NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,211,000 - $2,455,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,970 Sq Ft
$774/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 15, 2019

Last sale price $1,627,000 $548 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,475/month

225 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 1.07 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of February 2019

This elegant home is on a lovely level acre at the end of a desirable, cul de sac. The arched front door is framed by leaded glass windows & decorative shutters. The center hall leads to the stepdown Living Rm with fpl , large picture window & 9ft ceilings. The sunken family rm with fpl has a unique corner window which brightens the room with southern & western light. The bay windows, granite counters, glass back splash & breakfast bar create an inviting gourmet kitchen. The spacious dining rm is perfect for entertaining! The bedrooms are all spacious & the Master has a dressing area with built ins. The large screened porch has an expansive view of the lush, professionally landscaped yard. The expansion potential is worth exploring!

Last Listed By

Suzanne Okie

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0508207 Listed on: 04/02/2018

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,159

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 1.07 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned 1A

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,970 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch
  • Walkup Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Breezeway

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: exterior plant hangers, rabbit statue, master bath Roman shade

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,159

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2970
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2970
  • Total Sq Ft: 2970
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Public Transportation
  • Exclusions: exterior plant hangers, rabbit statue, master bath Roman shade
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2970
  • Directions: Hollow Tree to Haskell.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Breezeway, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 10

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Breezeway, Porch-Screened, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Brick

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • 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: 1.0700
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: 1A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 17159
  • Total Assessed Value: 1067080
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.080
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103804

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
Apr 2, 2018
Closed on
Feb 19, 2019
Sold by
Schooley Paul and Carlson Jane
Bought by
Mcgrath John and Mcgrath Katherine
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Okie
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Chichi Mayhew
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$1,627,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$223,000
-12.05%
Total Days on Market
225
Current Estimated Value
$2,297,556

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$670,556
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.47%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 1999
Sold by
Est Owen Jean A and Owens Robert J
Bought by
Schooley Paul W and Carlson Jane E

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mcgrath John $1,627,000 --
Schooley Paul W $610,000 --
Schooley Paul W $610,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcgrath John $400,000
Closed Mcgrath John T $200,000
Open Mcgrath John $1,089,832
Closed Mcgrath John T $45,500
Closed Schooley Paul W $1,100,000
Previous Owner Schooley Paul W $900,000
Previous Owner Schooley Paul W $895,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/15/2019 02/15/19 Sold $1,627,000 -6.2% $548 / Sq Ft
11/13/2018 11/13/18 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Price Changed $1,735,000 -3.3% $584 / Sq Ft
04/30/2018 04/30/18 Price Changed $1,795,000 -3.0% $604 / Sq Ft
04/02/2018 04/02/18 For Sale $1,850,000 -- $623 / 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 $20,116 $1,369,340 $946,400 $422,940
2023 $17,772 $1,009,190 $607,530 $401,660
2022 $17,388 $1,009,190 $607,530 $401,660
2021 $16,995 $1,009,190 $607,530 $401,660
2020 $16,510 $1,009,190 $607,530 $401,660
2019 $16,621 $1,009,190 $607,530 $401,660
2018 $17,159 $1,067,080 $611,100 $455,980
2017 $17,244 $1,067,080 $611,100 $455,980
2016 $16,828 $1,067,080 $611,100 $455,980
2015 $16,380 $1,067,080 $611,100 $455,980
2014 $16,017 $1,067,080 $611,100 $455,980
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170063642

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000009-000000-000169