NOT LISTED FOR SALE

385 West Ave Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,519,600 - $1,787,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,368 Sq Ft
$689/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 29, 2022

Last sale price $1,220,000 $515 Per Sq Ft

Est. 34% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,422/month

149 Days on Market

Highlights

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Property is near public transit
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Attic

About This Home

As of November 2022

55 minutes to NYC, walk or drive less than 5-minutes to 3 train stations (Noroton Heights, Darien & Glenbrook)! Less than 10 minutes from 2 fabulous town beaches for fishing, boating, or playing in the sand! Hike Darien's Woodland Park, 65 acres of nature trails & streams directly across from your long private driveway! 385 West is close to everything yet offers privacy tucked away on .42 acres. 5-6 beds, 3 full baths and 1 half. Upper level has an ideal open-concept living-dining room, updated kitchen w/ SS appliances, custom cabinets, & granite counters. Primary suite is separate from add'l 3 bedrooms & includes an attached 8 X 15 ft dressing room w/ half bath. Lower level has a huge family room w/ exposed brick fireplace & separate entrance that opens to a large, fenced backyard. The 5th bedroom downstairs is across from a full bath & perfect for family/guests (or great for an au pair suite). New windows along the rear of the house. Lots of storage, 2+ car garage w/ space for a 3rd car or workbench & tons of parking. Just 5 minutes to all the new restaurants coming to the new Darien Commons & Corbin District! All Less than 40 miles to NYC!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Becky Munro

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0771274 Listed on: 05/17/2022

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Eva Preuss

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0787132

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,071

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 0.42 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,368 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Washer
  • Gas Dryer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

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
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Wetlands on Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,071

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton Heights
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2368
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2368
  • Total Sq Ft: 2368
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2368
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/11/2022
  • Directions: On West Avenue directly across from Woodland Park.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Lower Level, separate room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Brick, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: 30 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4200
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Fence - Partial
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 10071
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.230
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 107934

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
May 17, 2022
Closed on
Nov 17, 2022
Sold by
Schnakenberg Eugenia
Bought by
Boswell Lauren and Persaud Devendra
Seller's Agent
Becky Munro
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Eva Preuss
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,220,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$280,000
-18.67%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$1,630,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$410,900
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.20%
Original Mortgage
$120,780
Outstanding Balance
$117,035
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$1,513,865

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2013
Closed on
Sep 13, 2013
Sold by
Japon Julius
Bought by
Schnakenberg Eric
Seller's Agent
Vikktoria Cooper
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Becky Munro
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-1.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.61%
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
Boswell Lauren $1,220,000 None Available
Boswell Lauren $1,220,000 None Available
Schnakenberg Eric $880,000 --
Schnakenberg Eric $880,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Boswell Lauren $120,780
Closed Boswell Lauren $120,780
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/29/2022 11/29/22 Sold $1,220,000 -4.3% $515 / Sq Ft
10/13/2022 10/13/22 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2022 09/14/22 Price Changed $1,275,000 -6.6% $538 / Sq Ft
07/12/2022 07/12/22 Price Changed $1,365,000 -9.0% $576 / Sq Ft
05/17/2022 05/17/22 For Sale $1,500,000 +70.5% $633 / Sq Ft
09/12/2013 09/12/13 Sold $880,000 -1.7% $372 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/13/2013 08/13/13 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2013 07/25/13 For Sale $895,000 -- $378 / 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 $10,414 $672,770 $424,970 $247,800
2024 $9,883 $672,770 $424,970 $247,800
2023 $10,314 $585,690 $404,740 $180,950
2022 $10,071 $584,500 $404,740 $179,760
2021 $9,843 $584,500 $404,740 $179,760
2020 $9,562 $584,500 $404,740 $179,760
2019 $3,991 $584,500 $404,740 $179,760
2018 $8,560 $532,350 $314,510 $217,840
2017 $3,954 $532,350 $314,510 $217,840
2016 $8,395 $532,350 $314,510 $217,840
2015 $8,172 $532,350 $314,510 $217,840
2014 $7,991 $532,350 $314,510 $217,840
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170486298

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000048-000000-000092