NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,970,000 - $2,278,885

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,506 Sq Ft
$851/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2020

Last sale price $1,435,000 $573 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,298/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of May 2020

Completely renovated 4 Bedroom/2.5 bath colonial on one of Darien's most convenient and desirable cul-de-sacs. Custom built ins and a wood burning fireplace make the living room the perfect place to relax or entertain after enjoying a meal in the home's beautiful dining room. The open layout and high ceilings in the family room and kitchen are what every buyer dreams of. The spacious kitchen was recently renovated and features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a marble backsplash. The family room also offers a gas fireplace surrounded by built ins and French doors leading out to the beautifully manicured private backyard and stone patio. Downstairs you will also find a lovely home office, laundry room as well as a powder room. Upstairs are 3 large and bright bedrooms, a renovated bathroom and master bedroom with 2 large closets and an en suite bathroom. The home's finished basement offers the perfect space for a playroom, an additional office area and ample storage space. Minutes to the train, town, parks, schools and more! A must see!

Last Listed By

Stephanie Slatkow

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0805662 Listed on: 02/26/2020

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,816

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,506 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Basement

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

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Floor Furnace
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,816

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2506
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2506
  • Total Sq Ft: 2506
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: COLONY RD., #4
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Floored
  • Basement Description: Full, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2400
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac
  • Zoning: R12

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 12816
  • Total Assessed Value: 778120
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105072

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
Feb 26, 2020
Closed on
May 11, 2020
Sold by
Gehrke Jeremy P and Gehrke Meghan M
Bought by
Melrose Lauren P and Melrose Kevin A
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Slatkow
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Robin Kencel
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,435,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
2.57%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$2,132,221

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$697,221
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.65%
Original Mortgage
$1,290,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,158,012
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$1,120,900

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2016
Sold by
Rogers Timothy E
Bought by
Gehrke Jeremy P and Gehrke Meghan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,025,000
Interest Rate
2.63%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 1993
Sold by
Price Robert and Price Alice
Bought by
Rogers Timothy and Rogers Donna

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
Melrose Lauren P $1,435,000 None Available
Gehrke Jeremy P $1,375,000 --
Rogers Timothy $427,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Melrose Lauren P $200,000
Open Melrose Lauren P $1,290,000
Previous Owner Rogers Timothy $1,025,000
Previous Owner Rogers Timothy $300,000
Previous Owner Rogers Timothy $353,733
Previous Owner Rogers Timothy $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Sold $1,435,000 +2.6% $573 / Sq Ft
03/09/2020 03/09/20 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2020 02/26/20 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $558 / 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
2024 $17,037 $1,159,760 $790,370 $369,390
2023 $15,154 $860,510 $526,890 $333,620
2022 $14,827 $860,510 $526,890 $333,620
2021 $14,491 $860,510 $526,890 $333,620
2020 $12,707 $778,120 $526,890 $251,230
2019 $12,816 $778,120 $526,890 $251,230
2018 $14,413 $896,350 $577,570 $318,780
2017 $14,485 $896,350 $577,570 $318,780
2016 $14,135 $896,350 $577,570 $318,780
2015 $13,759 $896,350 $577,570 $318,780
2014 $13,454 $896,350 $577,570 $318,780
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170276013

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000023-000000-000112