NOT LISTED FOR SALE

15 Bittersweet Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,036,000 - $3,305,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,508 Sq Ft
$713/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 20, 2022

Last sale price $2,662,000 $591 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,695/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • 2-minute walk to Woodland Park Nature Preserve

About This Home

As of May 2022

Totally renovated and architecturally designed expanded light bright home on one of Darien’s most desirable cul-de-sacs convenient to school, train &shopping. Spacious entry hall with high ceiling, living room with French doors to private terrace, sun room with vaulted ceiling and access to terrace. Perfect for entertaining on a grand scale or simply daily living with formal dining room adjacent to updated kit and separate breakfast area overlooking beautifully proportioned family room with fireplace and sliders to terrace. Den, mudroom, pantry and craft area plus abundant storage complete the 1st floor. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms plus home office and 3 full baths. Custom master bedroom with tray ceiling, gas fireplace and updated bath is perfect for today’s lifestyle. Beautifully sited on 1 acre of manicured professionally landscaped property with custom designed English walkway to the front door. Don’t miss out!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy R Dauk

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0161930 Listed on: 03/23/2022

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Carolyn Brook

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0754661

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,445

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Home Gym
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

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  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Humidity Control
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Space Heater
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Included: garage refrigerator. Washer and dryer being replaced with another set.
  • Assessor Parcel Number 105695

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,445

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4008
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 500
  • Total Sq Ft: 4508
  • Year Built: 1964
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Included: garage refrigerator. Washer and dryer being replaced with another set.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3525
  • Directions: Middlesex Road to Bittersweet. House on right.
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3525
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 15
  • Other SqFt Description: As per Darien Assessor's

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shake
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Space Heater, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Humidistat, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac Open Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel #: 105695

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 19445
  • Total Assessed Value: 1154720
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.84

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
Mar 23, 2022
Closed on
May 20, 2022
Sold by
Scholtz Christine J and Scholtz Peter D
Bought by
Gieskes Joost J and Gieskes Meredith
Seller's Agent
Nancy R Dauk
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Carolyn Brook
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Sold Price
$2,662,000
Current Estimated Value
$3,215,446

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$553,446
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.98%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,149,659
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,954,109

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 1999
Sold by
Cattano Kathleen
Bought by
Scholtz Christine J and Scholtz Peter D
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gieskes Joost J $2,662,000 None Available
Scholtz Christine J $880,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gieskes Joost J $750,000
Open Gieskes Joost J $1,200,000
Previous Owner Scholtz Peter D $200,000
Previous Owner Scholtz Peter D $975,000
Previous Owner Scholtz Christine J $1,090,000
Previous Owner Scholtz Christine J $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2022 05/20/22 Sold $2,662,000 -- $591 / Sq Ft
04/01/2022 04/01/22 Pending -- -- --
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 $23,242 $1,582,140 $892,500 $689,640
2023 $21,470 $1,219,190 $595,000 $624,190
2022 $21,007 $1,219,190 $595,000 $624,190
2021 $19,445 $1,154,720 $595,000 $559,720
2020 $18,857 $1,154,720 $595,000 $559,720
2019 $19,018 $1,154,720 $595,000 $559,720
2018 $17,311 $1,076,530 $598,500 $478,030
2017 $17,397 $1,076,530 $598,500 $478,030
2016 $16,977 $1,076,530 $598,500 $478,030
2015 $16,525 $1,076,530 $598,500 $478,030
2014 $16,159 $1,076,530 $598,500 $478,030
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Nancy R Dauk

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Nancy R Dauk

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 858-1146

    31 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Nancy R Dauk
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  • Carolyn Brook

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Carolyn Brook

    William Pitt

    (203) 550-0821

    26 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Carolyn Brook
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170475843

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000027-000000-000026

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

15 Bittersweet Ln, Darien, CT

This home is located at 15 Bittersweet Ln, Darien, CT 06820 since 23 March 2022 and is currently estimated at $3,215,446, approximately $713 per square foot. This property was built in 1964. 15 Bittersweet Ln 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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