$2,290,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2014

1 Pilgrim Rd Darien, CT 06820

5 Beds
5 Baths
4,485 Sq Ft
2 Acres

Recently Sold

$511 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of August 2017

The home of your dreams. Stunningly set on two acres and minutes from train stations, downtown Darien and New Canaan town center. This home has a graceful, full foyer with den,living room, dining room and a total of five bedrooms including a master suite with sitting area and walk in closets.
The main level is meticulously updated with a gorgeous,custom,gourmet kitchen, top of the line appliances, two tier family room and new baths with fine finishes. Three fireplaces, library, mudroom and walk in laundry too.
Upstairs are four bedrooms, and new baths. There is a private home office with built ins and potential au pair suite with another full bedroom and bath.
An inground pool, generator and finished basement completes the picture.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

karen Brewer

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0765735

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Molly O'Brien Watkins

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0790789

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,857

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Walkup Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Ox Ridge Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,857

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4085
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3685
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Total Sq Ft: 4485
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3685
  • Directions: Mansfield Avenue to Stephan Mather Drive to Pilgrim...first driveway on left
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Storage, Sump Pump, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Main Floor
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Safety Fence
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Some Wetlands
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2013-June 2014
  • Property Tax: 20857
  • Total Assessed Value: 1583680
  • Mil Rate Total: 13.170
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 102592

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 21, 2017
Closed on
Aug 25, 2017
Sold by
Griffith Derek and Berg Sara
Bought by
Griswold Caitlin and Griswold Ryan
Seller's Agent
Molly O'Brien Watkins
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Nancy R Dauk
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,298,000
Sold Price
$2,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$123,000
-5.35%
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$3,485,634

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,310,634
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.19%
Original Mortgage
$1,740,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 21, 2014
Closed on
May 28, 2014
Sold by
Bergen Mark D and Bergen Joan K
Bought by
Griffith Derek J and Berg Sara A
Seller's Agent
karen Brewer
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Molly O'Brien Watkins
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$2,375,000
Sold Price
$2,290,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-3.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.58%
Original Mortgage
$1,700,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 1996
Sold by
Martin Allan C and Martin Donna L
Bought by
Bergen Mark D and Bergen Joan K

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,175,000 --
Warranty Deed $2,290,000 --
Warranty Deed $952,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,705,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $1,689,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $1,740,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,700,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/24/2017 08/24/17 Sold $2,175,000 -5.4% $440 / Sq Ft
07/11/2017 07/11/17 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2017 02/21/17 For Sale $2,298,000 +0.3% $465 / Sq Ft
05/28/2014 05/28/14 Sold $2,290,000 -3.6% $511 / Sq Ft
04/28/2014 04/28/14 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2014 02/21/14 For Sale $2,375,000 -- $530 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $27,419 $1,866,480 $1,008,000 $858,480
2023 $25,431 $1,444,100 $840,000 $604,100
2022 $24,882 $1,444,100 $840,000 $604,100
2021 $24,319 $1,444,100 $840,000 $604,100
2020 $23,625 $1,444,100 $840,000 $604,100
2019 $23,784 $1,444,100 $840,000 $604,100
2018 $25,297 $1,573,180 $840,000 $733,180
2017 $62 $1,573,180 $840,000 $733,180
2016 $23,293 $1,477,070 $840,000 $637,070
2015 $22,673 $1,477,070 $840,000 $637,070
2014 $22,171 $1,477,070 $840,000 $637,070
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99054546

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000001-000000-000019