NOT LISTED FOR SALE

10 Rocaton Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,973,000 - $2,576,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,855 Sq Ft
$839/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2017

Last sale price $1,222,500 $428 Per Sq Ft

Est. 96% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,051/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • Attic
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of December 2017

Classic Colonial in one of Darien's favorite neighborhoods. Renovate or build new on a level lot on a quiet cul-de-sac street that is two blocks from the train station and downtown.Solid structure with charming features from 1938, including corner cabinets in dining room, bay windows and built ins in the living room plus spacious bedrooms on the second floor. Diamond in the rough with awesome potential. As is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dana Fead

BHHS Darien/New Canaan License #RES.0218564 Listed on: 09/01/2017

BHHS Darien/New Canaan

Last Buyer's Agent

Eileen Hanford

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0293590

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,587

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R 1/2

HOA Fees

  • $50 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,855 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Nothing noted

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,587

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$50 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2855
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2855
  • Total Sq Ft: 2855
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Nothing noted
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2855
  • Directions: Leroy to Rocaton Road
  • 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: 1
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Breezeway, Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Off breezeway
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 10

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 600
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Royle
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4100
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Dry, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R 1/2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 11587
  • Total Assessed Value: 717010
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 104593

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Royle
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 1, 2017
Closed on
Dec 18, 2017
Sold by
Cotton Mary
Bought by
Baalen Alex and Baalen Emily
Seller's Agent
Dana Fead
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Eileen Hanford
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,222,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,500
-2.2%
Total Days on Market
55
Current Estimated Value
$2,394,639

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,172,139
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Baalen Alex $1,222,500 --
Seagate Llc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vanbaalen Alex N $1,137,500
Closed Seagate Llc $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2017 12/15/17 Sold $1,222,500 -2.2% $428 / Sq Ft
10/26/2017 10/26/17 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2017 09/01/17 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $438 / 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 $18,702 $1,273,090 $725,900 $547,190
2023 $16,545 $939,540 $518,490 $421,050
2022 $15,248 $884,940 $518,490 $366,450
2021 $14,902 $884,940 $518,490 $366,450
2020 $14,478 $884,940 $518,490 $366,450
2019 $14,575 $884,940 $518,490 $366,450
2018 $11,530 $717,010 $502,320 $214,690
2017 $11,587 $717,010 $502,320 $214,690
2016 $11,307 $717,010 $502,320 $214,690
2015 $11,006 $717,010 $502,320 $214,690
2014 $10,762 $717,010 $502,320 $214,690
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170011627

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000018-000000-000046