$1,200,000
SOLD JAN 21, 2025

1714 Post Rd Darien, CT 06820

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,153 Sq Ft
0.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$557 Per Sq Ft

20% Below List Price

176 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Central Air
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of January 2025

Pristine home in the heart of Darien boasts three spacious bedrooms, an open eat-in kitchen with granite counters and a picturesque private backyard...all just a mile away from trains, shops and schools! Upon stepping onto the brick and fieldstone walkway, you'll be greeted by the inviting ambiance of this charming center hall Cape, surrounded by a meticulously maintained lawn and beautiful trees. Inside, the center foyer guides you to a generous family room featuring exposed wood beams and fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The formal dining room and renovated eat-in kitchen offer delightful views of the stone patio and tranquil backyard. The main bedroom is complete with a custom California closet and full bath, offering serene views of the backyard. Two additional bedrooms provide ample space, storage and abundant natural light. The walk-out lower level is a versatile area, featuring a mudroom space, playroom and office... adaptable to your needs. Located in the Tokeneke School District, this impeccably maintained and tastefully updated home truly has it all!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Deborah Hidy

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0790390 Listed on: 06/11/2024

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Stever

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0811569

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,028

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,153 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Front door knocker
  • Assessor Parcel Number 106865

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,028

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2153
  • Total Sq Ft: 2153
  • Year Built: 1958
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Exclusions: Front door knocker
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Post Rd to #1714.
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial, Heated, Storage, Liveable Space, Partial With Walk-Out
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage And Parking: None

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Other, Electric, Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.37
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial Lightly Wooded Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R13
  • Parcel #: 106865

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 9028

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2024
Closed on
Jan 13, 2025
Sold by
Cantavero Carlo and Cantavero Matilou
Bought by
Schoenthaler Grant and Erman Yanina
Seller's Agent
Deborah Hidy
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Stever
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-19.73%
Views
151
Current Estimated Value
$1,365,515

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$165,515
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.53%
Original Mortgage
$1,079,880
Outstanding Balance
$1,070,928
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$294,587

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2020
Sold by
Diamond Benjamin and Diamond Ashley
Bought by
Cantavero Carlo and Cantavero Marilou

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2016
Closed on
May 11, 2017
Sold by
Lippman Spencer
Bought by
Diamond Benjamin and Mccreath Ashley
Seller's Agent
Robert Callahan
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Caroline Hanley
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-6.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Original Mortgage
$636,150
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2013
Closed on
Jul 16, 2014
Sold by
Lawrence-Clark Ruth
Bought by
Lippman Spencer
Seller's Agent
Patty Hutchinson
Halstead Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Patty Hutchinson
Halstead Real Estate
List Price
$659,000
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-11.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2012
Sold by
Clark Peter B
Bought by
Lawrence-Clark Ruth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 1998
Sold by
Kirst Joan and Kirst Judy
Bought by
Clark Peter B and Lawrence-Clark Ruth
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,200,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,200,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $755,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $755,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $725,000 --
Warranty Deed $725,000 --
Warranty Deed $650,000 --
Warranty Deed $650,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $345,500 --
Warranty Deed $345,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,079,880 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $1,079,880 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $636,150 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/21/2025 01/21/25 Sold $1,200,000 -2.0% $557 / Sq Ft
12/04/2024 12/04/24 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Price Changed $1,225,000 -3.9% $569 / Sq Ft
07/21/2024 07/21/24 Price Changed $1,275,000 -7.3% $592 / Sq Ft
06/24/2024 06/24/24 Price Changed $1,375,000 -8.0% $639 / Sq Ft
06/11/2024 06/11/24 For Sale $1,495,000 +106.2% $694 / Sq Ft
05/10/2017 05/10/17 Sold $725,000 -2.7% $274 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/25/2017 04/25/17 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2017 01/30/17 Price Changed $745,000 -3.9% $282 / Sq Ft
10/06/2016 10/06/16 For Sale $775,000 +32.5% $293 / Sq Ft
07/15/2014 07/15/14 Sold $585,000 -11.2% $352 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/15/2014 06/15/14 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2013 08/30/13 For Sale $659,000 -- $396 / 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 $9,514 $614,600 $449,050 $165,550
2024 $9,028 $614,600 $449,050 $165,550
2023 $8,205 $465,920 $320,740 $145,180
2022 $8,028 $465,920 $320,740 $145,180
2021 $7,846 $465,920 $320,740 $145,180
2020 $7,622 $465,920 $320,740 $145,180
2019 $7,674 $465,920 $320,740 $145,180
2018 $6,725 $418,250 $300,440 $117,810
2017 $6,759 $418,250 $300,440 $117,810
2016 $6,596 $418,250 $300,440 $117,810
2015 $6,420 $418,250 $300,440 $117,810
2014 $6,278 $418,250 $300,440 $117,810
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24024824

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000041-000000-000150