253 Middlesex Rd Darien, CT 06820
Darien Neighborhood
5
Beds
7.5
Baths
8,537
Sq Ft
1.05
Acres
Highlights
- Beach Access
- Health Club
- 1.05 Acre Lot
- Royle Elementary School Rated A
- Pool House
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of August 2024Built by master craftsman in 2007 by Doherty & Deleo this 5 bedroom stone and shingle style Colonial has it all. Some of the many amenities and features are numerous including seven and one half baths, six fireplaces, a grand two-story foyer, master suite, custom country kitchen, magnificent interior trim details, coffered ceiling, wainscot paneling, nine foot ceilings, formal living and dining rooms, family room, exercise and playroom, media room, pool and pool house, five car garages, generator, attached gazebo and expansive terrace areas. Room and space from fun to formal this home will amaze you.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $44,337
Year Built
- Built in 2007
Lot Details
- 1.05 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Many Trees
Parking
- 5 Car Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Ridge Vents on the Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 8,537 Sq Ft Home
- Central Vacuum
- Sound System
- 6 Fireplaces
- Thermal Windows
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Home Gym
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Walkup Attic
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Basement Storage
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
Pool
- Pool House
- Spa
- Gunite Pool
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Exterior Lighting
- Gazebo
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
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
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Radiant Heating System
- Power Generator
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier
Community Details
Recreation
- Health Club
- Community Playground
- Park
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Public Transportation
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2024
Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Liu Ft and Liu
Bought by
Hopkins Kristopher and Hopkins Renata
Seller's Agent
Taylor Tait
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Hanford
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$4,475,000
Sold Price
$4,398,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$77,000
-1.72%
Total Days on Market
17
Views
94
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
$390,762
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.69%
Original Mortgage
$3,078,600
Outstanding Balance
$3,054,801
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,733,961
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2023
Sold by
Liu Michael M
Bought by
Liu Ft and Shaw
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2014
Closed on
Aug 5, 2014
Sold by
Doherty John K and Doherty Allison R
Bought by
Liu Michael M and Shaw Lin J
Seller's Agent
Holly Hawes
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$3,825,000
Sold Price
$3,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-3.27%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.42%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
2%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 2007
Sold by
Deleo Thomas J and Deleo Janet L
Bought by
Doherty John K and Doherty Allison R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 1992
Sold by
Reiner Lawrence
Bought by
Deleo Janet
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $4,398,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $4,398,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,700,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,700,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $305,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $3,078,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $3,078,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2024 08/12/24 | Sold | $4,398,000 | -1.7% | $487 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2024 04/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2024 04/03/24 | For Sale | $4,475,000 | +20.9% | $495 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2014 08/04/14 | Sold | $3,700,000 | -3.3% | $433 / Sq Ft |
| 07/05/2014 07/05/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2014 05/20/14 | For Sale | $3,825,000 | -- | $448 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
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 | $44,328 | $3,017,560 | $772,660 | $2,244,900 |
| 2023 | $45,610 | $2,590,000 | $515,130 | $2,074,870 |
| 2022 | $44,626 | $2,590,000 | $515,130 | $2,074,870 |
| 2021 | $4,308 | $2,590,000 | $515,130 | $2,074,870 |
| 2020 | $4,416 | $2,590,000 | $515,130 | $2,074,870 |
| 2019 | $4,578 | $2,742,810 | $515,130 | $2,227,680 |
| 2018 | $42,773 | $2,660,000 | $568,400 | $2,091,600 |
| 2017 | $42,986 | $2,660,000 | $568,400 | $2,091,600 |
| 2016 | $41,948 | $2,660,000 | $568,400 | $2,091,600 |
| 2015 | $40,831 | $2,660,000 | $568,400 | $2,091,600 |
| 2014 | $44,337 | $2,953,860 | $568,400 | $2,385,460 |
Source: Public Records
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 99066064
APN: DARI-000009-000000-000064
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