NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Midbrook Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,684,000 - $3,282,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,607 Sq Ft
$836/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 12, 2017

Last sale price $1,750,000 $485 Per Sq Ft

Est. 72% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,822/month

171 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of January 2017

Charming center hall colonial in immaculate condition on 1 acre of spectacular professionally groomed open level grounds on one of Darien’s most desirable cul de sacs under a mile from town, train and shopping. Beautifully designed updated kitchen with huge Carrera marble island and butler’s pantry with wet bar open to spacious family room with access to large flagstone terrace, perfect for dining al fresco. Great room flow for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Additional amenities new master bath, screened porch and oversized 2 car attached garage.

Last Listed By

Nancy R Dauk

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #REB.0161930 Listed on: 05/06/2016

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,582

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 3,607 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,582

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3607
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3168
  • Total Sq Ft: 3607
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3168
  • Directions: Leroy Avenue to Midbrook Lane. House on Left
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Lighting, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access
  • 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 Garage
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.0000
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2016-June 2017
  • Property Tax: 16582
  • Total Assessed Value: 1051470
  • Mil Rate Base: 15.770
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.770
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103303

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2016
Closed on
Jan 13, 2017
Sold by
Watkins Patricia Est
Bought by
Desai Stefanie
Seller's Agent
Nancy R Dauk
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Maggie Marchesi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-7.65%
Total Days on Market
171
Current Estimated Value
$3,017,005

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,267,005
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.73%
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 1992
Sold by
Watkins James
Bought by
Watkins John and Watkins Patricia

Range of Values:

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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
Desai Stefanie -- --
Desai Stefanie -- --
Desai Stefanie -- --
Watkins John $557,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Desai Stefanie $500,000
Open Desai Stefanie $1,569,000
Closed Desai Stefanie $150,000
Closed Desai Stefanie $1,460,000
Closed Watkins John $150,000
Closed Watkins John $1,400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/12/2017 01/12/17 Sold $1,750,000 -7.7% $485 / Sq Ft
12/13/2016 12/13/16 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2016 05/06/16 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $525 / 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 $23,218 $1,580,530 $735,000 $845,530
2023 $20,916 $1,187,760 $525,000 $662,760
2022 $15,325 $889,420 $525,000 $364,420
2021 $14,978 $889,420 $525,000 $364,420
2020 $14,551 $889,420 $525,000 $364,420
2019 $14,649 $889,420 $525,000 $364,420
2018 $16,908 $1,051,470 $610,400 $441,070
2017 $16,992 $1,051,470 $610,400 $441,070
2016 $16,582 $1,051,470 $610,400 $441,070
2015 $16,140 $1,051,470 $610,400 $441,070
2014 $15,783 $1,051,470 $610,400 $441,070
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99144766

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000006-000000-000006