NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20 Buttonwood Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,611,000 - $3,456,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,716 Sq Ft
$860/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 21, 2017

Last sale price $2,290,000 $616 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,887/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Health Club
  • 1.25 Acre Lot
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Medical Services
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of April 2017

Custom windows, glass doors, and lots of them, allow for an abundance of light and stunning property views. This classic colonial is traditional on the outside yet young on the inside after an extensive and meticulous renovation. The gourmet kitchen is built for entertaining with Carrera counters, high-end appliances and duplicate ovens, dishwashers, sinks and cooling drawers. 5 BRs, 3.5 baths. Located in mature and highly desirable neighborhood on elegantly landscaped, level 1.2 acres. Just around the corner from Cherry Lawn Park, easy access to Merritt or 95, only 4 minutes by car to train and town.

Last Listed By

Liz Bacon

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0762714 Listed on: 02/24/2017

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,379

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 1.25 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,716 Sq Ft Home
  • Sound System
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Public Water Access
  • Deck
  • Terrace
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Power Generator
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Light Fixture over kitchen table. Family Room TV. Drapes negotiable.

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Public Transportation

Recreation

  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,379

Year Built

Built in 1945

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: 3716
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3716
  • Total Sq Ft: 3716
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Health Club, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Renovation completed in 2001: new HVAC system, siding, 1st floor hardwood floors, thermal windows, custom cabinetry, doors and hardware. Copper gutters. Generator. Sound system (Sonos) throughout first floor and outdoor terraces. Radiant floor heat i
  • Exclusions: Light Fixture over kitchen table. Family Room TV. Drapes negotiable.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3716
  • Directions: Brookside Ave or Mansfield Ave to Buttonwood Lane
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Floored, Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 20

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Shed, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Shake
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Water Community
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 742

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.2500
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed, Fence - Stone
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 17379
  • Total Assessed Value: 1102010
  • Mil Rate Base: 15.770
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.770
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103948

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
Feb 24, 2017
Closed on
Apr 24, 2017
Sold by
Mcallister Deirdre
Bought by
Desalvo Kathryn and Desalvo Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Liz Bacon
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
David Hawes
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,240,000
Sold Price
$2,290,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
2.23%
Total Days on Market
20
Current Estimated Value
$3,194,772

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$904,772
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.24%
Original Mortgage
$1,832,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,560,021
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,405,445

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 1991
Sold by
Straus John and Straus Diane
Bought by
Mcallister Dennis and Mcallister Deirdre

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
Desalvo Kathryn $2,290,000 --
Mcallister Dennis $685,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcallister Dennis $1,000,000
Open Mcallister Dennis $1,832,000
Previous Owner Mcallister Dennis $370,000
Previous Owner Mcallister Dennis $385,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2017 04/21/17 Sold $2,290,000 +2.2% $616 / Sq Ft
03/16/2017 03/16/17 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2017 02/24/17 For Sale $2,240,000 -- $603 / 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 $24,063 $1,638,070 $789,880 $848,190
2023 $22,073 $1,253,420 $564,200 $689,220
2022 $21,596 $1,253,420 $564,200 $689,220
2021 $21,108 $1,253,420 $564,200 $689,220
2020 $18,916 $1,156,260 $564,200 $592,060
2019 $19,044 $1,156,260 $564,200 $592,060
2018 $21,883 $1,360,870 $656,040 $704,830
2017 $17,808 $1,102,010 $656,040 $445,970
2016 $17,379 $1,102,010 $656,040 $445,970
2015 $16,916 $1,102,010 $656,040 $445,970
2014 $16,541 $1,102,010 $656,040 $445,970
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Liz Bacon

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 655-1418

    3 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Liz Bacon
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  • David Hawes

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    David Hawes

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 856-4775

    31 in this area

    41 Total Sales

    David Hawes
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  • Holly Hawes

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Holly Hawes

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 858-5538

    33 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Holly Hawes
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99172585

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000010-000000-000046

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

20 Buttonwood Ln, Darien, CT

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This home is located at 20 Buttonwood Ln, Darien, CT 06820 since 24 February 2017 and is currently estimated at $3,194,772, approximately $859 per square foot. This property was built in 1945. 20 Buttonwood Ln is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Ox Ridge Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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