NOT LISTED FOR SALE

384 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $4,266,000 - $4,673,000

6 Beds
7 Baths
5,703 Sq Ft
$778/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 08, 2024

Last sale price $4,070,000 $714 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $26,179/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 2.77 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of July 2024

Quintessential New England Stone Front Cape in Estate Setting.Beautifully updated and expanded on 2.77 acres, this six bedroom 5/2 bath home suits today's buyer's needs while maintaining its classic charm. Front to back living room with built-ins, custom paneled office with wet bar, renovated kitchen with marble counters, shiplap detail and stainless appliances, family room with stone fireplace, built-ins and three walls of windows, and the formal dining room all lead to the extensive stone patio and terrace with built-in grill, fireplace and stunning, heated, saltwater pool and spa.The primary suite with two walk-in closets and marble bath provides a lovely haven at day's end. Four additional bedrooms as well as three full baths, a laundry room and cozy reading nook with window seat and book cases can be reached by both the front and rear staircases. The large, first floor bedroom suite is tucked away allowing ultimate privacy for guests. The lower level includes a finished rec room as well as a workshop area and enormous amounts of storage. Steps from Wee Burn Country Club, the property is simply magical. Aside from the gorgeous tiered terrace and heated pool/spa, the large, flat lower lawn is flanked by mature trees and Land Trust Property ensuring your privacy. Walking distance to train, DHS, Middlesex Middle School and the newly developed Darien Commons.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathy Thomas

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0768642 Listed on: 03/06/2024

Houlihan Lawrence

Co-Listed By

Heather Hilleman

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0801116

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathryn DeSalvo

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0818319

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $34,616

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 2.77 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Gym
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Location

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See attached exclusion/inclusion sheet
  • Assessor Parcel Number 103741

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$34,616

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4926
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 777
  • Total Sq Ft: 5703
  • Year Built: 1946
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Public Transportation, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: See attached exclusion/inclusion sheet
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4926
  • Directions: Middlesex or Hanson to Hollow Tree near Wee Burn Country Club
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Second Floor
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Hot Tub, French Doors, Patio, Grill, Underground Utilities, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Stone, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle Metal
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected, Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.77
  • Lot Description: Fence - Wood Borders Open Space Dry Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R2
  • Parcel #: 103741

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 34616

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
Mar 6, 2024
Closed on
Jun 27, 2024
Sold by
Mathus David L and Mathus Elizabeth V
Bought by
Stroop Emma P and Stroop Brian C
Seller's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Kathryn DeSalvo
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$3,850,000
Sold Price
$4,070,000
Premium/Discount to List
$220,000
5.71%
Views
73
Current Estimated Value
$4,412,096

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$342,096
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.28%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2015
Sold by
Obrien Molly
Bought by
Mathus David L and Vanson-Mathus Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,800,000
Interest Rate
3.86%
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
Stroop Emma P $4,070,000 None Available
Mathus David L $3,500,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mathus David L $2,800,000
Previous Owner Mathus David L $350,000
Previous Owner Mathus David L $475,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Sold $4,070,000 +5.7% $714 / Sq Ft
03/15/2024 03/15/24 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2024 03/06/24 For Sale $3,850,000 -- $675 / 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 $36,477 $2,356,410 $1,312,010 $1,044,400
2024 $34,616 $2,356,410 $1,312,010 $1,044,400
2023 $28,674 $1,628,270 $874,650 $753,620
2022 $28,055 $1,628,270 $874,650 $753,620
2021 $27,420 $1,628,270 $874,650 $753,620
2020 $26,638 $1,628,270 $874,650 $753,620
2019 $26,818 $1,628,270 $874,650 $753,620
2018 $27,918 $1,736,210 $937,160 $799,050
2017 $28,057 $1,736,210 $937,160 $799,050
2016 $26,201 $1,661,450 $937,160 $724,290
2015 $25,503 $1,661,450 $937,160 $724,290
2014 $24,938 $1,661,450 $937,160 $724,290
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170624248

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000009-000000-000117