$3,800,000
SOLD NOV 5, 2024

20 Leeuwarden Rd Darien, CT 06820

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,765 Sq Ft
1.15 Acres

Recently Sold

$797 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • 1.15 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of November 2024

This very special Georgian colonial is like new and boasts 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 ensuite plus 2 more full baths. The open floor plan allows a perfect flow from the kitchen to the dining area, to the living room to the patio and beyond. The chef's kitchen is the heart of the home and has a marble-topped center island, Wolf range, twin Subzero refrigerator and freezer, additional Subzero drawer icemaker and fridge. A sunny, window-lined open dining area leads to a large living room with fireplace. Adjacent to the kitchen, is a wet bar, sink, marble countertops, extra dishwasher and wine fridge with plenty of storage for glassware. A sitting room/study, library, office and custom mudroom are also located on the first floor. An open, tri-level center staircase leads to the second floor with a luxe primary bedroom suite which includes a private balcony overlooking the spacious, level and professionally landscaped yard, double walk-in closets, standalone tub, two sinks and large shower. A generous second story Media Room with vaulted ceiling and deck overlooks the yard. A second staircase leads upstairs to the media room and all the bedrooms as well. The third floor adds loads of extra storage. The lower level offers a recreation room and exercise room. Thoughtful details in this home include the gorgeous, custom millwork and wainscoting, marble and hardwood flooring and thick solid interior doors and hardware. Professionally designed and decorated.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathleen Granath

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0792727 Listed on: 07/31/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Barsanti

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0792122

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,635

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 1.15 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Georgian Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 4,765 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built In Speakers
  • Sound System
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sitting Room
  • Home Gym
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic
  • Partially Finished Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Circular Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Modified Wall Outlets

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Floor Furnace
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • 60 Gallon+ Oil Water Heater
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Primary Bedroom Drapes.
  • Assessor Parcel Number 105822

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,635

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Georgian Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4765
  • Total Sq Ft: 4765
  • Year Built: 1959
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Primary Bedroom Drapes.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Christie Hill Road to Leeuwarden Road.
  • Financing Used: Conventional Fixed
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Partially Finished, Floored, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Sump Pump, Cooled, Partially Finished, Liveable Space, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Humidifier, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Icemaker, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry Room located on 2nd floor.
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Built In Audio, Electric Outlet(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 20

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Balcony, Underground Utilities, Deck, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Hardie Board
  • Foundation Type: Brick
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Block, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Paved, Crushed Stone
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 65 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.15
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel #: 105822

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 26635
  • Total Assessed Value: 1813140
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.69

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
Jul 31, 2024
Closed on
Nov 5, 2024
Sold by
Thomas C Sulger T C and Thomas Sulger
Bought by
Horn Peyton
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Granath
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Amy Barsanti
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$3,750,000
Sold Price
$3,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
1.33%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$3,879,124

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$79,124
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.42%
Original Mortgage
$2,960,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,934,289
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$906,118

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2024
Sold by
Sulger Thomas C and Sulger Dana W
Bought by
Thomas C Sulger Ret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2002
Sold by
Cochrane Douglas G and Cochrane Evelyn M
Bought by
Sulger Thomas C and Sulger Dana W
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $3,800,000 None Available
Deed $3,800,000 None Available
Deed $3,800,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $1,310,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,310,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,960,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $2,960,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $580,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $594,400 No Value Available
Previous Owner $500,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/05/2024 11/05/24 Sold $3,800,000 +1.3% $797 / Sq Ft
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2024 07/31/24 For Sale $3,750,000 -- $787 / 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 $28,067 $1,813,140 $768,740 $1,044,400
2024 $26,635 $1,813,140 $768,740 $1,044,400
2023 $21,760 $1,235,640 $512,470 $723,170
2022 $21,290 $1,235,640 $512,470 $723,170
2021 $20,808 $1,235,640 $512,470 $723,170
2020 $20,215 $1,235,640 $512,470 $723,170
2019 $20,351 $1,235,640 $512,470 $723,170
2018 $23,157 $1,440,110 $549,080 $891,030
2017 $23,272 $1,440,110 $549,080 $891,030
2016 $22,711 $1,440,110 $549,080 $891,030
2015 $22,106 $1,440,110 $549,080 $891,030
2014 $21,616 $1,440,110 $549,080 $891,030
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24035865

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000029-000000-000101A