NOT LISTED FOR SALE

40 Birch Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,857,000 - $3,316,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,914 Sq Ft
$774/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 24, 2023

Last sale price $2,500,000 $639 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,048/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Pool House
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of July 2023

Gracious center hall colonial perfectly sited on 1.37 acres in the heart of Darien. The very private backyard features a stunning pool, a flagstone terrace and a charming guest cottage which was fully renovated in 2008 and provides approximately 440 SF with an additional bedroom and full bath. The 4 bedroom, 3 and 1/2 bath main house has been beautifully maintained and freshly painted throughout. It has a lovely formal dining room, spacious living room with fireplace, light bright sunroom, office, and kitchen that opens to a large family room with vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace and French doors overlooking the pool. This home is truly a treasure in a sought after neighborhood convenient to Cherry Lawn Park, downtown Darien, shops and train.

Last Listed By

Janet Olmsted

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0509650 Listed on: 03/31/2023

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,203

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,914 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Heated In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Property is near a golf course

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: window treatments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,203

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3914
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3914
  • Total Sq Ft: 3914
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: window treatments
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3914
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 06/26/2023
  • Directions: Brookside to Birch
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Partial
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 40

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Guest House, Gutters, Patio, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, In Ground Pool, Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Hot Water, Radiant, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric, Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.3700
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: 24203
  • Total Assessed Value: 1374380
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.610
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.610
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103091

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 31, 2023
Closed on
Jul 24, 2023
Sold by
Gogolak Peter and Gogolak Katherine S
Bought by
Joyce Sean and Joyce Aynsley
Seller's Agent
Janet Olmsted
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
John Bainton
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,725,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$225,000
-8.26%
Total Days on Market
54
Views
180
Current Estimated Value
$3,027,520

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$527,520
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.97%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,956,281
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,071,239

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
Jul 20, 2021
Sold by
Wilcox Kyle L
Bought by
Gogolak Katherine S and Gogolak Peter
Seller's Agent
Pamela Huber
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Chris Merritt
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-2.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2006
Sold by
Young Melinda L
Bought by
Wilcox Kyle L

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Joyce Sean $2,500,000 None Available
Gogolak Katherine S $2,425,000 None Available
Wilcox Kyle L $2,375,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Joyce Sean $2,000,000
Previous Owner Young Kenneth $1,235,000
Previous Owner Young Kenneth $352,000
Previous Owner Young Kenneth $406,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2023 07/24/23 Sold $2,500,000 -4.8% $639 / Sq Ft
05/24/2023 05/24/23 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2023 05/01/23 Price Changed $2,625,000 -3.7% $671 / Sq Ft
03/31/2023 03/31/23 For Sale $2,725,000 +12.4% $696 / Sq Ft
07/22/2021 07/22/21 Sold $2,425,000 -2.8% $620 / Sq Ft
06/11/2021 06/11/21 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2021 05/12/21 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $637 / 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 $25,206 $1,715,840 $979,930 $735,910
2023 $24,203 $1,374,380 $699,930 $674,450
2022 $23,681 $1,374,380 $699,930 $674,450
2021 $23,145 $1,374,380 $699,930 $674,450
2020 $22,485 $1,374,380 $699,930 $674,450
2019 $49,452 $1,374,380 $699,930 $674,450
2018 $22,320 $1,388,030 $678,160 $709,870
2017 $22,431 $1,388,030 $678,160 $709,870
2016 $21,889 $1,388,030 $678,160 $709,870
2015 $21,306 $1,388,030 $678,160 $709,870
2014 $20,834 $1,388,030 $678,160 $709,870
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170558695

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000004-000000-000086