NOT LISTED FOR SALE

280 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,914,000 - $4,666,000

5 Beds
6 Baths
5,579 Sq Ft
$756/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 29, 2023

Last sale price $3,400,000 $609 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $25,778/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 1.25 Acre Lot
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of November 2023

This elegant and chic stone-and-clapboard colonial is perfectly sited on 1.25 private acres and features spectacular in-ground heated gunite pool, expansive rear bluestone terrace and pool deck, and 5,179 square feet of living space. Perfect for entertaining, the first floor includes a library with gas fireplace, living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, butlers pantry with wet bar, renovated breakfast room w/custom banquette, kitchen with marble-topped center island, family room with stone fireplace and custom built-ins, 2 half baths, as well as mudroom with two closets. On the second floor you will find 5 generously-sized bedrooms, including fabulous primary suite with vaulted ceiling, renovated master bath with steam shower & radiant heat floors, and his/her closets with custom California closet systems, as well as 3 additional full baths and large laundry room with sink, cabinetry, folding area and hanging rods for drying. Finished lower level adds 400 SF of play/office/gym space and dry storage, plus unfinished portion includes plentiful storage areas. Attached 2-car garage features coin vinyl flooring and electric car charging outlet. This house is a must-see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathleen Morgan

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0796313 Listed on: 09/09/2023

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Cora Lynch-O'Meara

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0803479

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,331

Year Built

  • Built in 1943

Lot Details

  • 1.25 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Awning
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Terrace
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • Property is near shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See attached exclusions/inclusions list
  • Assessor Parcel Number 103810

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,331

Year Built

Built in 1943

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5179
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Total Sq Ft: 5579
  • Year Built: 1943
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Exclusions: See attached exclusions/inclusions list
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5179
  • Directions: Middlesex Road to Hollow Tree Ridge Road.
  • Financing Used: Conventional ARM
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 5179
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 280

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Garden Area, Grill, Shed, Stone Wall, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated, Gunite
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Paved

Utilities

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

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.25
  • Lot Description: Open Lot Level Lot Lightly Wooded Fence - Full Fence - Electric Pet
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel #: 103810

Tax Info

  • Property Tax: 28331
  • Total Assessed Value: 1608810
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.61

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
Sep 9, 2023
Closed on
Nov 16, 2023
Sold by
Smith Heidi S
Bought by
Condon Brian and Condon Susan
Seller's Agent
Cathleen Morgan
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Cora Lynch-O'Meara
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$3,395,000
Sold Price
$3,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.15%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$4,216,641

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$816,641
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.30%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2019
Closed on
Jul 30, 2019
Sold by
Kaplan Jonathan and Kaplan Mary
Bought by
Smith Heidi
Seller's Agent
Cristina Veeder
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cathleen Morgan
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,695,000
Sold Price
$2,605,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$90,000
-3.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.33%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2013
Sold by
Ardery Peter B and Ardery Anne V
Bought by
Kaplan Jonathan A and Kaplan Mary C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,785,000
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2013
Sold by
Gogolak Katherine
Bought by
Andery Peter and Andery Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,785,000
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1992
Sold by
Lynn Bruce and Lynn Anne
Bought by
Ardery Peter and Ardery Anne
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
Condon Brian $3,400,000 None Available
Smith Heidi $2,605,000 --
Kaplan Jonathan A $2,550,000 --
Andery Peter $4,850,000 --
Ardery Peter $700,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Smith Heidi S $350,000
Previous Owner Smith Heidi S $1,976,000
Previous Owner Smith Heidi $2,000,000
Previous Owner Ardery Peter $1,700,000
Previous Owner Ardery Peter $1,785,000
Previous Owner Ardery Peter $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/29/2023 11/29/23 Sold $3,400,000 +0.1% $609 / Sq Ft
09/28/2023 09/28/23 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2023 09/09/23 For Sale $3,395,000 +30.3% $609 / Sq Ft
07/30/2019 07/30/19 Sold $2,605,000 -3.3% $467 / Sq Ft
07/28/2019 07/28/19 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2019 05/15/19 For Sale $2,695,000 -- $483 / 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 $34,162 $2,206,820 $987,770 $1,219,050
2024 $32,418 $2,206,820 $987,770 $1,219,050
2023 $28,331 $1,608,810 $639,660 $969,150
2022 $27,720 $1,608,810 $639,660 $969,150
2021 $27,092 $1,608,810 $639,660 $969,150
2020 $26,272 $1,608,810 $639,660 $969,150
2019 $1,003 $1,509,550 $639,660 $869,890
2018 $23,691 $1,473,290 $602,000 $871,290
2017 $23,808 $1,473,290 $602,000 $871,290
2016 $23,234 $1,473,290 $602,000 $871,290
2015 $22,615 $1,473,290 $602,000 $871,290
2014 $20,452 $1,362,550 $602,000 $760,550
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170593534

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000009-000000-000174