NOT LISTED FOR SALE

451 Middlesex Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,541,000 - $2,725,000

6 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,148 Sq Ft
$518/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 05, 2020

Last sale price $1,530,000 $297 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,302/month

292 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • 2.06 Acre Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of October 2020

In The Center Of It All! This well maintained, traditional colonial with a pool is beyond convenient with it's proximity to the high school & train. Boasting 5 bedroom, 4.5 baths & an additional bonus room over the garage with a full bath & separate entrance. Situated on 2 flat acres with a walk-out basement to the newly updated pool & large backyard. Your own private escape that is close to town, train & schools!

Last Listed By

Eileen Hanford

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0293590 Listed on: 10/17/2019

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,763

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 2.06 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Vinyl Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Additional Homes

  • Separate Entry Quarters

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,763

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4212
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4212
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 936
  • Total Sq Ft: 5148
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Stables/Riding
  • In Law Access: Separate Entry
  • Remarks Public Addendum: All CDC and Covid restrictions in place: please wear mask, gloves, booties. 2 people with their agent at one time in the house. NO children allowed in the home (sorry!) Your strict attention to these rules will be greatly appreciated.
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/20/2020
  • Directions: Middlesex Road, just past Hanson on the left
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Fully Finished, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 451

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch-Screened, Shed, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated, Safety Fence, Vinyl
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Paved, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0600
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Some Wetlands, Cleared, Secluded, Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 15763
  • Total Assessed Value: 965300
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103418

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
Oct 17, 2019
Closed on
Oct 2, 2020
Sold by
Gregory Renee B and Gregory Richard H
Bought by
Vandekamp Paul J and Vandekamp Lauren
Seller's Agent
Eileen Hanford
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Bryan Darien
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-9.73%
Total Days on Market
292
Current Estimated Value
$2,668,242

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,138,242
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.67%
Original Mortgage
$76,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 1998
Sold by
Cooke Adele M
Bought by
Gregory Renee B and Gregory Richard H

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
Vandekamp Paul J $1,530,000 None Available
Gregory Renee B $827,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vandekamp Lauren $269,000
Closed Vandekamp Paul J $76,500
Open Vandekamp Paul J $1,224,000
Previous Owner Cooke Edward J $200,000
Previous Owner Cooke Edward J $750,000
Previous Owner Cooke Edward J $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/05/2020 10/05/20 Sold $1,530,000 -4.1% $297 / Sq Ft
08/04/2020 08/04/20 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2020 06/17/20 Price Changed $1,595,000 -1.8% $310 / Sq Ft
03/25/2020 03/25/20 Price Changed $1,625,000 -4.1% $316 / Sq Ft
10/17/2019 10/17/19 For Sale $1,695,000 -- $329 / 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 $17,254 $1,174,530 $590,590 $583,940
2023 $16,999 $965,300 $590,590 $374,710
2022 $16,632 $965,300 $590,590 $374,710
2021 $16,256 $965,300 $590,590 $374,710
2020 $15,792 $965,300 $590,590 $374,710
2019 $15,156 $929,950 $590,590 $339,360
2018 $16,272 $1,011,920 $681,450 $330,470
2017 $16,302 $1,008,770 $678,300 $330,470
2016 $15,908 $1,008,770 $678,300 $330,470
2015 $15,485 $1,008,770 $678,300 $330,470
2014 $15,142 $1,008,770 $678,300 $330,470
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170245219

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000007-000000-000008