NOT LISTED FOR SALE

10 Birch Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,855,000 - $2,171,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,106 Sq Ft
$628/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 15, 2019

Last sale price $1,316,250 $424 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,262/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of August 2019

Stylish English Colonial located on one of Darien's favorite streets, convenient to town, train and Cherry Lawn Park! Beautifully updated and expanded, this home features a fabulous eat-in kitchen overlooking a professionally landscaped, private backyard. Formal dining and living rooms, family room, butler's pantry, 1/2 bath, and office complete the first floor. The second floor includes a beautiful master suite with walk-in closet and full bath, 3 additional bedrooms with hall bath and laundry. Bonus playroom on lower level provides additional living space. A lovely blue-stone patio and two car, attached, garage complete the package at this turnkey home - move right in and enjoy!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Straden

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0796845 Listed on: 06/13/2019

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Co-Listed By

Molly O'Brien Watkins

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

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Straden

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0796845 Listed on: 06/13/2019

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,443

Year Built

  • Built in 1932

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,443

Year Built

Built in 1932

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2806
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2709
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 300
  • Total Sq Ft: 3106
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Point O' Woods to Birch, Sylvan to Birch or Post Road to Birch
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 10

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Patio, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4600
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R12

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 13443
  • Total Assessed Value: 816200
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 104098

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
Jun 13, 2019
Closed on
Aug 12, 2019
Sold by
Ayerza Roribio and Campenhour Jeannette
Bought by
Hess Leslie
Seller's Agent
Christine Straden
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Christine Straden
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,316,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$82,750
-5.91%
Total Days on Market
20
Current Estimated Value
$1,951,379

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$635,129
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.58%
Original Mortgage
$1,053,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2011
Sold by
Mckessy Scott and Mckessy Kim
Bought by
Ayerza Toribio and Vancampenhout Jeannette

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2004
Sold by
Hunt Robert M and Marie Noelle A
Bought by
Mckessy Scott and Mckessy Kim

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 1995
Sold by
Kurth Richard and Kurth Virginia
Bought by
Hunt Robert and Hunt Marie Noelle
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hess Leslie $1,316,250 --
Ayerza Toribio $1,350,000 --
Mckessy Scott $807,000 --
Hunt Robert $380,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hess Erik S $1,015,000
Closed Hess Erik S $302,000
Closed Hess Leslie $1,053,000
Previous Owner Kurth Richard $1,120,000
Previous Owner Kurth Richard $176,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Sold $1,316,250 -5.9% $424 / Sq Ft
07/03/2019 07/03/19 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2019 06/13/19 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $450 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $16,071 $1,094,030 $739,130 $354,900
2023 $14,373 $816,200 $527,940 $288,260
2022 $14,063 $816,200 $527,940 $288,260
2021 $13,745 $816,200 $527,940 $288,260
2020 $13,353 $816,200 $527,940 $288,260
2019 $13,443 $816,200 $527,940 $288,260
2018 $13,470 $837,690 $511,490 $326,200
2017 $13,537 $837,690 $511,490 $326,200
2016 $13,210 $837,690 $511,490 $326,200
2015 $12,859 $837,690 $511,490 $326,200
2014 $12,574 $837,690 $511,490 $326,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christine Straden

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Christine Straden

    William Pitt

    (917) 680-4585

    10 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Christine Straden
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  • Molly O'Brien Watkins

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Molly O'Brien Watkins

    William Pitt

    (203) 536-3889

    12 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Molly O'Brien Watkins
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170192915

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000013-000000-000044

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

10 Birch Rd, Darien, CT

This home is located at 10 Birch Rd, Darien, CT 06820 since 13 June 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,951,379, approximately $628 per square foot. This property was built in 1932. 10 Birch Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Ox Ridge Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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