Seller's Agent in 2022
COURTNEY HAIDINGER
Houlihan Lawrence
(917) 375-0072
18 in this area
27 Total Sales
20 Whaling Rd Darien, CT 06820
Estimated Value: $3,558,000 - $4,731,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,446
Sq Ft
$899/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Access
- Heated In Ground Pool
- 1.06 Acre Lot
- Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of July 2022YOUR OWN PRIVATE OASIS TUCKED BACK IN PRESTIGIOUS SALEM STRAITS. SUN-FILLED AND SPACIOUS, 20 WHALING ROAD IS THE IDEAL CENTER HALL COLONIAL FEATURING 5 BEDROOMS, 4 1/2 BATHS, COZY 1ST FLOOR OFFICE W/ FIREPLACE, & A LARGE FAMILY ROOM & BONUS ROOM WITH VAULTED CEILINGS. THIS STUNNING PROPERTY HAS IT ALL WITH A HEATED IN-GROUND POOL & SPA, & LARGE DECK THAT IS GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING. BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPING & FOUNTAIN IN BACK TRULY MAKE THIS THE PERFECT PLACE TO CALL HOME AND RELAX. LARGE ATTIC ALLOWS FOR FUTURE EXPANSION. PRIVATE BEACH, DOCK & MOORINGS FOR USE BY RESIDENTS IN THE PRIVATE ASSOCIATION.
(PROPERTY ALSO HAS AN ELECTRIC DOG FENCE)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0793935 Listed on: 05/09/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,754
Year Built
- Built in 1966
Lot Details
- 1.06 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
HOA Fees
- $100 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Cedar Siding
- Shake Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,446 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Deck
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Spa
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Public Water Access
- Walking Distance to Water
- Deck
- Shed
Schools
- Tokeneke Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Circulator
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2012
Closed on
Jul 2, 2012
Sold by
Garofoli Joseph A and Garofoli Susan S
Bought by
Hopper Robert and Hopper Wendy
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Hess
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Lawton
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,450,000
Sold Price
$2,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,000
4.08%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,448,711
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.41%
Original Mortgage
$1,960,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,359,985
Interest Rate
3.78%
Estimated Equity
$2,638,726
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 1994
Sold by
Saalwachter Frederic and Saalwachter Kathleen
Bought by
Garofoli Joseph and Garofoli Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.93%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopper Robert | $2,550,000 | -- | |
| Garofoli Joseph | $1,050,000 | -- | |
| Hopper Robert | $2,550,000 | -- | |
| Garofoli Joseph | $1,050,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Garofoli Joseph | $1,960,000 | |
| Closed | Garofoli Joseph | $1,960,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Garofoli Joseph | $200,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2022 07/01/22 | Sold | $3,300,000 | +10.2% | $742 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/20/2022 05/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/11/2022 05/11/22 | For Sale | $2,995,000 | +17.5% | $674 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2012 06/29/12 | Sold | $2,550,000 | +4.1% | $531 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/01/2012 05/01/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/02/2012 04/02/12 | For Sale | $2,450,000 | -- | $510 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $27,484 | $1,775,480 | $791,000 | $984,480 |
| 2024 | $26,082 | $1,775,480 | $791,000 | $984,480 |
| 2023 | $25,885 | $1,469,930 | $659,190 | $810,740 |
| 2022 | $25,327 | $1,469,930 | $659,190 | $810,740 |
| 2021 | $24,754 | $1,469,930 | $659,190 | $810,740 |
| 2020 | $24,004 | $1,469,930 | $659,190 | $810,740 |
| 2019 | $24,210 | $1,469,930 | $659,190 | $810,740 |
| 2018 | $22,608 | $1,405,950 | $577,220 | $828,730 |
| 2017 | $22,720 | $1,405,950 | $577,220 | $828,730 |
| 2016 | $22,172 | $1,405,950 | $577,220 | $828,730 |
| 2015 | $21,581 | $1,405,950 | $577,220 | $828,730 |
| 2014 | $21,103 | $1,405,950 | $577,220 | $828,730 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
COURTNEY HAIDINGER
-
Stacy Book
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Stacy Book
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 858-6309
16 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Ingrid Hess
Seller's Agent in 2012
Ingrid Hess
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 722-2111
31 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Catherine Lawton
Houlihan Lawrence
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170486517
APN: DARI-000062-000000-000049
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