NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Driftway Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,595,000 - $4,213,000

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,681 Sq Ft
$826/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 11, 2021

Last sale price $2,670,000 $570 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,773/month

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A+
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Wetlands on Lot

About This Home

As of June 2021

This classic Connecticut colonial located on one of Darien’s most sought-after street offers everything today’s buyer is looking for in a home. The sun-filled first floor includes a formal living and dining room, spacious study, sunroom, wet bar, and a gourmet kitchen overlooking the family room. Upstairs is a large master suite, five additional bedrooms, laundry room, and playroom. French doors from both the kitchen and living room lead to a patio that offers ample space for outdoor entertaining. All this is surrounded by a beautifully landscaped level yard and just minutes from downtown Darien and Rowayton.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katherine Balanoff

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0778235 Listed on: 03/24/2021

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Anika Charron

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0809232

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,285

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 4,681 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: DR chandelier, all outdoor planters. Included: All wall mounted TV's

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,285

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4681
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4681
  • Total Sq Ft: 4681
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Shopping/Mall
  • Exclusions: DR chandelier, all outdoor planters. Included: All wall mounted TV's
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 03/22/2021
  • Directions: Tokeneke Rd. To Driftway Lane.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 13
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Patio, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • 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: 2.0000
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Level Lot, Fence - Wood
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 22285
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 108912

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 24, 2021
Closed on
Jun 11, 2021
Sold by
Hannigan Charles G and Hannigan Meghan C
Bought by
Doody Colin and Smiith Kristin
Seller's Agent
Katherine Balanoff
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Anika Charron
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$2,750,000
Sold Price
$2,670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-2.91%
Current Estimated Value
$3,864,607

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,194,607
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.33%
Original Mortgage
$2,136,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,933,882
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,930,725

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2014
Closed on
May 18, 2015
Sold by
Michalowski Peter P and Michalowski Pamela J
Bought by
Hannigan Charles G and Hannigan Meghan C
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Hess
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Balanoff
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,795,000
Sold Price
$2,575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$220,000
-7.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2011
Sold by
Maclean Edna M
Bought by
Michalowski Peter P and Michalowski Pamela J

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2008
Sold by
Conway Edward B and Conway Erin R
Bought by
Maclean Edna M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2006
Sold by
Cross Road Prop Llc
Bought by
Conway Edward B and Conway Erin R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1997
Sold by
Finnerty Peter F and Finnerty Carolein S
Bought by
Conway Edward B and Conway Erin R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 1990
Sold by
Spiller Jonathan
Bought by
Finnerty Peter
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
Doody Colin $2,670,000 None Available
Hannigan Charles G $2,575,000 --
Michalowski Peter P $2,637,500 --
Maclean Edna M $2,700,000 --
Conway Edward B $2,750,000 --
Conway Edward B $1,600,000 --
Finnerty Peter $637,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Doody Colin $2,136,000
Closed Doody Colin $2,136,000
Previous Owner Finnerty Peter $350,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/11/2021 06/11/21 Sold $2,670,000 -0.9% $570 / Sq Ft
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2021 04/15/21 Price Changed $2,695,000 -2.0% $576 / Sq Ft
03/24/2021 03/24/21 For Sale $2,750,000 +6.8% $587 / Sq Ft
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Sold $2,575,000 -7.9% $550 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/15/2015 04/15/15 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2014 09/02/14 For Sale $2,795,000 -- $597 / 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 $27,150 $1,753,850 $1,041,880 $711,970
2024 $25,764 $1,753,850 $1,041,880 $711,970
2023 $24,031 $1,364,650 $771,750 $592,900
2022 $23,513 $1,364,650 $771,750 $592,900
2021 $22,981 $1,364,650 $771,750 $592,900
2020 $22,326 $1,364,650 $771,750 $592,900
2019 $22,476 $1,364,650 $771,750 $592,900
2018 $26,883 $1,671,810 $1,071,910 $599,900
2017 $27,016 $1,671,810 $1,071,910 $599,900
2016 $26,364 $1,671,810 $1,071,910 $599,900
2015 $25,662 $1,671,810 $1,071,910 $599,900
2014 -- $1,671,810 $1,071,910 $599,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170382575

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000065-000000-000022