NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Birch Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,107,000 - $2,547,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,829 Sq Ft
$821/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 19, 2018

Last sale price $1,400,000 $495 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,958/month

123 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Fruit Trees
  • Attic
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of April 2018

Classic colonial set back on just under an acre is on fabulous Birch Road, a great friendly neighborhood, next to town, train and Cherry Lawn Park. This charming, 5 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath sun-filled house has been completely painted inside and out with all new windows, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, 8' ceilings, elegant moldings and built-ins, all in all giving it a truly vintage feel. French doors from an open kitchen/family room lead to an expansive, multi/level deck which overlooks a gorgeous, private backyard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet Olmsted

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0509650 Listed on: 10/02/2017

Brown Harris Stevens

Co-Listed By

Chris Merritt

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0462161

Last Buyer's Agent

Chichi Mayhew

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0444280

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,090

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 0.89 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is zoned R12

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,829 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Entrance hall chandelier, basement refrigerator, draperies. DR chandelier negotiable.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,090

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2829
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2799
  • Total Sq Ft: 2829
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Exclusions: Entrance hall chandelier, basement refrigerator, draperies. DR chandelier negotiable.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2799
  • Directions: Point'O Woods to Birch, Sylvan to Birch, Post Road to Birch.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, French Doors, Fruit Trees, Gutters, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.8900
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R12

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2017-June 2018
  • Property Tax: 14090
  • Total Assessed Value: 871920
  • Mil Rate Base: 15.770
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.160
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 104199

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 2, 2017
Closed on
Apr 19, 2018
Sold by
Brown James and Brown Molly
Bought by
Horan Lillian and Horan Patrick
Seller's Agent
Janet Olmsted
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Chichi Mayhew
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-3.45%
Total Days on Market
123
Current Estimated Value
$2,323,059

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$923,059
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.37%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2010
Sold by
Mueller David and Mueller Sheila
Bought by
Brown James D and Brown Molly 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
4.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2003
Sold by
Flanagan Michael D and Flanagan Abigail
Bought by
Mueller David and Mueller Sheila

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 1996
Sold by
Deke Daryl L and Deke Tanya G
Bought by
Flanagan Michael D and Flanagan Abigail

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1993
Sold by
Cronstedt Cecilie
Bought by
Deke Daryl and Deke Tanya
Source: Public Records

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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
Horan Lillian $1,400,000 --
Brown James D $1,250,000 --
Mueller David $1,030,000 --
Flanagan Michael D $460,000 --
Deke Daryl $435,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Horan Patrick $1,105,000
Closed Deke Daryl $1,120,000
Previous Owner Deke Daryl $915,000
Previous Owner Deke Daryl $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/19/2018 04/19/18 Sold $1,400,000 -3.4% $495 / Sq Ft
02/02/2018 02/02/18 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2018 02/01/18 For Sale $1,450,000 +3.6% $513 / Sq Ft
11/22/2017 11/22/17 Off Market $1,400,000 -- --
11/07/2017 11/07/17 Price Changed $1,450,000 -1.7% $513 / Sq Ft
10/02/2017 10/02/17 For Sale $1,475,000 -- $521 / 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 $19,561 $1,331,610 $852,880 $478,730
2023 $17,635 $1,001,420 $609,210 $392,210
2022 $16,540 $959,980 $609,210 $350,770
2021 $6,446 $959,980 $609,210 $350,770
2020 $7,844 $959,980 $609,210 $350,770
2019 $15,811 $959,980 $609,210 $350,770
2018 $9,519 $880,670 $531,230 $349,440
2017 $14,090 $871,920 $531,230 $340,690
2016 $13,750 $871,920 $531,230 $340,690
2015 $13,384 $871,920 $531,230 $340,690
2014 $13,088 $871,920 $531,230 $340,690
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Janet Olmsted

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 655-1418

    6 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Janet Olmsted
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  • Chris Merritt

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Chris Merritt

    Brown Harris Stevens

    (203) 655-1418

    5 in this area

    5 Total Sales

    Chris Merritt
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  • Chichi Mayhew

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Chichi Mayhew

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    (203) 943-2887

    20 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Chichi Mayhew
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170020068

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000014-000000-000053

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

5 Birch Rd, Darien, CT

This home is located at 5 Birch Rd, Darien, CT 06820 since 02 October 2017 and is currently estimated at $2,323,059, approximately $821 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 5 Birch Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Ox Ridge Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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