NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,238,000 - $2,403,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,540 Sq Ft
$650/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2021

Last sale price $1,705,000 $482 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,216/month

61 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • 1-minute walk to Woodland Park Nature Preserve

About This Home

As of September 2021

Home Sweet Home… This Classic Connecticut expanded cape with 3149 SF has been lovingly renovated and offers gracious details, 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and hardwood floors throughout. Many of the 10 rooms are flexible and can be used to suit your needs. You are welcomed to a formal living room with fireplace and French doors, a formal dining room and a large cozy family room with fireplace and built-ins. The gourmet kitchen features loads of custom cabinetry, a large island, stainless steel appliances and stone countertops. The eat in kitchen overlooks the back terrace for loads of entertaining inside and out. A wonderful screened porch overlooks the terrace and private flat yard for a quiet read or cocktail at the end of the day. The 5th Bedroom tucked away on the first floor with full bath is great for office or au pair. A mudroom and laundry complete the first floor. The main staircase leads you to a large master suite/large private bath with walk in closet. 2 additional bedrooms share a bath. Off the back staircase you find a wonderful bedroom with high ceilings and full bath or use it as your rec room/gym/guest suite. The lower level offers great extra space. Flat private yard for pooch and play. Walk to Woodland Park, school, train and town. 2 car garage.

Last Listed By

Casey Lange

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0787121 Listed on: 06/23/2021

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,182

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 0.59 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,182

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod, Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3149
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3149
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 391
  • Total Sq Ft: 3540
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3149
  • Directions: corner of Bittersweet and Middlesex
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 105

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Porch-Screened, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • 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, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R12

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 14182
  • Total Assessed Value: 868490
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105662

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 23, 2021
Closed on
Sep 17, 2021
Sold by
Christopher Alan and Christopher Justine
Bought by
Gibbons John and Waters Meghan
Seller's Agent
Casey Lange
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
John Bainton
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,625,000
Sold Price
$1,705,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
4.92%
Total Days on Market
61
Current Estimated Value
$2,301,478

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$596,478
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.49%
Original Mortgage
$1,364,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,245,954
Interest Rate
2.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,055,524

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2013
Closed on
Sep 26, 2013
Sold by
Kerr Frank A and Kerr Catherine
Bought by
Christopgher Alan and Christopher Justine
Seller's Agent
Dana Fead
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Casey Lange
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,485,000
Sold Price
$1,435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-3.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.18%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 1997
Sold by
Reuman Warren T Est
Bought by
Hunter France M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$430,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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
Gibbons John $1,705,000 None Available
Gibbons John $1,705,000 None Available
Christopgher Alan $1,435,000 --
Christopgher Alan $1,435,000 --
Hunter France M $341,250 --
Hunter France M $22,750 --
Hunter France M $22,750 --
Hunter France M $22,750 --
Hunter France M $22,750 --
Hunter Frances H $22,750 --
Hunter France M $341,250 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gibbons John $1,364,000
Closed Gibbons John $1,364,000
Previous Owner Hunter France M $430,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Sold $1,705,000 +4.9% $482 / Sq Ft
08/23/2021 08/23/21 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2021 06/23/21 For Sale $1,625,000 +13.2% $459 / Sq Ft
09/25/2013 09/25/13 Sold $1,435,000 -3.4% $416 / Sq Ft
08/26/2013 08/26/13 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2013 06/18/13 For Sale $1,485,000 -- $430 / 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 $16,739 $1,139,460 $668,990 $470,470
2023 $15,336 $870,870 $445,970 $424,900
2022 $15,005 $870,870 $445,970 $424,900
2021 $14,625 $868,490 $443,590 $424,900
2020 $14,208 $868,490 $443,590 $424,900
2019 $14,304 $868,490 $443,590 $424,900
2018 $16,011 $995,680 $489,440 $506,240
2017 $16,090 $995,680 $489,440 $506,240
2016 $15,702 $995,680 $489,440 $506,240
2015 $13,762 $896,560 $489,440 $407,120
2014 $13,457 $896,560 $489,440 $407,120
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170409187

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000027-000000-000016