Darien

Darien is a popular coastal town situated between Stamford and Norwalk.

Welcome to Darien

A coastal Connecticut town with a strong sense of community.

Darien is home to 21,000 residents who enjoy a coastal Connecticut lifestyle with the convenience of Boston Post Road available for everyday errands. You’ll find strong school pride and a friendly community in Darien.

Incorporated in 1820, Darien is a popular coastal town situated between Stamford and Norwalk. Just a 1 hour train ride from Manhattan via Metro North, Darien is an ideal commuter town that boasts spectacular shoreline activities overlooking the Long Island Sound.

What To Expect

Waterfront living with a lively town center.

Darien has immaculate beaches and boat clubs perfect for sailing, kayaking and paddle boarding among other activities. The popular center of town is going through a grand rejuvenation project that’s sure to wow residents. This exciting transformation began in 2019 with extreme attention to detail and a focus on creating one of the most enjoyable and walkable downtown environments in the region.

The Lifestyle

Easy-going and full of coastal activities.

Darien residents live an exuberant coastal lifestyle and enjoy boating and water sports. The lifestyle is relaxed and community driven.

Unexpected Appeal:

Hidden nature trails throughout town.

You’ll find pocket parks and walking trails scattered throughout the town such as Tilley Pond Park and Selleck Woods, perfect for walking your dog or taking in the picturesque views.

The Market:

Strong, competitive market.

Darien remains one of the more competitive towns in the lower Fairfield County market with their top-rated school systems and coastal lifestyle drawing in home buyers.

You’ll Fall In Love With:

The pristine beaches and views of the Long Island Sound.

Pear Tree Beach, arguably one of the most beautiful beaches in Fairfield County features picnic areas, a beautiful gazebo overlooking the sound, a concession stand, boat launch and the popular Darien Boat Club.

Around Darien, CT

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

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Car-Dependent

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Somewhat Bikeable

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26

Some Transit

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Black by Demand Specialty Coffee, The Bar Method Darien, and Master Na's Traditional Martial Arts.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Black by Demand Specialty Coffee page on Yelp Search 1 State St on Google Maps	Dining	4.2 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Bar Method Darien page on Yelp Search 800 Post Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.94 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Master Na's Traditional Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 2109 Summer St on Google Maps	Active	3.59 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Club Sweat page on Yelp Search 1345 E Putnam Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.96 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the LYMBR Darien page on Yelp Search 679 Post Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.01 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts - Stamford page on Yelp Search 2770 Summer St on Google Maps	Active	3.88 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Men’s haircut Greenwich page on Yelp Search 44 Commerce Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.36 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Schools in Darien, CT

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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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