NOT LISTED FOR SALE

11 Bittersweet Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,509,000 - $2,907,960

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,946 Sq Ft
$689/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 02, 2019

Last sale price $1,450,000 $367 Per Sq Ft

Est. 88% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,078/month

257 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.12 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • Finished Attic

About This Home

As of August 2019

The ultimate location: walk to all THREE schools (Holmes Elementary, MMS and DHS), Woodland Park (great dog walking) at end of street, less than mile from train station and Noroton Heights Shopping (complete renovation in 2020!). Move in and enjoy the new kitchen that boasts high-end GE Profile appliances, new stone terrace/firepit, and existing 4BR/4BA. In time, consider using architectural plans to add 1000 square feet to include a new master suite, library, family room, mudroom, 2-car garage and additional lower level space. Your dream home for under $2M on a street that holds $3M+ values. The perfect home for today and into the future.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barb Hazelton

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0794643 Listed on: 11/07/2018

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Lopiano

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0411915

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,008

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 1.12 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Finished Attic

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • 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
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,008

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial, Split Level
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3346
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2973
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 600
  • Total Sq Ft: 3946
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Remarks Public Addendum: This is an incredible location and a street that has $3M+ homes; the first phase of renovation was done in 2010, a $250K kitchen addition and 2 bathroom upgrades. There are approved plans to do a Master/Library/FR and Garage addition that would make it t
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Middlesex to Bittersweet; #11 on right
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Pull-Down Stairs, Finished
  • Basement Description: Partial, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • 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: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.1200
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Lightly Wooded
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 17008
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105696

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
Nov 7, 2018
Closed on
Jul 19, 2019
Sold by
Martents David
Bought by
Constas Michael and Constas Rachel
Seller's Agent
Barb Hazelton
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lopiano
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-12.12%
Current Estimated Value
$2,719,990

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,269,990
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2007
Sold by
Schaefer Margaret H
Bought by
Martens David and Martens Julie Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
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
Constas Michael $1,450,000 --
Martens David $1,527,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Martens David $300,000
Previous Owner Martens David $400,000
Previous Owner Martens David $550,000
Previous Owner Martens David $290,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/02/2019 08/02/19 Sold $1,450,000 -4.9% $367 / Sq Ft
07/22/2019 07/22/19 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2019 03/13/19 Price Changed $1,525,000 -7.6% $386 / Sq Ft
11/07/2018 11/07/18 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $418 / 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
2025 $21,761 $1,405,740 $957,880 $447,860
2024 $20,650 $1,405,740 $957,880 $447,860
2023 $18,177 $1,032,220 $616,420 $415,800
2022 $17,785 $1,032,220 $616,420 $415,800
2021 $17,383 $1,032,220 $616,420 $415,800
2020 $16,887 $1,032,220 $616,420 $415,800
2019 $10,065 $1,032,640 $616,420 $416,220
2018 $18,454 $1,147,650 $620,060 $527,590
2017 $18,546 $1,147,650 $620,060 $527,590
2016 $18,098 $1,147,650 $620,060 $527,590
2015 $17,616 $1,147,650 $620,060 $527,590
2014 $17,226 $1,147,650 $620,060 $527,590
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170129681

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000027-000000-000027