NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Holmes Ave Darien, CT 06820

Darien Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,609,000 - $1,785,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,493 Sq Ft
$667/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 16, 2019

Last sale price $1,000,000 $401 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,375/month

121 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of September 2019

LOCATED IN A CONVENIENT SOUGHT-AFTER NEIGHBORHOOD, THIS UPDATED SPACIOUS THREE BEDROOM COLONIAL HAS GREAT FLOW AND HIGH CEILINGS WITH QUIET CHARM. THERE IS A LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE, SPACIOUS DINING ROOM OFF THE KITCHEN AND A COZY FAMILY ROOM. UPSTAIRS THE MASTER HAS ITS OWN MASTER BATH EN SUITE. THERE IS A FULL FINISHED BASEMENT WITH CUSTOM BUILT-INS FOR PLENTY OF STORAGE. ATTACHED TWO CAR GARAGE. CLOSE TO TRAIN, SHOPS AND SCHOOL.

Last Listed By

Kristin Nemec

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RCR.0795032 Listed on: 05/07/2019

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,148

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: ALL TV'S ELECTRONICS, GAS LOGS, ALL WINDOW TREATMENTS

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,148

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2185
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2185
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 308
  • Total Sq Ft: 2493
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park
  • Remarks Public Addendum: INCLUDED: PLAYSET
  • Exclusions: ALL TV'S ELECTRONICS, GAS LOGS, ALL WINDOW TREATMENTS
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: MIDDLESEX ROAD TO HOLMES AVENUE
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 159

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Grill, Gutters, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 10148
  • Total Assessed Value: 616140
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105451

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 7, 2019
Closed on
Sep 16, 2019
Sold by
Kuras Katherine and Kuras Michael
Bought by
Rafalski Sara and Rafalski Brendan
Seller's Agent
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Robert Marchesi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-16.32%
Total Days on Market
121
Current Estimated Value
$1,662,887

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$662,887
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.16%
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2008
Sold by
Tidd Nathan
Bought by
Kuras Michael T and Kuras Katherine A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$499,999
Interest Rate
5.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2006
Sold by
Datta Prabir and Ray-Datta Ishani
Bought by
Tidd Nathan and Tidd Ellen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 1993
Sold by
Gleason Mark and Gleason Nancy
Bought by
Datta Prabir and Ray Datta Ishani

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
Rafalski Sara $1,000,000 --
Kuras Michael T $940,000 --
Tidd Nathan $980,000 --
Datta Prabir $370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rafalski Sara H $200,000
Closed Rafalski Sara $50,000
Open Rafalski Sara $800,000
Previous Owner Datta Prabir $650,000
Previous Owner Datta Prabir $499,999
Previous Owner Datta Prabir $150,001
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/16/2019 09/16/19 Sold $1,000,000 -8.7% $401 / Sq Ft
09/05/2019 09/05/19 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2019 06/12/19 Price Changed $1,095,000 -8.4% $439 / Sq Ft
05/07/2019 05/07/19 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $479 / 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 $13,349 $908,740 $675,640 $233,100
2023 $11,617 $659,680 $450,450 $209,230
2022 $11,366 $659,680 $450,450 $209,230
2021 $11,109 $659,680 $450,450 $209,230
2020 $10,792 $659,680 $450,450 $209,230
2019 $10,148 $616,140 $450,450 $165,690
2018 $10,676 $663,950 $453,040 $210,910
2017 $10,729 $663,950 $453,040 $210,910
2016 $10,470 $663,950 $453,040 $210,910
2015 $10,192 $663,950 $453,040 $210,910
2014 $9,966 $663,950 $453,040 $210,910
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kristin Nemec

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Kristin Nemec

    William Pitt

    (203) 829-8998

    22 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Kristin Nemec
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Robert Marchesi

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (646) 265-2846

    65 in this area

    99 Total Sales

    Robert Marchesi
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170191858

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000025-000000-000047

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820 Darien

159 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT

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This home is located at 159 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT 06820 since 07 May 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,662,887, approximately $667 per square foot. This property was built in 1926. 159 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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