NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 Old Kings Hwy S Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,605,000 - $2,088,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,499 Sq Ft
$718/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 21, 2022

Last sale price $1,463,000 $585 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,602/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of June 2022

Move right into this beautifully renovated Colonial in a desired, convenient location close to town. Stunning, updated kitchen opens to dining room perfect for entertaining. Gracious family room with wood burning fireplace ideal for today’s living. Light filled study great for home office or 4th bedroom on the main floor. Sizable main bedroom with vaulted ceilings and renovated bath. Additional two bedrooms on the 2nd floor also with vaulted ceilings and full bath. Playroom/rec room and laundry room in finished basement, plus plenty of storage. French doors in kitchen and study lead to patios and landscaped back yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Deborah Hidy

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0790390 Listed on: 05/03/2022

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Tamara Hanford Hughes

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0791858

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,138

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R12

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,499 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Excludes main BR draperies, all rugs/carpets (except in basement), light fixtures in DR and in main/upper hallways, play set.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,138

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2499
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2499
  • Total Sq Ft: 2499
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Property line in front is stone wall. Please see survey at property.
  • Exclusions: Excludes main BR draperies, all rugs/carpets (except in basement), light fixtures in DR and in main/upper hallways, play set.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2499
  • Directions: Post Rd to 253 Old Kings Hwy South.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 253

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3800
  • Lot Description: N/A
  • Zoning: R12

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 10138
  • Total Assessed Value: 602000
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.840
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.840
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 107988

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2022
Closed on
Jun 17, 2022
Sold by
Monsif Christopher N and Monsif Moriah B
Bought by
Trombino Lucy and Trombino Christopher
Seller's Agent
Deborah Hidy
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Tamara Hanford Hughes
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,463,000
Premium/Discount to List
$113,000
8.37%
Current Estimated Value
$1,793,465

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$330,465
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.13%
Original Mortgage
$146,300
Outstanding Balance
$136,625
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$1,637,410

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2015
Closed on
Apr 20, 2016
Sold by
Henning Elise T
Bought by
Monsif Christopher N and Monsif Moriah B
Seller's Agent
Jason Kinard
BHGRE Shore & Country
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,030,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-13.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%
Original Mortgage
$875,000
Interest Rate
3.68%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2002
Sold by
Richards Anthony R and Richards Aimee T
Bought by
Henning Elise T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 1999
Sold by
Belbruno Robert and Casey Yolande
Bought by
Richards Anthony R and Richards Aimee T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 1995
Sold by
Schonborn W Alfredo
Bought by
Belbruno Robert and Casey Yolande
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Trombino Lucy -- None Available
Trombino Lucy -- None Available
Monsif Christopher N $103,000 --
Henning Elise T $652,000 --
Richards Anthony R $540,000 --
Belbruno Robert $410,000 --
Monsif Christopher N $103,000 --
Henning Elise T $652,000 --
Richards Anthony R $540,000 --
Belbruno Robert $410,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Trombino Lucy $146,300
Closed Trombino Lucy $146,300
Closed Trombino Christopher $146,300
Open Trombino Lucy $1,170,400
Closed Trombino Lucy $1,170,400
Previous Owner Monsif Christopher N $798,767
Previous Owner Schonbaon W Alfredo $875,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/21/2022 06/21/22 Sold $1,463,000 +8.4% $585 / Sq Ft
05/15/2022 05/15/22 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2022 05/03/22 For Sale $1,350,000 +31.1% $540 / Sq Ft
04/19/2016 04/19/16 Sold $1,030,000 -13.8% $412 / Sq Ft
03/20/2016 03/20/16 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2015 04/30/15 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $478 / 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 $12,547 $810,530 $449,890 $360,640
2024 $11,907 $810,530 $449,890 $360,640
2023 $10,601 $602,000 $321,370 $280,630
2022 $10,372 $602,000 $321,370 $280,630
2021 $10,138 $602,000 $321,370 $280,630
2020 $9,849 $602,000 $321,370 $280,630
2019 $9,347 $567,490 $321,370 $246,120
2018 $9,812 $610,190 $384,510 $225,680
2017 $4,512 $610,190 $384,510 $225,680
2016 $9,623 $610,190 $384,510 $225,680
2015 $9,366 $610,190 $384,510 $225,680
2014 $9,159 $610,190 $384,510 $225,680
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170487312

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000049-000000-000047