$917,096
SOLD DEC 10, 2024

18 Catalpa Terrace Darien, CT 06820

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,102 Sq Ft
4,356 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$832 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Hindley Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Patio

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome home to 18 Catalpa Terrace. This Cape style charmer has enjoyed many new updates including new furnace, siding, windows, driveway, updated kitchen and bath. Situated on a quiet/private road that leads to the water. Enjoy the cozy fireplace, eat-in kitchen, seasonal water views from the primary bedroom and access to Holly Pond for kayaking or paddle-boarding. Conveniently located to Weed Beach, Pear Tree Beach, Noroton Heights train station, and the Darien YMCA. Darien Commons, only a short distance away, features many shops and restaurants. Fun fact...the last remaining Catalpa tree is in the front yard of #18. Highest & best Tuesday October 15th at 3pm to: Attorney Jeremy Kaye *List Agent for details

Last Agent to Sell the Property

COURTNEY HAIDINGER

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0793935 Listed on: 10/08/2024

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheree Frank

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0237215

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,661

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R 1/3

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,102 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Unfinished Attic

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Schools

  • Hindley Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near public transit

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Outdoor smoker, Pizza Oven, Traeger Griddle, Fireplace screen, grate and tools
  • Assessor Parcel Number 108288

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,661

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1102
  • Total Sq Ft: 1102
  • Year Built: 1936
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Public Transportation
  • Exclusions: Outdoor smoker, Pizza Oven, Traeger Griddle, Fireplace screen, grate and tools
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Post Road to Catalpa Terrace
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • Street Type: Terrace
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 18

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water Beach Rights Access
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Domestic, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Assess Description: no sewer assessment fee per Darien Tax Collector

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R 1/3
  • Parcel #: 108288

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 9661
  • Total Assessed Value: 657650
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.69

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 8, 2024
Closed on
Dec 4, 2024
Sold by
Weicker Gray G
Bought by
Ayoub Karen
Seller's Agent
COURTNEY HAIDINGER
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Sheree Frank
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$855,000
Sold Price
$917,096
Premium/Discount to List
$62,096
7.26%
Views
80
Current Estimated Value
$991,205

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,109
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$605,000
Outstanding Balance
$601,138
Interest Rate
6.54%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$362,448

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2017
Closed on
Apr 18, 2018
Sold by
Gromley Randal and Turek Diane
Bought by
Weicker Gray
Seller's Agent
Doug Werner
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
COURTNEY HAIDINGER
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$699,500
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,500
-12.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1997
Sold by
Daly James T
Bought by
Gromley Randal L and Turek Diane M
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 -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $615,000 --
Warranty Deed $210,000 --
Warranty Deed $615,000 --
Warranty Deed $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $605,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $605,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $575,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $294,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $288,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/10/2024 12/10/24 Sold $917,096 +7.3% $832 / Sq Ft
10/19/2024 10/19/24 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2024 10/11/24 For Sale $855,000 +39.0% $776 / Sq Ft
04/17/2018 04/17/18 Sold $615,000 -7.5% $560 / Sq Ft
12/01/2017 12/01/17 Price Changed $665,000 -4.9% $606 / Sq Ft
10/02/2017 10/02/17 For Sale $699,500 +13.7% $637 / Sq Ft
09/07/2017 09/07/17 Off Market $615,000 -- --
05/03/2017 05/03/17 Price Changed $699,500 -6.6% $637 / Sq Ft
04/05/2017 04/05/17 For Sale $749,000 0.0% $682 / Sq Ft
08/01/2013 08/01/13 Rented $2,950 0.0% --
07/02/2013 07/02/13 Under Contract -- -- --
06/15/2013 06/15/13 For Rent $2,950 -- --
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 $10,180 $657,650 $533,960 $123,690
2024 $9,661 $657,650 $533,960 $123,690
2023 $8,735 $496,020 $395,500 $100,520
2022 $8,546 $496,020 $395,500 $100,520
2021 $8,353 $496,020 $395,500 $100,520
2020 $8,115 $496,020 $395,500 $100,520
2019 $8,169 $496,020 $395,500 $100,520
2018 $7,419 $461,370 $377,090 $84,280
2017 $7,456 $461,370 $377,090 $84,280
2016 $7,276 $461,370 $377,090 $84,280
2015 $7,082 $461,370 $377,090 $84,280
2014 $6,925 $461,370 $377,090 $84,280
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24052130

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000054-000000-000008