NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18 Chestnut St Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,188,000 - $1,296,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,419 Sq Ft
$874/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 14, 2020

Last sale price $825,000 $581 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,196/month

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit and shops
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A+
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of December 2020

This charming vintage colonial farmhouse is convenient to everything Darien has to offer! A short stroll to Noroton Heights train station, shops and park as well as the Blue Ribbon middle school and Darien High School. High ceilings and living room with a cozy wood burning fireplace. Entertaining is easy in the spacious light filled dining room with plenty of built-in storage. The open kitchen and sunroom is delightful featuring a vaulted ceiling, French door and large windows facing the sprawling yard. Grow vegetables in the raised garden and play lawn games under the idyllic maple tree. Three bedrooms and two full baths complete this charming home. Relax on the front porch or rear deck and let your mind wander. There is potential for expansion on this level one-third acre. Additional storage is located in the detached two-car garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Fitzpatrick

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0801721 Listed on: 10/09/2020

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Ingrid Hess

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0795800

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,896

Year Built

  • Built in 1897

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,419 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Hatchway
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit and shops

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,896

Year Built

Built in 1897

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1419
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1419
  • Total Sq Ft: 1419
  • Year Built: 1897
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Noroton Avenue or Fairfield Avenue to Chestnut Street
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Hatchway Access, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Finished Room on lower level
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Garden Area, Gutters, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 30 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 7896
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 104802

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2020
Closed on
Dec 7, 2020
Sold by
Pagani Mateo and Deshaies Emily L
Bought by
Vandegraaf Mary and Vandegraaf Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Laura Fitzpatrick
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Ingrid Hess
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$765,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
7.84%
Current Estimated Value
$1,239,557

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$414,557
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.06%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$587,597
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$651,960

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 19, 2019
Closed on
Jun 14, 2019
Sold by
Detroy Thomas and Zavitz Cherie
Bought by
Deshaies Emily and Pagani Mateo
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Brook
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Laura Fitzpatrick
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$689,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.52%
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2002
Sold by
Collett Lucy A
Bought by
Detroy Thomas M and Zavitz Cherie R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 1994
Sold by
Sykes Anthony and Sykes Nancy
Bought by
Collett Lucy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1987
Sold by
Sheridan Margaret
Bought by
Sykes Anthony
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Vandegraaf Mary $825,000 None Available
Deshaies Emily $675,000 --
Detroy Thomas M $499,000 --
Collett Lucy $272,750 --
Sykes Anthony $285,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vandegraaf Mary $660,000
Previous Owner Deshaies Emily $540,000
Previous Owner Sykes Anthony $150,000
Previous Owner Sykes Anthony $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Sold $825,000 +7.8% $581 / Sq Ft
12/04/2020 12/04/20 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2020 10/09/20 For Sale $765,000 +13.3% $539 / Sq Ft
06/24/2019 06/24/19 Sold $675,000 -2.0% $476 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Pending -- -- --
04/19/2019 04/19/19 For Sale $689,000 -- $486 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $8,948 $578,060 $406,490 $171,570
2024 $8,492 $578,060 $406,490 $171,570
2023 $8,499 $482,650 $387,100 $95,550
2022 $8,316 $482,650 $387,100 $95,550
2021 $8,128 $482,650 $387,100 $95,550
2020 $7,896 $482,650 $387,100 $95,550
2019 $7,949 $482,650 $387,100 $95,550
2018 $6,795 $422,590 $319,620 $102,970
2017 $6,829 $422,590 $319,620 $102,970
2016 $6,664 $422,590 $319,620 $102,970
2015 $6,487 $422,590 $319,620 $102,970
2014 $6,343 $422,590 $319,620 $102,970
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170345229

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000020-000000-000063

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