NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Natures Way Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,223,000 - $3,794,000

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
9,297 Sq Ft
$381/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 15, 2014

Last sale price $1,750,000 $188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 102% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,628/month

586 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Health Club
  • Wine Cellar
  • Ox Ridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Golf Course Community
  • Heated In Ground Pool

About This Home

As of July 2014

SERENITY...PEACE AND TRANQUILITY serve as the backdrop for this Mediterranean inspired modern masterpiece.Bordered by the fairways of the renowned Wee Burn Country Club...sited on almost 3 acres & approached via a private lane...there is no mistaking the beauty & grandeur of this magnificent 7000 sq.ft.residence. A dramatic open & sun filled foyer sets the tone w/ vaulted ceilings that perfectly accent floors of natural onyx. A relaxing sunken living area w/ fireplace, a beautiful bar, & formal dining are all open to each other.. surrounded by oversized windows letting in the natural light. State of the art kitchen,large family room(w/informal dining & kitchenette),master suite,office,game room, 3 car garage & more.Superb construction.

Last Listed By

Bruce Baker

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0769662 Listed on: 12/06/2012

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,880

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 2.84 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Many Trees
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Frame
  • Tile Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Stucco Exterior
  • Tile
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wine Cellar
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Attic Floors
  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

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

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Health Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,880

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 7222
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 7222
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 2075
  • Total Sq Ft: 9297
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Association Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 7222
  • Directions: HOLLOW TREE ROAD TO NATURES WAY
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Floored, Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Fully Finished, Full, Garage Access, Liveable Space, Storage, Walk-out
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Wine Cellar
  • Laundry Room Location: Main
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Grill, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Underground Sprinkler, Terrace
  • Exterior Siding: Stucco
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Tile
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool, Safety Fence
  • Construction Description: Stone, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows, Ridge Vents

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.8400
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Golf Course Frontage, Level Lot, Treed
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2012-June 2013
  • Property Tax: 33880
  • Total Assessed Value: 2671900
  • Mil Rate Total: 12.680
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103404
  • Tax Year Pub Record: 2012

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
Dec 6, 2012
Closed on
Jul 16, 2014
Sold by
Sofranos Catherine
Bought by
Chen Ning and Shen Fuchu
Seller's Agent
Bruce Baker
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Joy Kim Metalios
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$845,000
-32.56%
Total Days on Market
586
Current Estimated Value
$3,538,198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,788,198
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.38%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$736,027
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,691,606

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
Chen Ning $1,750,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sofranas John $1,000,000
Previous Owner Sofranas John $1,000,000
Previous Owner Sofranas John $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2014 07/15/14 Sold $1,750,000 -32.6% $188 / Sq Ft
06/15/2014 06/15/14 Pending -- -- --
12/06/2012 12/06/12 For Sale $2,595,000 -- $279 / 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 $21,887 $1,489,950 $1,126,020 $363,930
2023 $20,397 $1,158,290 $750,680 $407,610
2022 $19,957 $1,158,290 $750,680 $407,610
2021 $19,506 $1,158,290 $750,680 $407,610
2020 $18,950 $1,158,290 $750,680 $407,610
2019 $19,077 $1,158,290 $750,680 $407,610
2018 $20,826 $1,295,140 $804,300 $490,840
2017 $20,929 $1,295,140 $804,300 $490,840
2016 $20,424 $1,295,140 $804,300 $490,840
2015 $19,880 $1,295,140 $804,300 $490,840
2014 $31,285 $2,084,250 $972,300 $1,111,950
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99011325

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000007-000000-000059D