NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2 Bishops Gate Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,439,000 - $4,064,000

5 Beds
6 Baths
6,245 Sq Ft
$607/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 08, 2013

Last sale price $2,312,500 $370 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,435/month

100 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Hindley Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of July 2013

LOCATED ON A CUL-DE-SAC CLOSE TO BEACHES, SHOPS AND SCHOOLS, THIS AUTHENTIC REPRODUCTION OF THE ORIGINAL CIRCA 1773 BISHOP FAMILY HOME WAS DESIGNED BY RENOWNED ARCHITECT LUCIO DI LEO OF RAI ARCHITECTS USING EXCEPTIONAL DETAIL, TOP-OF-THE-LINE MATERIALS, AND STATE-OF-THE-ART MECHANICALS. COMPLETED IN 2007, THE 5 RUMFORD FIREPLACES, WIDE PLANK FLOORS, AND EXTENSIVE TRIM DETAIL REMINDS ONE OF THE HISTORIC ROOTS OF THE ORIGINAL HOME AND BLEND SEAMLESSLY WITH THE VAULTED CEILINGS, GOURMET KITCHEN AND OPEN FLOOR PLAN THAT TODAY'S DISCERNING BUYER ENJOYS. WINE CELLAR/TASTING ROOM ON FIRST FLOOR. EXTRA FACT SHEET AND HISTORICAL INFORMATION AT HOUSE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Catherine Lawton

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0391574 Listed on: 02/06/2013

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Mehlhope

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0760145

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,469

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R-1/3

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Hindley Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: DRAPERIES & TV IN FAMILY ROOM

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,469

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5073
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 5073
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1172
  • Total Sq Ft: 6245
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: DRAPERIES & TV IN FAMILY ROOM
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5073
  • Directions: BOSTON POST RD. TO BISHOP'S GATE, #2
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: FIRST
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3400
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, On Cul-De-Sac
  • Zoning: R-1/3

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2012-June 2013
  • Property Tax: 19469
  • Total Assessed Value: 1535380
  • Mil Rate Total: 12.680
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2389409
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2012

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
Feb 6, 2013
Closed on
Jul 9, 2013
Sold by
Connelly Tr Mark A and Connelly Deborah L
Bought by
Cahill Thomas and Cahill Tracy
Seller's Agent
Catherine Lawton
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Megan Mehlhope
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,312,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$182,500
-7.31%
Current Estimated Value
$3,791,447

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,478,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Original Mortgage
$1,412,500
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2007
Sold by
Fernandez William
Bought by
Connelly Mark A and Connelly Deborah L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.14%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cahill Thomas $2,312,500 --
Connelly Mark A $2,430,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Connelly Mark A $1,412,500
Previous Owner Connelly Mark A $250,000
Previous Owner Connelly Mark A $1,000,000
Previous Owner Connelly Mark A $1,920,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2013 07/08/13 Sold $2,312,500 -7.3% $370 / Sq Ft
06/08/2013 06/08/13 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2013 02/06/13 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $400 / 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 $28,011 $1,809,500 $615,300 $1,194,200
2024 $26,582 $1,809,500 $615,300 $1,194,200
2023 $26,077 $1,480,780 $439,530 $1,041,250
2022 $25,514 $1,480,780 $439,530 $1,041,250
2021 $24,936 $1,480,780 $439,530 $1,041,250
2020 $24,181 $1,480,780 $439,530 $1,041,250
2019 $24,388 $1,480,780 $439,530 $1,041,250
2018 $23,334 $1,451,100 $493,360 $957,740
2017 $23,450 $1,451,100 $493,360 $957,740
2016 $22,884 $1,451,100 $493,360 $957,740
2015 $22,274 $1,451,100 $493,360 $957,740
2014 $21,781 $1,451,100 $493,360 $957,740
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Catherine Lawton

    Houlihan Lawrence

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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Megan Mehlhope

    Houlihan Lawrence

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99016332

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000045-000000-000031-000001

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

2 Bishops Gate Rd, Darien, CT

This home is located at 2 Bishops Gate Rd, Darien, CT 06820 since 06 February 2013 and is currently estimated at $3,791,447, approximately $607 per square foot. This property was built in 2005. 2 Bishops Gate Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Hindley Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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