NOT LISTED FOR SALE

45 Birch Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,616,000 - $3,220,635

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,224 Sq Ft
$689/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,725,000 $408 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,130/month

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Property is near public transit
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of August 2020

POOL, LOCATION, COLONIAL This home offers it all including five bedrooms, an office and finished basement. This classic colonial has a large living room with fireplace and formal dining room perfect for entertaining and holidays. The spacious eat in kitchen is light and bright overlooking the inviting pool. The kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, eating nook, counter space for enjoying a quick meal and plenty of storage. There is a computer station and tons of natural light. The kitchen leads into a spacious family room with high ceilings a fireplace, wet bar and built ins for movie or game nights. There is a renovated mudroom with front loading washer and dryer conveniently located for pool towels and sports gear. There is a back staircase that leads up to a guest bedroom and office with an updated full bath offering lots of quiet and privacy. The main staircase leads up to a master suite with large shower and double sinks. There are three additional bedrooms with a shared hall bath that also features dual sinks and lots of storage. The outside is an incredible oasis with a large patio, heated pool and 3/4 of an acre. In the Ox Ridge school district this neighborhood favorite will go fast!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Deirdre McGovern

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0789118 Listed on: 06/03/2020

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Co-Listed By

Anita Walter

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0810398

Last Buyer's Agent

Bernadette Fischer

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0783277

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,838

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.73 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Beach Access
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,838

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0.73 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3824
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3824
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 400
  • Total Sq Ft: 4224
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/20/2020
  • Directions: Post Road to Birch Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.7300
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Secluded, Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 20838
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103982

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
Jun 3, 2020
Closed on
Aug 18, 2020
Sold by
Roney Steven F and Roney Stephen F
Bought by
Morphy Calvin P and Morphy Erin E
Seller's Agent
Deirdre McGovern
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Bernadette Fischer
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-4.17%
Current Estimated Value
$2,910,409

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,185,409
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.00%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$887,070
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,023,339

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2001
Sold by
Waggaman William M and Boreel Ghislaine
Bought by
Roney Steven Fx and Roney Marjorie N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$907,500
Interest Rate
6.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 1991
Sold by
Condo Emily and Condo David
Bought by
Bergin John and Bergin Patricia
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
Morphy Calvin P $1,725,000 None Available
Roney Steven Fx $1,210,000 --
Bergin John $672,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Morphy Calvin P $1,000,000
Previous Owner Bergin John $250,000
Previous Owner Bergin John $690,000
Previous Owner Bergin John $907,500
Previous Owner Bergin John $451,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/21/2020 08/21/20 Sold $1,725,000 -4.2% $408 / Sq Ft
06/26/2020 06/26/20 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2020 06/03/20 For Sale $1,800,000 -- $426 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

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 $25,643 $1,656,550 $810,530 $846,020
2024 $24,335 $1,656,550 $810,530 $846,020
2023 $22,471 $1,276,030 $578,970 $697,060
2022 $21,986 $1,276,030 $578,970 $697,060
2021 $21,488 $1,276,030 $578,970 $697,060
2020 $20,876 $1,276,030 $578,970 $697,060
2019 $11,735 $1,276,030 $578,970 $697,060
2018 $20,895 $1,299,410 $560,980 $738,430
2017 $20,998 $1,299,410 $560,980 $738,430
2016 $20,492 $1,299,410 $560,980 $738,430
2015 $19,946 $1,299,410 $560,980 $738,430
2014 $19,504 $1,299,410 $560,980 $738,430
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170299706

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000011-000000-000010

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