$1,300,000
SOLD DEC 6, 2013

45 Cedar Gate Rd Darien, CT 06820

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,120 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$417 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

121 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of November 2017

THIS STORYBOOK CAPE LOCATED IN THE CEDAR GATE ASSOCIATION IS THE PERFECT HOME FOR TODAY'S LIFESTYLE. ABUNDANT LIGHT FLOODS THE SPACIOUS, EAT-IN KITCHEN FEATURING DRAMATIC TWO-STORY WINDOWS OFFERING STAINLESS-STEEL APPLIANCES, MARBLE COUNTERTOPS, ISLAND AND FRENCH DOORS LEADING TO THE DECK. THE FLOOR PLAN CREATES AN OPEN FEEL FROM THE KITCHEN TO THE FAMILY ROOM WITH A STONE FIREPLACE AND BUILT-IN BOOKCASES. MASTER SUITE WITH FULL BATH AND DRESSING ROOM, THREE ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS AND SECOND FLOOR BONUS ROOM. ENTERTAINING IS A JOY IN FORMAL DINING ROOM AND LIVING ROOM INCLUDING FRENCH DOORS TO THE DECK AND PRIVATE ONE ACRE PROPERTY CONVENIENT TO TOWN, TRAIN AND SCHOOLS.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patricia Redican

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0564737 Listed on: 07/03/2013

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,425

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,120 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Partial Basement

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Property is near shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: ALL BEDROOM WINDOW TREATMENTS. INCLUDED: SWINGSET

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,425

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3120
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3120
  • Total Sq Ft: 3120
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Exclusions: ALL BEDROOM WINDOW TREATMENTS. INCLUDED: SWINGSET
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3120
  • Directions: LOCUST HILL RD. TO DELAFIELD ISLAND RD. TO CEDAR GATE RD.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement Description: Full, Partial, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Laundry Room Location: UPPER
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 45

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Window Unit
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 500
  • HOA: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0000
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2013-June 2014
  • Property Tax: 14425
  • Total Assessed Value: 1095290
  • Mil Rate Total: 13.170
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 108865
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2013

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Rykowski William E and Rykowski Catherine C
Bought by
Lavery Hugh J and Lavery Brooke P
Current Estimated Value
$2,249,293

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,650
Outstanding Balance
$128,700
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$2,098,547

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2017
Closed on
Nov 20, 2017
Sold by
Tempke Claus C
Bought by
Rykowski William and Rykowski Catherine
Seller's Agent
Ariana O'Malley
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Becky Munro
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,475,000
Sold Price
$1,303,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$172,000
-11.66%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.11%
Original Mortgage
$1,042,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 3, 2013
Closed on
Dec 9, 2013
Sold by
Snyder Bradley P
Bought by
Tempke Claus Christian and Tempke Amy
Seller's Agent
Patricia Redican
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.06%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2010
Sold by
Leblanc Paul L and Schall Alvin A
Bought by
Snyder Bradley P and Snyder Elizabeth R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,436,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,303,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,300,000 --
Executors Deed $1,275,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $143,650 Credit Line Revolving
Open $1,149,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,026,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,042,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $950,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,000,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2017 11/17/17 Sold $1,303,000 -6.6% $418 / Sq Ft
10/19/2017 10/19/17 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2017 07/10/17 Price Changed $1,395,000 -3.5% $447 / Sq Ft
06/07/2017 06/07/17 Price Changed $1,445,000 -2.0% $463 / Sq Ft
04/20/2017 04/20/17 For Sale $1,475,000 +13.5% $473 / Sq Ft
12/06/2013 12/06/13 Sold $1,300,000 -7.1% $417 / Sq Ft
11/06/2013 11/06/13 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2013 07/03/13 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $448 / 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 $17,705 $1,143,730 $777,000 $366,730
2024 $16,801 $1,143,730 $777,000 $366,730
2023 $16,492 $936,530 $647,500 $289,030
2022 $16,136 $936,530 $647,500 $289,030
2021 $15,771 $936,530 $647,500 $289,030
2020 $15,322 $936,530 $647,500 $289,030
2019 $15,425 $936,530 $647,500 $289,030
2018 $14,046 $873,530 $567,000 $306,530
2017 $14,116 $873,530 $567,000 $306,530
2016 $13,776 $873,530 $567,000 $306,530
2015 $13,409 $873,530 $567,000 $306,530
2014 $13,112 $873,530 $567,000 $306,530
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99033745

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000064-000000-000072