Mary Kirby
Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
(877) 840-7773
21 Total Sales
4 in Darien
$1.1M - $2.8M Price Range
26 Searles Rd Darien, CT 06820
Darien AreaEstimated Value: $7,898,063 - $8,286,000
5
Beds
8
Baths
5,148
Sq Ft
$1,568/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Views
- Heated In Ground Pool
- 1.55 Acre Lot
- Beach Access
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of September 2023EXCEPTIONAL! ...HIGH QUALITY RENOVATION ON PRIME REAL ESTATE IN DARIEN'S PREMIER PRIVATE WATERFRONT ASSOCIATION...TOKENEKE. If you know Darien, then you know Tokeneke! Hundreds of acres of prime residential real estate, much of it situated on Long Island Sound, was envisioned & designed in the early 1900's to be a "park-like setting where well-to-do New Yorkers, artists, & writers gravitated, building beautiful summer & year round homes" This property, known as "Stone Harbour", is sited in a truly outstanding location on its own peninsula w/water access & views looking over the manicured grounds that extend to the South. This notable residence offers a fabulous floor plan & quality accoutrement designed to take full advantage of its location while affording its owner the benefits of luxury state of the art living. Completely renovated by Fletcher Development, every detail is perfection. The expanded new kitchen, designed by kitchen master Peter Deane, offers the latest in fine materials, craftsmanship, space allocation, top end appliances & outdoor access to a beautiful new IPE deck & salt water pool. The new Primary Suite was redesigned to accommodate easy access to new walk-in closets & dressing space as well as a gorgeous Primary Bath w/all the extras to enjoy as you lookout to the water or relax on your balcony. The den is perfectly situated w/ newly designed cabinetry & desks for study. Every bathroom is completely new w/top quality modernity. New systems (cont.)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0769662 Listed on: 04/01/2023
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $71,429
Year Built
- Built in 1901
Lot Details
- 1.55 Acre Lot
- Stone Wall
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $29 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Stone Frame
- Frame Construction
- Slate Roof
- Concrete Siding
- Stone Siding
- Stucco Exterior
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 5,148 Sq Ft Home
- Central Vacuum
- Built In Speakers
- Sound System
- 3 Fireplaces
- French Doors
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Concrete Flooring
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Compactor
- Instant Hot Water
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Storage In Attic
Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Smart Lights or Controls
- Smart Thermostat
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Deck
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Lighting
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Gunite Pool
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Balcony
- Deck
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Flood Zone Lot
- Property is near golf course and shops
Schools
- Tokeneke Elementary School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Propane
- 60+ Gallon Tank
- Fuel Tank Located in Ground
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include security service, snow removal, road maintenance
Security
- Security Service
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2023
Closed on
Aug 28, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Bruce Baker
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Randy Salvatore
RMS Real Estate Group
List Price
$7,500,000
Sold Price
$6,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,000,000
-13.33%
Views
315
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
$1,573,021
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.76%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 7, 2016
Closed on
Dec 18, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jane Glassmeyer
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$8,100,000
Sold Price
$5,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,600,000
-32.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.96%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Darien, CT
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Mary Kirby
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Hayes Hopple
Hayes Hopple
Julia B Fee Sothebys Int. Rlty
(551) 203-9552
39 Total Sales
1 in Darien
$1,695,000 Price
-
Richard Breglia
Richard Breglia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 252-9021
84 Total Sales
2 in Darien
$1.3M - $1.9M Price Range
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Todd Auslander
Todd Auslander
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
(475) 252-9282
202 Total Sales
1 in Darien
$1,125,000 Price
-
Andrei Balaj
Andrei Balaj
Higgins Group Real Estate
(475) 258-8006
54 Total Sales
1 in Darien
$751,212 Price
-
Hyleri Katzenberg
Hyleri Katzenberg
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(475) 889-7112
46 Total Sales
2 in Darien
$1.6M - $2.3M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $6,500,000 | None Available | ||
| $5,500,000 | -- | ||
| $2,800,000 | -- | ||
| $1,400,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $3,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2023 09/08/23 | Sold | $6,500,000 | -6.9% | $1,263 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/24/2023 07/24/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/17/2023 05/17/23 | Price Changed | $6,980,000 | -6.9% | $1,356 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2023 04/01/23 | For Sale | $7,500,000 | +36.4% | $1,457 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/17/2017 12/17/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/15/2017 12/15/17 | Sold | $5,500,000 | -8.3% | $1,000 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/29/2017 09/29/17 | Price Changed | $5,995,000 | -13.1% | $1,090 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/03/2017 04/03/17 | Price Changed | $6,900,000 | -14.8% | $1,255 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/07/2016 10/07/16 | For Sale | $8,100,000 | -- | $1,473 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $71,860 | $4,642,120 | $2,964,920 | $1,677,200 |
| 2024 | $68,193 | $4,642,120 | $2,964,920 | $1,677,200 |
| 2023 | $71,429 | $4,056,150 | $2,561,370 | $1,494,780 |
| 2022 | $69,887 | $4,056,150 | $2,561,370 | $1,494,780 |
| 2021 | $68,306 | $4,056,150 | $2,561,370 | $1,494,780 |
| 2020 | $66,359 | $4,056,150 | $2,561,370 | $1,494,780 |
| 2019 | $66,805 | $4,056,150 | $2,561,370 | $1,494,780 |
| 2018 | $67,139 | $4,175,290 | $2,528,750 | $1,646,540 |
| 2017 | $81,153 | $5,021,870 | $2,922,500 | $2,099,370 |
| 2016 | $79,195 | $5,021,870 | $2,922,500 | $2,099,370 |
| 2015 | $77,086 | $5,021,870 | $2,922,500 | $2,099,370 |
| 2014 | $53,949 | $3,594,220 | $1,623,300 | $1,970,920 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Bruce Baker
Seller's Agent in 2023
Bruce Baker
William Pitt
(203) 912-7061
33 Total Sales
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Randy Salvatore
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Randy Salvatore
RMS Real Estate Group
(203) 943-2834
1 Total Sale
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2017
Jane Glassmeyer
Brown Harris Stevens
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Janine Tienken
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 246-7518
114 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170555749
APN: DARI-000067-000000-000086
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