$3,548,000
SOLD DEC 13, 2024

28 Rocaton Rd Darien, CT 06820

5 Beds
5 Baths
4,490 Sq Ft
0.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$790 Per Sq Ft

18% Above List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to a perfect blend of warmth, elegance, and modern sophistication. Nestled on a private road in a coveted neighborhood in Darien, this 4,500-square-foot home is an entertainer's paradise, offering both inviting coziness and refined luxury. The beautifully landscaped half-acre lot boasts lush hydrangeas, mature trees, a bluestone patio with outdoor dining, fire pit, and a welcoming front porch-creating an ideal outdoor haven. Inside, the seamless flow of formal living spaces is perfect for hosting holidays and gatherings. The eat-in kitchen, c.omplete with a large center island, opens to a spacious family room with fireplace, dedicated office, and additional flexible space, perfect for playroom, craft room, or second office. A light-filled sunroom, with radiant-heated floors provides direct access to the back patio, offering pure serenity for quiet moments. A generous mudroom provides ample storage for everyone. Upstairs, you'll find five well-proportioned bedrooms, including a stunning primary suite. This luxurious retreat features its own private roof deck, two walk-in closets, and a spa-like bathroom with a steam shower and freestanding tub. Rounding out the second floor is a laundry room and spacious bonus room perfect for a home gym, media room or additional guest suite. This home is more than just a residence-it's a lifestyle. Perfectly situated steps from town and train for ultimate convenience, yet also offers a private sanctuary where you can truly unwind.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Genevieve Schettino

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0818085 Listed on: 09/25/2024

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Co-Listed By

Amanda Davenport

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0795699

Last Buyer's Agent

Nancy Peter

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0761387

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,583

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R12

HOA Fees

  • $58 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,490 Sq Ft Home
  • Built In Speakers
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access

Schools

  • Royle 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 Garage

Community Details

  • Association fees include snow removal, road maintenance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 104588

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,583

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$58 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4490
  • Total Sq Ft: 4490
  • Year Built: 1950
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Directions: Leroy to Rocaton
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 4490
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Built In Audio
  • Street Number Modifier: 28

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 700
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R12
  • Parcel #: 104588

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 24583
  • Total Assessed Value: 1673420
  • Mil Rate Total: 14.69

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, 2024
Closed on
Dec 10, 2024
Sold by
Robertson Scott D and Robertson Michelle
Bought by
Montero Edward G and Montero Sharon O
Seller's Agent
Genevieve Schettino
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Peter
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,995,000
Sold Price
$3,548,000
Premium/Discount to List
$553,000
18.46%
Views
58
Current Estimated Value
$3,683,641

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$135,641
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.12%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 22, 2012
Closed on
Jul 3, 2012
Sold by
Felske Roger L and Felske Colleen C
Bought by
Robertson Scott D and Robertson Michelle
Seller's Agent
Chichi Mayhew
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,195,000
Sold Price
$2,195,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,499,900
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2002
Sold by
Killoran Robert J and Killoran Dorothy M
Bought by
Felske Roger L and Felske Colleen C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$830,000
Interest Rate
6%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $3,548,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $3,548,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $2,195,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,075,000 --
Warranty Deed $2,195,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,075,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,499,900 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $830,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/13/2024 12/13/24 Sold $3,548,000 +18.5% $790 / Sq Ft
10/05/2024 10/05/24 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2024 09/25/24 For Sale $2,995,000 +36.4% $667 / Sq Ft
07/02/2012 07/02/12 Sold $2,195,000 0.0% $474 / Sq Ft
03/27/2012 03/27/12 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2012 03/22/12 For Sale $2,195,000 -- $474 / 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 $25,905 $1,673,420 $749,700 $923,720
2024 $24,583 $1,673,420 $749,700 $923,720
2023 $22,647 $1,286,040 $535,500 $750,540
2022 $22,158 $1,286,040 $535,500 $750,540
2021 $21,657 $1,286,040 $535,500 $750,540
2020 $21,040 $1,286,040 $535,500 $750,540
2019 $21,181 $1,286,040 $535,500 $750,540
2018 $0 $1,334,480 $518,840 $815,640
2017 $21,565 $1,334,480 $518,840 $815,640
2016 $21,045 $1,334,480 $518,840 $815,640
2015 $20,484 $1,334,480 $518,840 $815,640
2014 $20,031 $1,334,480 $518,840 $815,640
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24048589

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000018-000000-000041