15 Chester Rd Darien, CT 06820
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,204
Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- 1 Fireplace
- Holmes Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near public transit
- 4-minute walk to Woodland Park Nature Preserve
About This Home
As of April 2025Beautiful, fully-renovated colonial with a modern farmhouse style located on a quiet dead-end street, backing up to a 64 acre Woodland Park Nature Preserve within walking distance to schools. Enjoy the beautiful finishes with period charm, hardwood floors with walnut inlays, pocket doors and original brass/glass hardware. Chefs kitchen with high-end Bosch appliances, 10K Fisher Paykel gas stove, large 10' island to accommodate seating for four and gourmet food preparation with pantries galore. Step down from dual entry on either side of the kitchen into a wonderful lower family room with coffered ceilings & a wall of glass windows with fantastic views of the rear garden & the tranquil preserve. This room offers access to a large mudroom & fully renovated garage. Large front family room features enhanced ceiling details & access to the dining room and flex space for an office/playroom or kitchen extension having built-in buffet space & wine fridge. The second floor includes two bedrooms, a full bath plus a primary bedroom with a stunning ensuite renovated bath with Grohe shower kit, pocket doors, large custom walk-in closets & custom storage shelving. The third floor has a second primary bedroom with ensuite bath and ample storage. Updates include new roof (2024), landscaping (20), new interior & exterior paint, kitchen and baths (21), A/C (22), and high-end efficiency boiler (23).This meticulously maintained home won't last! Come see and fall in love with your next home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0818539 Listed on: 03/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,994
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Stone Wall
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned R13
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Clap Board Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,204 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- 1 Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Smart Thermostat
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
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
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
- Underground Utilities
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Public Transportation
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Refrigerator in Garage, Garage Shelving tow black units
- Assessor Parcel Number 105279
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2025
Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
Royce E Curtin T E and Royce Curtin
Bought by
Guzman Alma G and White Eric D
Seller's Agent
Katherine Geerer
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nikunj Gandhi
Equity Capital Real Estate
List Price
$2,450,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Views
45
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
$1,324
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.83%
Original Mortgage
$1,837,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,831,301
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$624,746
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 21, 2022
Sold by
Curtin Royce E
Bought by
Royce E Curtin Ret
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2018
Closed on
Feb 15, 2019
Sold by
Hammer Ronald
Bought by
Curtin Royce
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Gilbert
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$249,000
-16.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.97%
Original Mortgage
$937,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 4, 2014
Sold by
Hammer Leslie V
Bought by
Hammer Ronald
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 1992
Sold by
Spehar George and Spehar Susan
Bought by
Hammer Ronald and Hammer Leslie
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $2,450,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $2,450,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,250,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,250,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $435,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,837,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,837,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $918,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $937,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $186,700 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | Sold | $2,450,000 | 0.0% | $765 / Sq Ft |
| 03/25/2025 03/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | For Sale | $2,450,000 | +96.0% | $765 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2019 02/12/19 | Sold | $1,250,000 | -3.8% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2019 01/04/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/28/2018 11/28/18 | Price Changed | $1,299,000 | -7.1% | $405 / Sq Ft |
| 09/17/2018 09/17/18 | Price Changed | $1,399,000 | -6.7% | $437 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2018 04/17/18 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | -- | $468 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,908 | $1,156,820 | $766,780 | $390,040 |
| 2024 | $16,994 | $1,156,820 | $766,780 | $390,040 |
| 2023 | $14,849 | $843,220 | $511,140 | $332,080 |
| 2022 | $14,529 | $843,220 | $511,140 | $332,080 |
| 2021 | $14,200 | $843,220 | $511,140 | $332,080 |
| 2020 | $13,795 | $843,220 | $511,140 | $332,080 |
| 2019 | $13,888 | $843,220 | $511,140 | $332,080 |
| 2018 | $13,607 | $846,230 | $514,150 | $332,080 |
| 2017 | $13,675 | $846,230 | $514,150 | $332,080 |
| 2016 | $13,153 | $834,050 | $514,150 | $319,900 |
| 2015 | $12,803 | $834,050 | $514,150 | $319,900 |
| 2014 | $12,519 | $834,050 | $514,150 | $319,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Katherine Geerer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 204-0068
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Christine Fairchild
Coldwell Banker Realty
(203) 470-0489
1 in this area
129 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nikunj Gandhi
Equity Capital Real Estate
(203) 280-3838
7 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
E
Seller's Agent in 2019
Elizabeth Gilbert
Houlihan Lawrence
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Non Member
Non-Member
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 24074880
APN: DARI-000024-000000-000050
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