10 Whaling Rd Darien, CT 06820
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,436
Sq Ft
1.28
Acres
Highlights
- Beach Access
- 1.28 Acre Lot
- Wetlands on Lot
- Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
About This Home
As of January 2024Gracious and pristine center hall colonial in desirable Salem Straits Association with private beach and boat slips offers an incredible opportunity for the most discerning buyer! Step through the spacious foyer into this sunny and comfortable home with fabulous flow. Gourmet white kitchen with high end appliances and wet bar, family room with vaulted ceiling and breakfast nook, formal living room with fireplace and gorgeous dining room, cozy library with fireplace and book shelves are just a few of the assets on the first floor. Upstairs encompasses five bedrooms including a beautiful master suite with stunning marble bath, walk-in closet and fireplace. Four bedrooms and a large playroom with another fireplace rounds out the second floor. Incredible outdoor space has multiple gorgeous blue stone patios with an amazing stone fireplace creating ambiance and much opportunity for relaxing and entertaining. Professionally landscaped level yard. You can't wait to call this home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0778203 Listed on: 03/02/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,302
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 1.28 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Cleared Lot
HOA Fees
- $100 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Clap Board Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,436 Sq Ft Home
- 4 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Partial Basement
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Storage In Attic
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Shared Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Walking Distance to Water
- Wetlands on Lot
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Tokeneke Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: TELEVISION IN LIBRARY
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 23, 2023
Closed on
Jan 5, 2024
Sold by
Cotton Lindsay
Bought by
Penneys Ryan and Chelluri Lalita
Seller's Agent
Caroline Hanley
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Ann Simpson
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$3,575,000
Sold Price
$3,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-3.5%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$755,372
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.01%
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Outstanding Balance
$407,808
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$3,797,564
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2021
Closed on
Jul 22, 2021
Sold by
Brown Daniel R and Brown Linda P
Bought by
Cotton Lindsay
Seller's Agent
Keiley Fuller
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Peter Stuart
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,749,000
Sold Price
$3,060,000
Premium/Discount to List
$311,000
11.31%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.02%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2014
Closed on
Aug 20, 2014
Sold by
Etheredge Elliott K and Etheredge Julie B
Bought by
Brown Daniel R and Brown Linda P
Seller's Agent
Sarah Keena
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
ANA Blaze
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,925,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$325,000
-11.11%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.38%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2007
Sold by
Fraser John W and Fraser Amy B
Bought by
Etheredge Elliott K and Etheredge Julie B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 1998
Sold by
Walsh Robert G and Walsh Joanna L
Bought by
Fraser John W and Fraser Amy B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,060,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,060,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,600,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,050,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,600,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,050,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,200,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $415,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $415,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $1,733,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2024 01/05/24 | Sold | $3,450,000 | -3.5% | $778 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2023 11/18/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/19/2023 10/19/23 | For Sale | $3,575,000 | +16.8% | $806 / Sq Ft |
| 07/26/2021 07/26/21 | Sold | $3,060,000 | +11.3% | $690 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2021 03/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2021 03/12/21 | For Sale | $2,749,000 | +5.7% | $620 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2014 08/20/14 | Sold | $2,600,000 | -11.1% | $586 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2014 07/21/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2014 04/11/14 | For Sale | $2,925,000 | -- | $659 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $29,201 | $1,987,790 | $842,240 | $1,145,550 |
| 2023 | $25,129 | $1,426,950 | $701,890 | $725,060 |
| 2022 | $24,586 | $1,426,950 | $701,890 | $725,060 |
| 2021 | $24,030 | $1,426,950 | $701,890 | $725,060 |
| 2020 | $23,345 | $1,426,950 | $701,890 | $725,060 |
| 2019 | $23,502 | $1,426,950 | $701,890 | $725,060 |
| 2018 | $21,676 | $1,347,990 | $614,600 | $733,390 |
| 2017 | $21,784 | $1,347,990 | $614,600 | $733,390 |
| 2016 | $21,258 | $1,347,990 | $614,600 | $733,390 |
| 2015 | $20,692 | $1,347,990 | $614,600 | $733,390 |
| 2014 | $20,233 | $1,347,990 | $614,600 | $733,390 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Caroline Hanley
Seller's Agent in 2024
Caroline Hanley
Houlihan Lawrence
(917) 669-9713
42 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Ann Simpson
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Ann Simpson
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
(203) 940-0779
2 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
Keiley Fuller
Seller's Agent in 2021
Keiley Fuller
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 858-4609
69 in this area
88 Total Sales
-
Peter Stuart
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Peter Stuart
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 853-8238
22 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Sarah Keena
Seller's Agent in 2014
Sarah Keena
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 984-1798
11 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
ANA Blaze
A
Buyer's Agent in 2014
ANA Blaze
Houlihan Lawrence
(917) 415-3231
7 in this area
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170378884
APN: DARI-000062-000000-000046
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