NOT LISTED FOR SALE

51 Saint Nicholas Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $2,781,000 - $3,612,068

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,738 Sq Ft
$855/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 06, 2019

Last sale price $1,500,000 $401 Per Sq Ft

Est. 113% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,341/month

140 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.99 Acre Lot
  • Wetlands on Lot

About This Home

As of December 2019

Classic, elegant five bedroom colonial on bucolic St. Nicholas Rd. Enter into the large foyer with lovely circular staircase up to second floor with four bedrooms. The front to back living room with fireplace leads into a step down sun room with beautiful views of pool and exquisite yard. Formal dining room leads in to the large kitchen with breakfast bar. Kitchen opens to family room with sliders to patio and pool. A first floor bedroom and full bath complete this wonderful family home. Co listing agent is owner.

Last Listed By

Anne-Lise Brown

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0752971 Listed on: 06/05/2019

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,047

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 1.99 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Level Lot

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 3,738 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

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

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Basement Hatchway

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Beach Access
  • Wetlands on Lot
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Garage
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,047

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3738
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3738
  • Total Sq Ft: 3738
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Mansfield Avenue (Rt 124) to St. Nicholas Rd
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial, Unfinished, Hatchway Access
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 51

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Gutters, Patio, Shed
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • 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: 1.9900
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Some Wetlands, Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 26047
  • Total Assessed Value: 1581510
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 103345

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
Jun 5, 2019
Closed on
Dec 5, 2019
Sold by
Smith Benedict and Smith Hester
Bought by
Patton Robert and Patton Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Anne-Lise Brown
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Benedict Smith
Halstead Real Estate
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-16.43%
Total Days on Market
140
Current Estimated Value
$3,197,767

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,697,767
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.95%
Original Mortgage
$1
Outstanding Balance
$1
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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
Patton Robert $1,500,000 --
Patton Robert $1,500,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Patton Robert $1
Previous Owner Smith Ii Benedict $225,000
Previous Owner Smith Ii Benedict $250,000
Closed Patton Robert $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $1,500,000 -8.3% $401 / Sq Ft
10/23/2019 10/23/19 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2019 10/01/19 Price Changed $1,635,000 -3.5% $437 / Sq Ft
08/07/2019 08/07/19 Price Changed $1,695,000 -5.6% $453 / Sq Ft
06/05/2019 06/05/19 For Sale $1,795,000 -- $480 / 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 $29,309 $1,995,140 $1,143,940 $851,200
2023 $32,520 $1,846,670 $1,134,910 $711,760
2022 $31,818 $1,846,670 $1,134,910 $711,760
2021 $26,633 $1,581,510 $1,134,910 $446,600
2020 $25,874 $1,581,510 $1,134,910 $446,600
2019 $26,047 $1,581,510 $1,134,910 $446,600
2018 $27,791 $1,728,300 $1,131,410 $596,890
2017 $27,929 $1,728,300 $1,131,410 $596,890
2016 $27,255 $1,728,300 $1,131,410 $596,890
2015 $26,529 $1,728,300 $1,131,410 $596,890
2014 $25,942 $1,728,300 $1,131,410 $596,890
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170199829

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000006-000000-000098