20 Buttonwood Lane
Darien, Connecticut 06820
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3 | 1
- SqFt
- 4,379
- Acres
- 1.25
- Year Built
- 1945
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Welcome to 20 Buttonwood, a timeless Darien classic showcasing a renovated 5 bed 3.5 bath meticulously maintained home w/ expansive property & ultimate privacy. Set on a level, 1.25 acres the property is bordered by protected Land Trust. The flat/dry fenced yard provides endless possibilities for play, entertaining, gardening, and future enhancements. At the heart of the home is a beautifully renovated gourmet kitchen designed for both everyday living & effortless entertaining. The adjoining family, dining, living & sunrooms all flow seamlessly to the outdoor terrace, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor living. Rounding out the first floor is the home office, and the newly renovated mudroom with custom built in lockers, radiant herringbone brick floors, natural oak desk, full size washer dryer & oversized soapstone sink. The 2nd level is home to all 5 bedrooms, including the primary suite w/ large balcony & an in-law suite with separate staircase for flexible living arrangements. The finished LL includes a gym and secondary laundry. The unfinished walk up 3rd floor provides great space for easily accessible storage or the option to finish for an additional 400+ sq ft of living space. Ideally situated on one of Darien's most coveted streets, just moments from Cherry Lawn Park, downtown Darien, Metro-North, and Ox Ridge Elementary, 20 Buttonwood offers a rare combination of escape and convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to own a Darien classic!
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Darien
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1945
- Days on Market
- 35 days
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 4,379 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 1.25 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage
- Property Taxes
- $25,357 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Darien Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
25
54 under contract
Median List Price
$3.80M
25 active listings
Median Closed Price
$2.71M
211 sales
Median Days on Market
51
25 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$733
25 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
106.3%
211 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$4.29M
vs $3.80M median
13.0% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$981
vs $733 median
33.8% above median
Days on Market
35 days
vs 51 days median
16 days fresher than median
Based on 25 active and 211 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Darien. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 27, 2026.
Location
20 Buttonwood Lane, Darien, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$21,899
- Property Taxes$2,113
- Insurance$1,432
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Darien
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1945
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 4,379 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 280 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Ox Ridge
- High
- Darien
Interior
- Heating
- Hydro Air
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Lower LevelMain Level
- Laundry Location
- Full size w/d in mudroom & lower level
- Appliances
- MicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorFreezerIcemakerDishwasherDisposalWasherDryerWine Chiller
- Basement
- Crawl SpaceFullHeatedSump PumpCooledPartially Finished
- In-Law Apartment
- YesOver Garage
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 1.25 acres
- Zoning
- R-1
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spacesAttached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Beach RightsAccess
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Flood Zone
- No
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Color
- Grey
- Roof
- Wood Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- TerraceGuttersLightingFrench DoorsBalconyShedGarden AreaStone WallUnderground Sprinkler
- Lot Description
- Fence - FullDryLevel LotProfessionally Landscaped
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $25,357 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 35
- MLS #
- 24185736
- MLS Status
- Under Contract
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This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.
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Data last updated on 7/27/2026 at 2:15 PM UTC.