NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18 Ridge Acres Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,046,000 - $1,958,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,933 Sq Ft
$837/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,250,000 $647 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,385/month

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Terrace
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2020

Enchanting stone beauty designed by the noted 1930s architect, Fraser Peters. With style, charm, and grace, this is the first time on the market in 50 years. The WOW factor begins as you drive into the desirable Ridge Acres community and first see this beautiful house, property and gardens. Dramatic cathedral height Great Room with stone fireplace, handsome engaged ceiling timbers and very special second floor balcony. Enjoy the wonderful garden views from the spacious family room. And take delight in dining in the most charming garden breakfast room. New roof, new heating system, new hot water, new generator. This is a very special offering at a very special value.

Last Listed By

Rita Kirby

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0766547 Listed on: 03/13/2020

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,512

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 0.96 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Stone Frame
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,933 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace
  • Porch

Schools

  • Ox Ridge Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,512

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1933
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1933
  • Total Sq Ft: 1933
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Remarks Public Addendum: CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING ENTIRE FIRST FLOOR. NOT ON SECOND
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: North on Brookside Road, right onto Ridge Acres Road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 18

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Porch, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Stone
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.9600
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 13512
  • Total Assessed Value: 820400
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103062

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ox Ridge
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2020
Closed on
May 18, 2020
Sold by
Bailey Judith R and Bailey Judith
Bought by
Jokinen Eric A and Jokinen Deborah L
Seller's Agent
Rita Kirby
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Davenport
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
4.6%
Total Days on Market
59
Current Estimated Value
$1,617,922

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$367,922
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$897,683
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$720,239

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 1972
Bought by
Bailey Judith R and Hain Kimberly T

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Jokinen Eric A $625,000 None Available
Jokinen Eric A $625,000 None Available
Bailey Judith R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jokinen Eric A $1,000,000
Closed Jokinen Eric A $1,000,000
Previous Owner Bailey Judith R $125,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2020 05/21/20 Sold $1,250,000 +4.6% $647 / Sq Ft
05/11/2020 05/11/20 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2020 05/11/20 For Sale $1,195,000 -4.4% $618 / Sq Ft
03/25/2020 03/25/20 Off Market $1,250,000 -- --
03/13/2020 03/13/20 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $618 / 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 $15,949 $1,085,700 $622,440 $463,260
2023 $14,601 $829,150 $518,700 $310,450
2022 $14,286 $829,150 $518,700 $310,450
2021 $13,963 $829,150 $518,700 $310,450
2020 $13,422 $820,400 $518,700 $301,700
2019 $13,512 $820,400 $518,700 $301,700
2018 $16,505 $1,026,410 $534,240 $492,170
2017 $16,587 $1,026,410 $534,240 $492,170
2016 $16,186 $1,026,410 $534,240 $492,170
2015 $15,755 $1,026,410 $534,240 $492,170
2014 $15,406 $1,026,410 $534,240 $492,170
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170281228

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000004-000000-000062