$2,800,000
SOLD MAY 3, 2021
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,838 Sq Ft
1.13 Acres

Recently Sold

$987 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Public Water Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.13 Acre Lot
  • Attic

About This Home

As of May 2021

Very special location with seasonal water views! This lovely 4-bedroom colonial on 1.13 level acres is located in one of Darien's most sought-after neighborhoods. Steps away from Pear Tree Point Beach and Darien Boat Club, embrace the lifestyle of coastal living! Tucked in a coveted, quiet cul-de-sac, this home features a sun-filled family room, formal living and dining room, library, and eat-in kitchen. The beautiful stone terrace is perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor entertainment. A charming home in a prime location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janine Tienken

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0775247

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Lou Ball

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0028783

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,307

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 1.13 Acre Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,838 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Public Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Terrace
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Floor Furnace
  • Air Source Heat Pump
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,307

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Long Neck Point
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2838
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2838
  • Total Sq Ft: 2838
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: Pear Tree Point Road toward Beach to Crane Road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Grill, Gutters, Shed, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, Beach, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer In Street, Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.1300
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Water View, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 26307
  • Total Assessed Value: 1610980
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 108508

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
Mar 11, 2021
Closed on
May 3, 2021
Sold by
Handy Brian T and Handy Cynthia K
Bought by
Picache Miguel R and Picache Angeli B
Seller's Agent
Janine Tienken
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lou Ball
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,725,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$75,000
2.75%
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$3,526,962

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$726,962
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.09%
Original Mortgage
$1,800,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,670,422
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,495,750

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2015
Closed on
Jul 22, 2015
Sold by
Castaway Bay Ll Llc
Bought by
Handy Brian T and Handy Cynthia K
Seller's Agent
Robert Callahan
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Robert Callahan
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,655,000
Premium/Discount to List
$360,000
15.69%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.92%
Original Mortgage
$1,991,250
Interest Rate
3.13%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2014
Sold by
Castaway Bay 2 Llc
Bought by
Young Donald and Young Susan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 1988
Sold by
Stobart John
Bought by
Mathews Warren

Map

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,800,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $2,655,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $712,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,800,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,991,250 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $600,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $275,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $327,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2022 08/11/22 Rented $10,000 -16.7% --
07/20/2022 07/20/22 Under Contract -- -- --
06/29/2022 06/29/22 Price Changed $12,000 -14.3% $4 / Sq Ft
06/15/2022 06/15/22 For Rent $14,000 0.0% --
05/03/2021 05/03/21 Sold $2,800,000 +2.8% $987 / Sq Ft
03/18/2021 03/18/21 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2021 03/11/21 For Sale $2,725,000 +2.6% $960 / Sq Ft
07/21/2015 07/21/15 Sold $2,655,000 +15.7% $936 / Sq Ft
06/26/2015 06/26/15 For Sale $2,295,000 -- $809 / 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
2024 $29,219 $1,989,050 $1,603,700 $385,350
2023 $28,369 $1,610,980 $1,272,810 $338,170
2022 $27,757 $1,610,980 $1,272,810 $338,170
2021 $27,129 $1,610,980 $1,272,810 $338,170
2020 $26,356 $1,610,980 $1,272,810 $338,170
2019 $26,533 $1,610,980 $1,272,810 $338,170
2018 $20,591 $1,280,510 $945,490 $335,020
2017 $20,693 $1,280,510 $945,490 $335,020
2016 $20,194 $1,280,510 $945,490 $335,020
2015 $19,656 $1,280,510 $945,490 $335,020
2014 -- $1,280,510 $945,490 $335,020
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170379361

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000060-000000-000033