NOT LISTED FOR SALE

42 Goodwives River Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,239,000 - $2,968,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,044 Sq Ft
$843/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 20, 2017

Last sale price $1,225,000 $402 Per Sq Ft

Est. 109% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,645/month

105 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Beach Access
  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of November 2017

Darien is the new Litchfield! A rare property in the coastal town of Darien is on the market for the first time in 100 years. Up a curved, private drive sits a generational home on 1.39 acres. Charming and warm, bright and airy, original woodwork and hardwood floors and the amazing full length three season porch will inspire following generations. Skating pond, sledding hill, climbing trees, terrace with fire pit and sweeping lawn complete this beautiful property. Walking distance to the iconic Ring's End Landing and Pear Tree Point Beach, it is living on vacation yet a short train ride to and from NYC. Perfect for a full time home or weekend getaways. Convenience and privacy!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy R Dauk

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0161930 Listed on: 06/09/2017

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Co-Listed By

Lucy Oldrin

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0760665

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Fitzpatrick

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0801721

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,053

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Lot Details

  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Sloped Lot
  • Many Trees

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 3,044 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Water Views
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Terrace
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: DR chandelier, propane tank, propane stove, lights on porch.

Community Details

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Additional Features

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,053

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3044
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3044
  • Total Sq Ft: 3044
  • Year Built: 1906
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: DR chandelier, propane tank, propane stove, lights on porch.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3044
  • Directions: Old Kings Hwy S to Goodwives River Road, house on left.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Access, Walk-out, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: first
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 42

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Porch, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Slab, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Pond, Beach Rights, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected, Septic, Public Sewer In Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: Yes

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.3900
  • Lot Description: Water View, Sloping Lot, Treed
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 15053
  • Total Assessed Value: 931490
  • Mil Rate Base: 15.770
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 108681

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2017
Closed on
Nov 21, 2017
Sold by
Johnson Louise and Johnson Stewart
Bought by
Hughes Paul and Hughes Sally
Seller's Agent
Nancy R Dauk
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Laura Fitzpatrick
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,390,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-11.87%
Current Estimated Value
$2,566,236

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,341,236
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.44%
Original Mortgage
$980,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2005
Sold by
Henderson Louise L and Fritts Anne H
Bought by
Johnson E Stewart and Johnson Louise
Source: Public Records

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
Hughes Paul $1,225,000 --
Johnson E Stewart $1,341,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hughes Paul T $280,200
Open Hughes Paul $1,190,000
Closed Johnson E Stewart $72,000
Closed Johnson E Stewart $980,000
Previous Owner Johnson E Stewart $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/20/2017 11/20/17 Sold $1,225,000 0.0% $402 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2017 08/25/17 Price Changed $1,225,000 -11.9% $402 / Sq Ft
06/09/2017 06/09/17 For Sale $1,390,000 -- $457 / 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 $20,275 $1,309,770 $627,410 $682,360
2024 $17,742 $1,207,780 $627,410 $580,370
2023 $17,511 $994,350 $522,830 $471,520
2022 $17,133 $994,350 $522,830 $471,520
2021 $16,745 $994,350 $522,830 $471,520
2020 $16,268 $994,350 $522,830 $471,520
2019 $13,484 $818,720 $522,830 $295,890
2018 $14,978 $931,490 $633,360 $298,130
2017 $15,053 $931,490 $633,360 $298,130
2016 $14,690 $931,490 $633,360 $298,130
2015 $14,298 $931,490 $633,360 $298,130
2014 $13,982 $931,490 $633,360 $298,130
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Nancy R Dauk

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Nancy R Dauk

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 858-1146

    28 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Nancy R Dauk
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Lucy Oldrin

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 249-1022

    1 Total Sale

    Lucy Oldrin
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  • Laura Fitzpatrick

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Laura Fitzpatrick

    William Pitt

    (203) 249-8548

    8 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Laura Fitzpatrick
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99189446

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000063-000000-000107-000001

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

42 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT

This home is located at 42 Goodwives River Rd, Darien, CT 06820 since 09 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $2,566,236, approximately $843 per square foot. This property was built in 1906. 42 Goodwives River Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Tokeneke Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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