NOT LISTED FOR SALE

256 Brookside Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $4,403,000 - $4,642,000

6 Beds
6 Baths
6,000 Sq Ft
$753/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 03, 2017

Last sale price $3,790,000 $632 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $27,268/month

160 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Pool House
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Attic

About This Home

As of September 2017

Originally designed by Ed Wallace, this remarkable Connecticut colonial has been tastefully renovated and expanded, boasting every amenity and 2.1 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds in a desirable, private location. The main house includes six bedrooms plus four full and two half baths. A gourmet eat-in kitchen opens onto a light-filled family room with wood burning fireplace and views of the private backyard. Nestled among the lovely land and gardens are a guest house and stunning pool with pool house offering a spacious living area with a half bath and outdoor shower. The separate guest house includes a generous entertaining space, potting room, separate bedroom, and full bath. This is an opportunity to own a very special property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristin Nemec

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RCR.0795032 Listed on: 02/15/2017

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Cristina Veeder

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0786270

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,829

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Block Exterior
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Workshop
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: FOYER CHANDELIER, LR SCONCES ABOVE FIREPLACE, POOLHOUSE/INDOOR LIGHT FIXTURES, ALL ELECTRONICS &TV'S. NEGOTIABLE: WINDOW TREATMENTS

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,829

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6000
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4876
  • Total Sq Ft: 6000
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Remarks Public Addendum: NEGOTIABLE: WINDOW TREATMENTS
  • Exclusions: FOYER CHANDELIER, LR SCONCES ABOVE FIREPLACE, POOLHOUSE/INDOOR LIGHT FIXTURES, ALL ELECTRONICS &TV'S. NEGOTIABLE: WINDOW TREATMENTS
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4876
  • Directions: Post Road to Brookside Road #256
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 14
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: First
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 256

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Cabana, French Doors, Guest House, Hot Tub, Patio, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool, Pool House
  • Construction Description: Block, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.1000
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Fence - Stone
  • Zoning: R-2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 35829
  • Total Assessed Value: 2271990
  • Mil Rate Base: 15.770
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.770
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103012

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
Feb 15, 2017
Closed on
Sep 5, 2017
Sold by
Collier Charles and Collier Kristin
Bought by
Harrison Marie and Johnson Brett
Seller's Agent
Kristin Nemec
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$4,250,000
Sold Price
$3,790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$460,000
-10.82%
Current Estimated Value
$4,516,521

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$726,521
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.12%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,680,752
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,809,226

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2016
Sold by
Toohey Philip J
Bought by
Collier Charles and Collier Kristin H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2004
Sold by
Timbers Charlotte T
Bought by
Collier Charles D and Collier Kristin H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 1998
Sold by
Musicaro Tr John
Bought by
Venetos James S and Venetos Natalie M
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
Harrison Marie $3,790,000 --
Collier Charles -- --
Collier Charles D $1,050,128 --
Venetos James S $925,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Venetos James S $2,000,000
Previous Owner Venetos James S $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/03/2017 09/03/17 Sold $3,790,000 -4.1% $632 / Sq Ft
06/16/2017 06/16/17 Price Changed $3,950,000 -3.5% $658 / Sq Ft
03/30/2017 03/30/17 Price Changed $4,095,000 -3.6% $683 / Sq Ft
02/15/2017 02/15/17 For Sale $4,250,000 -- $708 / 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 $40,996 $2,648,310 $1,028,020 $1,620,290
2024 $38,904 $2,648,310 $1,028,020 $1,620,290
2023 $36,193 $2,055,270 $799,610 $1,255,660
2022 $35,412 $2,055,270 $799,610 $1,255,660
2021 $34,611 $2,055,270 $799,610 $1,255,660
2020 $33,624 $2,055,270 $799,610 $1,255,660
2019 $33,850 $2,055,270 $799,610 $1,255,660
2018 $38,440 $2,390,570 $856,730 $1,533,840
2017 $36,715 $2,271,990 $856,730 $1,415,260
2016 $35,829 $2,271,990 $856,730 $1,415,260
2015 $34,875 $2,271,990 $856,730 $1,415,260
2014 $34,103 $2,271,990 $856,730 $1,415,260
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99174218

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000004-000000-000026