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Seller's Agent in 2014
Janet Olmsted
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 655-1418
6 in this area
6 Total Sales
4 Cross Rd Darien, CT 06820
Estimated Value: $5,305,973 - $5,996,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
5,285
Sq Ft
$1,068/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Health Club
- Pool House
- 2.69 Acre Lot
- Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
- Waterfront
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of August 2014This elegant 1935 stone Frazier Peters home is located on 2.6 acres in a secluded corner of the Tokeneke Association. Two bluestone terraces, sweeping lawns and exquisite gardens extend to the lagoon. There is abundant bird life, mature plantings and marsh grasses surrounding a 20 x 45 foot swimmer's pool. The house features a front to back foyer, a gracious living room, formal dining room, sun room with cathedral ceiling, a family room off the large eat-in kitchen and five bedrooms. This is truly a unique property listed for the first time in over two decades. Separate pool house with full bath. Central air in kitchen, office, master bedroom and two other bedrooms. Auto safety cover for pool.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0509650 Listed on: 06/03/2013
Last Buyer's Agent
Barbara Busskohl
Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0091659
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $36,668
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- 2.69 Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Clap Board Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 5,285 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Awning
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Water Views
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Storage In Attic
- Walkup Attic
Pool
- Pool House
- Cabana
- In Ground Pool
- Fence Around Pool
- Gunite Pool
Outdoor Features
- Wetlands on Lot
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Tokeneke Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Zoned Cooling
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: wine cooler in garage
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include security service, taxes
Recreation
- Health Club
- Tennis Courts
- Community Playground
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 3, 2013
Closed on
Aug 7, 2014
Sold by
Hester Mary E
Bought by
Tierney Matthew S and Orange Dana E
Seller's Agent
Janet Olmsted
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Busskohl
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$3,795,000
Sold Price
$2,930,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$865,000
-22.79%
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
$2,712,993
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.97%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,412,285
Interest Rate
2.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$4,230,708
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 2014
Sold by
Hester Harris R
Bought by
Hester Mary E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 1990
Sold by
Sternk Warren
Bought by
Hester Harris
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierney Matthew S | $2,940,000 | -- | |
| Hester Mary E | -- | -- | |
| Hester Harris | $1,525,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hester Harris | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hester Harris | $800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hester Harris | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2014 08/07/14 | Sold | $2,930,000 | -22.8% | $554 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2014 07/08/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2013 06/03/13 | For Sale | $3,795,000 | -- | $718 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $48,827 | $3,154,200 | $1,780,170 | $1,374,030 |
| 2024 | $46,335 | $3,154,200 | $1,780,170 | $1,374,030 |
| 2023 | $42,936 | $2,438,170 | $1,318,660 | $1,119,510 |
| 2022 | $42,010 | $2,438,170 | $1,318,660 | $1,119,510 |
| 2021 | $41,059 | $2,438,170 | $1,318,660 | $1,119,510 |
| 2020 | $39,888 | $2,438,170 | $1,318,660 | $1,119,510 |
| 2019 | $40,157 | $2,438,170 | $1,318,660 | $1,119,510 |
| 2018 | $39,282 | $2,442,930 | $1,318,660 | $1,124,270 |
| 2017 | $39,478 | $2,442,930 | $1,318,660 | $1,124,270 |
| 2016 | $38,525 | $2,442,930 | $1,318,660 | $1,124,270 |
| 2015 | $37,499 | $2,442,930 | $1,318,660 | $1,124,270 |
| 2014 | $36,668 | $2,442,930 | $1,318,660 | $1,124,270 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Janet Olmsted
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Chris Merritt
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014
Chris Merritt
Brown Harris Stevens
(203) 655-1418
5 in this area
5 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Barbara Busskohl
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 99029893
APN: DARI-000065-000000-000008A
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