NOT LISTED FOR SALE

284 West Ave Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,204,000 - $1,378,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
$902/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 30, 2016

Last sale price $775,000 $554 Per Sq Ft

Est. 63% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,365/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Health Club
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Golf Course Community
  • 4-minute walk to McGuane Field

About This Home

As of June 2016

HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS 4/13/2016. Charming 3 BR, 2.5 BA Colonial Farmhouse set off street on tranquil double lot walking distance to Noroton train station, MMS, DHS and shopping. Large Living Room with stone wood burning fireplace extends to bright Sun Room via French doors and formal Dining Room off EIK with sliders to patio for dining al fresco. Bright, light Kitchen with custom cabinetry and granite counter tops. Formal front mudroom entry. Upper Master Suite with hardwood floors and full BA including newer shower. Two additional upper BRs share newly renovated BA with new shower and tub. Double lot not legally subdivided but extensive opportunities to expand. Must be seen to be experienced.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Littlefield

BHHS Darien/New Canaan License #RES.0784491 Listed on: 04/06/2016

BHHS Darien/New Canaan

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Sheftell

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0623980

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,173

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R15

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Frame
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Masonry
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See Inclusions/Exclusions

Community Details

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,173

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial, Farm House
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1400
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1292
  • Total Sq Ft: 1400
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: See Inclusions/Exclusions
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1292
  • Directions: West Avenue between Hollow Tree Ridge Road and Noroton Avenue
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: Main
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights, Walk to Water, Water Community
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Stone, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3400
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: R15

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: 6173
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 104984

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2016
Closed on
Jul 1, 2016
Sold by
Shepard Jay A and Shepard Courtney N
Bought by
Ball 3Rd Arthur E and Ball Genie N
Seller's Agent
Sara Littlefield
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Karen Sheftell
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,000
-5.37%
Current Estimated Value
$1,262,722

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$487,722
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.31%
Original Mortgage
$699,128
Outstanding Balance
$558,115
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$704,607

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2007
Sold by
Baatar Bold
Bought by
Shepard Jay A and Shepard Courtney N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$554,000
Interest Rate
6.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2004
Sold by
Morrison Kathleen
Bought by
Baatar Bold

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 1999
Sold by
Corcoran William D and Corcoran Kimberly A
Bought by
Morrison Kathleen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 1997
Sold by
Lareau Bradford J and Lareau Amy H
Bought by
Corcoran William D and Corcoran Kimberly A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 1992
Sold by
Domikis Victor
Bought by
Lareau Bradford and Lareau Amy
Source: Public Records

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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
Ball 3Rd Arthur E $775,000 --
Shepard Jay A $692,500 --
Baatar Bold $650,000 --
Morrison Kathleen $405,000 --
Corcoran William D $340,000 --
Lareau Bradford $205,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lareau Bradford $699,128
Previous Owner Lareau Bradford $84,850
Previous Owner Lareau Bradford $554,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2016 06/30/16 Sold $775,000 -5.4% $554 / Sq Ft
05/31/2016 05/31/16 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2016 04/06/16 For Sale $819,000 -- $585 / 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 $8,919 $576,170 $412,650 $163,520
2024 $8,464 $576,170 $412,650 $163,520
2023 $8,580 $487,200 $392,980 $94,220
2022 $8,394 $487,200 $392,980 $94,220
2021 $8,143 $483,560 $392,980 $90,580
2020 $7,897 $483,560 $392,980 $90,580
2019 $7,964 $483,560 $392,980 $90,580
2018 $6,467 $402,150 $305,410 $96,740
2017 $6,499 $402,150 $305,410 $96,740
2016 $6,342 $402,150 $305,410 $96,740
2015 $6,173 $402,150 $305,410 $96,740
2014 $6,036 $402,150 $305,410 $96,740
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99140776

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000022-000000-000022-000023