Seller's Agent in 2022
Gunnar Edelstein
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
(203) 722-2551
6 in this area
10 Total Sales
285 West Ave Darien, CT 06820
Estimated Value: $1,371,000 - $1,472,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,603
Sq Ft
$882/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Access
- 5-minute walk to Noroton Heights Station
- Property is near public transit and shops
- Holmes Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
About This Home
As of June 2022Beautifully renovated three bedroom, two bath Colonial style home located in a terrific location. Features include a bright eat in kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Pleasant Living Room with Formal Dining room and first floor Playroom/Office. Three bedrooms on second floor with a updated full bathroom. Convenient first floor laundry. Dry unfinished basement with work area and walk out to backyard. Recent fenced in yard with new landscaping and privacy trees. New Roof, Appliances, Floors, and updated utilities plus many more improvements complete this turn key home. Quick walk to Train, forthcoming Darien Commons shops, Equinox, and Middlesex School. Detached one car garage. Move in condition and start enjoying all that Darien has to offer: award winning school system, beautiful beaches on Long Island Sound, and an easy commute into the City.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Darien/New Canaan License #RES.0203154 Listed on: 04/13/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,092
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Property is zoned R15
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,603 Sq Ft Home
- Thermal Windows
- Mud Room
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Shared Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Holmes Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Programmable Thermostat
- 60+ Gallon Tank
- Hot Water Circulator
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Property is near public transit and shops
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Public Transportation
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: See inclusion/exclusion list.
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 13, 2022
Closed on
Jun 23, 2022
Sold by
Smith Courtney A and Grzyb Martin K
Bought by
Paul Helen M and Paul Cory
Seller's Agent
Gunnar Edelstein
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Linda Sweeny
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$979,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$171,000
17.47%
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
$264,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.93%
Original Mortgage
$862,500
Outstanding Balance
$819,721
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$594,279
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 22, 2016
Closed on
Apr 11, 2016
Sold by
285 West Avenue Llc
Bought by
Smith Courtney A and Grzyb Martin K
Seller's Agent
Jane Glassmeyer
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Gunnar Edelstein
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.88%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.99%
Original Mortgage
$601,450
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 27, 2015
Closed on
Oct 21, 2015
Sold by
Wolak Lisa R
Bought by
285 West Ave Llc
Seller's Agent
Sara Littlefield
BHHS Darien/New Canaan
Buyer's Agent
Jane Glassmeyer
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$204,000
-24.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2013
Sold by
Wolak Lisa R
Bought by
Wolak Tr Lisa R
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Helen M | $1,150,000 | None Available | |
| Smith Courtney A | $675,000 | -- | |
| 285 West Ave Llc | $615,000 | -- | |
| Wolak Tr Lisa R | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Paul Helen M | $862,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Wolak Tr Lisa R | $601,450 | |
| Previous Owner | Wolak Tr Lisa R | $420,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wolak Tr Lisa R | $130,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2022 06/23/22 | Sold | $1,150,000 | +17.5% | $717 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/21/2022 04/21/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/13/2022 04/13/22 | For Sale | $979,000 | 0.0% | $611 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2019 05/15/19 | Rented | $4,100 | -2.4% | -- | |
| 02/16/2019 02/16/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/05/2019 02/05/19 | For Rent | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/15/2016 04/15/16 | Sold | $675,000 | -2.9% | $421 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/16/2016 03/16/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/22/2016 01/22/16 | For Sale | $695,000 | +13.0% | $434 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/20/2015 10/20/15 | Sold | $615,000 | -24.9% | $384 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/20/2015 09/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/27/2015 05/27/15 | For Sale | $819,000 | -- | $511 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
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 | $8,817 | $569,590 | $367,080 | $202,510 |
| 2024 | $8,367 | $569,590 | $367,080 | $202,510 |
| 2023 | $8,462 | $480,550 | $349,580 | $130,970 |
| 2022 | $8,280 | $480,550 | $349,580 | $130,970 |
| 2021 | $8,092 | $480,550 | $349,580 | $130,970 |
| 2020 | $7,862 | $480,550 | $349,580 | $130,970 |
| 2019 | $7,915 | $480,550 | $349,580 | $130,970 |
| 2018 | $6,653 | $413,770 | $271,670 | $142,100 |
| 2017 | $6,687 | $413,770 | $271,670 | $142,100 |
| 2016 | $6,525 | $413,770 | $271,670 | $142,100 |
| 2015 | $6,171 | $402,010 | $271,670 | $130,340 |
| 2014 | $6,034 | $402,010 | $271,670 | $130,340 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Gunnar Edelstein
-
Linda Sweeny
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Linda Sweeny
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 434-4341
1 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Robert Marchesi
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Robert Marchesi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(646) 265-2846
48 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jane Glassmeyer
Brown Harris Stevens
-
Sara Littlefield
Seller's Agent in 2015
Sara Littlefield
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
(203) 253-3350
25 in this area
61 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170480805
APN: DARI-000075-000000-000009
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