NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2 Althea Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,650,000 - $3,303,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,593 Sq Ft
$862/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 28, 2022

Last sale price $2,200,000 $612 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,213/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic

About This Home

As of November 2022

ENJOY THE EASE, CONVENIENCE AND SIMPLICITY OF SINGLE STORY LIVING !... THIS MASTERPIECE HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED (DOWN TO THE STUDS) AND OFFERS A FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN...SUPERB CRAFTSMANSHIP...AND AMENITIES YOU WILL ABSOLUTELY LOVE. THE LOCATION IS PREMIER...THIS BEAUTIFUL 1.39 ACRE PROPERTY IS, SITED ONLY A STONE'S THROW FROM WEE BURN CC'S MAGNIFICENT FAIRWAYS, ON A PRIVATE LANE CUL-DE-SAC ONLY MINUTES FROM TOWN. As you enter, you will experience a sense of calm...enhanced by an abundance of natural light from the Living Room's 25' of glass doors that open to your private courtyard/gardens and out to a vast and beautiful back lawn. The Kitchen is incredible...512 Sq.Ft (27'x19') with 16'ceilings, beautiful custom cabinetry, top end appliances, 2 ovens, 2" Carrera center island with seating, wet bar and plenty of storage...all facing 20 feet of glass doors which open to terrace and lawn (great spot for outdoor grilling). The kitchen also opens to a stunning 540 Sq.Ft (27'X20") Atrium Family Room which features a 20 foot apex wainscot ceiling, and ship lap walls integrated with 3 sides of large glass windows including outdoor access to the courtyard and back lawn. In the courtyard amongst glorious floral plantings, you will see a custom designed gazebo ready for outdoor dining or just relaxation. The Primary Bedroom Suite includes a separate sitting room (or office), generous size bedroom with plenty of closet space, and a bathroom that is simply luxurious. All (cont.)

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bruce Baker

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0769662 Listed on: 09/18/2022

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Terri Terui

Corcoran Centric Realty License #RES.0813367

Corcoran Centric Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,462

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,593 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio
  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heat Pump System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Property is near a golf course

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,462

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3593
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3593
  • Total Sq Ft: 3593
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: 4 bedrooms have en-suite baths, radiant heated floors and very tasteful accoutrements ! The guest room has a private entrance and could also serve as an additional office, playroom or media space. All this...along with Darien's top ranked schools, wonderf
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3593
  • Directions: Middlesex Road To Hanson Lane To Althea Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Full Size Laundry Room/Storage
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gazebo, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Slab
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Split System, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump, Hot Air, Radiant, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Propane
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.3900
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 18462
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.230
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103405

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
Sep 18, 2022
Closed on
Nov 16, 2022
Sold by
Gilhooly Richard and Kenealy Gemma M
Bought by
Nishimura Hiromichi and Naruo Shoko
Seller's Agent
Bruce Baker
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Terri Terui
Corcoran Centric Realty
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
10.28%
Views
55
Current Estimated Value
$3,096,691

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$896,691
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.94%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 12, 2012
Closed on
May 2, 2013
Sold by
Silvan Tr Katherine G
Bought by
Gilhooly Richard and Kenealy Gemma M
Seller's Agent
Linda Lewis
Halstead Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Steel
Steel Real Estate Partners
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-18.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.50%
Original Mortgage
$880,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 12, 2012
Closed on
Mar 21, 2013
Sold by
Braunschweig John P and Braunschweig Carole K
Bought by
Braunschweig Tr August and Silvan Katherine G
Seller's Agent
Linda Lewis
Halstead Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Steel
Steel Real Estate Partners
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-18.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$880,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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
Nishimura Hiromichi $2,200,000 None Available
Gilhooly Richard $1,100,000 --
Braunschweig Tr August -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Braunschweig Tr August $1,136,000
Previous Owner Braunschweig Tr August $250,000
Previous Owner Braunschweig Tr August $220,000
Previous Owner Braunschweig Tr August $880,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/28/2022 11/28/22 Sold $2,200,000 +10.3% $612 / Sq Ft
10/03/2022 10/03/22 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2022 09/18/22 For Sale $1,995,000 +81.4% $555 / Sq Ft
04/29/2013 04/29/13 Sold $1,100,000 -18.5% $306 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/30/2013 03/30/13 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2012 11/12/12 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $376 / 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 $23,661 $1,528,520 $906,990 $621,530
2024 $22,454 $1,528,520 $906,990 $621,530
2023 $18,869 $1,071,490 $755,860 $315,630
2022 $18,462 $1,071,490 $755,860 $315,630
2021 $4,930 $1,071,490 $755,860 $315,630
2020 $17,530 $1,071,490 $755,860 $315,630
2019 $17,647 $1,071,490 $755,860 $315,630
2018 $21,411 $1,034,320 $647,850 $386,470
2017 $9,406 $1,034,320 $647,850 $386,470
2016 $16,271 $1,031,800 $647,850 $383,950
2015 $15,838 $1,031,800 $647,850 $383,950
2014 $15,487 $1,031,800 $647,850 $383,950
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170524024

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000007-000000-000006