NOT LISTED FOR SALE

252 West Ave Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,456,000 - $2,777,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,200 Sq Ft
$622/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 04, 2016

Last sale price $1,440,000 $343 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,350/month

126 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Finished Attic
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • 5-minute walk to McGuane Field

About This Home

As of March 2016

This spacious five bedroom, four and a half bath Colonial, built in 2008, is convenient to town, train and all the wonderful amenities Darien has to offer. This home has it all featuring an open floor plan including family room, gourmet kitchen for easy living, plus an expansive master suite with full bath, four additional bedrooms, large third floor bonus/media room, finished basement possible gym and playroom, and the perfect backyard and deck for outdoor enjoyment all year long. The formal living room and dining room with coffered, up lit ceiling provide a perfect venue to entertain. All this and great curb appeal, don’t wait to make this home yours.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Moseley

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0750456 Listed on: 09/25/2015

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Michele Sacco

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0780459

Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,147

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1/5

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: WASHER/DRYER, CHANDELIERS IN DINING ROOM & KITCHEN, GARAGE REFRIGERATOR.

Community Details

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,147

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4200
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3874
  • Total Sq Ft: 4200
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Exclusions: WASHER/DRYER, CHANDELIERS IN DINING ROOM & KITCHEN, GARAGE REFRIGERATOR.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3874
  • Directions: NOROTON AVE. TO WEST AVE.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Finished, Heated, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd Floor
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3400
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Full, Fence - Privacy, Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: R-1/5

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: 14147
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 104968

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Royle
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2015
Closed on
Mar 7, 2016
Sold by
Forsyth Matthew and Forsyth Julie
Bought by
Harris Trevor and Zhang Caree
Seller's Agent
Lisa Moseley
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Michele Sacco
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-7.1%
Current Estimated Value
$2,612,732

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,172,732
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Original Mortgage
$1,152,000
Outstanding Balance
$916,622
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,696,110

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2009
Sold by
48 Hillside Llc
Bought by
Forsyth Matthew and Forsyth Julie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2007
Sold by
Burke Harry Steven and Hauser Olive Jean
Bought by
252 West Avenue Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2002
Sold by
Burke Harry Steven and Hauser Olive Jean
Bought by
Town Of Darien
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
Harris Trevor $1,440,000 --
Forsyth Matthew $1,300,000 --
252 West Avenue Llc $960,000 --
Town Of Darien $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Town Of Darien $1,152,000
Previous Owner Town Of Darien $962,000
Previous Owner Town Of Darien $1,020,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/04/2016 03/04/16 Sold $1,440,000 -7.1% $343 / Sq Ft
02/03/2016 02/03/16 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2015 09/25/15 For Sale $1,550,000 -- $369 / 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 $19,771 $1,277,220 $412,650 $864,570
2024 $18,762 $1,277,220 $412,650 $864,570
2023 $17,942 $1,018,850 $392,980 $625,870
2022 $17,555 $1,018,850 $392,980 $625,870
2021 $17,157 $1,018,850 $392,980 $625,870
2020 $16,668 $1,018,850 $392,980 $625,870
2019 $16,780 $1,018,850 $392,980 $625,870
2018 $14,820 $921,620 $305,410 $616,210
2017 $14,893 $921,620 $305,410 $616,210
2016 $14,534 $921,620 $305,410 $616,210
2015 $14,147 $921,620 $305,410 $616,210
2014 $13,834 $921,620 $305,410 $616,210
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99121253

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000021-000000-000008