$1,485,000
SOLD JUL 13, 2023

121 Holmes Ave Darien, CT 06820

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,484 Sq Ft
0.41 Acres

Recently Sold

$598 Per Sq Ft

19% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2024

Nestled in one of Darien's highly coveted neighborhoods, this 1925 Colonial exudes irresistible charm. Brimming with natural light and ample space, the home boasts a kitchen that seamlessly flows into a generously-sized family room featuring a cozy fireplace and sliders to a breezy deck. Completing the main level are a formal living room with a fireplace, a dining room, and an office area. Upstairs, a primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and three additional bedrooms await.
Nestled on a substantial lot that abuts Woodland Park, the home offers a deep private backyard and is conveniently located to schools, trains & shopping.
Not to be missed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janine Tienken

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0775247 Listed on: 05/03/2023

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Amanda Spatola

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0809813

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,294

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,484 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Circulator

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,294

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2484
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2484
  • Total Sq Ft: 2484
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2484
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 06/26/2023
  • Directions: HOLMES AVE., #121
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 121

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • 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: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • 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: 0.4100
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 12294
  • Total Assessed Value: 698110
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.610
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.610
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105310

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
May 14, 2024
Closed on
Jul 8, 2024
Sold by
Eldin Jennifer
Bought by
Black Kathleen and Black Ty
Seller's Agent
Amanda Spatola
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Robbie Blosio
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
$225,000
13.64%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$1,773,620

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$101,380
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.57%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,483,234
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$269,126

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2024
Closed on
Jul 3, 2024
Sold by
Roach Trevor
Bought by
Eldin Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Amanda Spatola
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Robbie Blosio
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
$225,000
13.64%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,483,234
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$269,126

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2024
Sold by
Perlman Daniel and Eldin Jennifer
Bought by
Eldin Jennifer

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2023
Closed on
Jul 13, 2023
Sold by
Mccarthy John P and Mccarthy Mary M
Bought by
Eldin Jennier and Perlman Daniel
Seller's Agent
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Spatola
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,485,000
Premium/Discount to List
$235,000
18.8%
Views
49

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,188,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2006
Sold by
Wohlberg Seth H and Wohlberg Debra M
Bought by
Mccarthy John P and Mccarthy Mary M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 1991
Sold by
Clark James and Clark Elizabeth
Bought by
Wohlberg Seth and Wohlberg Debra

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 1988
Sold by
Fortini Brian
Bought by
Clark James
Source: Public Records

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,875,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,875,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,875,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,250,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,250,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,250,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $1,485,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,485,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,485,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $985,000 --
Warranty Deed $985,000 --
Warranty Deed $410,000 --
Deed $433,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,500,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,500,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,188,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $605,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2024 07/09/24 Sold $1,875,000 +13.6% $755 / Sq Ft
05/24/2024 05/24/24 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2024 05/14/24 For Sale $1,650,000 +11.1% $664 / Sq Ft
07/13/2023 07/13/23 Sold $1,485,000 +18.8% $598 / Sq Ft
05/12/2023 05/12/23 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2023 05/03/23 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $503 / 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 $15,200 $981,890 $734,510 $247,380
2024 $14,424 $981,890 $734,510 $247,380
2023 $12,294 $698,110 $489,720 $208,390
2022 $12,028 $698,110 $489,720 $208,390
2021 $11,756 $698,110 $489,720 $208,390
2020 $11,421 $698,110 $489,720 $208,390
2019 $11,498 $698,110 $489,720 $208,390
2018 $14,198 $698,670 $492,590 $206,080
2017 $11,291 $698,670 $492,590 $206,080
2016 $11,018 $698,670 $492,590 $206,080
2015 $10,725 $698,670 $492,590 $206,080
2014 $10,487 $698,670 $492,590 $206,080
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amanda Spatola

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Amanda Spatola

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 273-8615

    49 in this area

    149 Total Sales

    Amanda Spatola
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  • Robbie Blosio

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Robbie Blosio

    William Pitt

    (203) 249-7164

    2 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Robbie Blosio
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  • Janine Tienken

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Janine Tienken

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 246-7518

    99 in this area

    123 Total Sales

    Janine Tienken
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170566016

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000024-000000-000008

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

121 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT

This home is located at 121 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT 06820 and is currently priced at $1,485,000, approximately $597 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 121 Holmes Ave is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Holmes Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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