on Google Maps	Dining	3.66 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Old Greenwich Wine Merchants page on Yelp Search 195 Sound Beach Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.85 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the El Placerito Tacos Truck page on Yelp Search Wilson Ave & Greyrock Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $	3.67 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gracie Sports USA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu page on Yelp Search 770 Connecticut Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.19 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio D Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 62 Cedar St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.53 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the SoNo Tattoo page on Yelp Search 127 Washington St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.61 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Creations Salon page on Yelp Search 828 High Ridge Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.89 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Darien, CT

Population Households Employment

Darien has 6,978 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Darien do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,485 people call Darien home. The population density is 2,284.22 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,485

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

49.63 / 50.37%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

6,978

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$137,440

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Darien, CT

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Darien. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

Property Listings

Price

Living Area

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Welcome to Darien

What to Love

Local Lifestyle - Living in Darien

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Things to Do in Darien

Schools in Darien

Overview for Darien, CT

21,485

40 years

High

$137,440

Around Darien, CT

9

Car-Dependent

17

Somewhat Bikeable

26

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Darien, CT

21,485

High

40

49.63 / 50.37%

6,978

3

$137,440

Schools in Darien, CT

Property Listings

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$7,950,000

$7,250,000

$7,148,400

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