$697,500
SOLD AUG 15, 2019
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,967 Sq Ft
0.76 Acres

Recently Sold

$235 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 0.76 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Brien Mcmahon High School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of August 2021

519 ½ Flax Hill Road has everything! This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath turn-of-the-millennium colonial features a large open living space on the main level, cathedral ceilings in the family room and front entry way, two fireplaces, two staircases, a large living/dining room, an eat-in kitchen and an office/study – all on the first floor! All of the rooms throughout have hardwood floors and other tasteful features. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms that share a full Jack and Jill bathroom. The large master suite is complete with a trey ceiling, ensuite bath, jetted spa tub and a walk-in closet. The basement is the size of the footprint of the home, is perfect for storage and to finish in the future. Sliding doors lead to a large, private deck. This .76 acre home on Flax Hill Road is set back behind other lots, with a private driveway and attached 2 car garage. The home is a less than 4 minute drive to all the shopping, grocery, restaurants, etc., of Connecticut Avenue, with easy access to I95 and Darien shopping. In addition to its location and the great structure and layout of this home, it is also bright, elegant and perfect for entertaining guests. Snatch up this amazing home before someone else does.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Hanson

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0767809 Listed on: 04/14/2019

William Raveis Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Joe Balestriere

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0792559

Last Buyer's Agent

Amanda Thaw

The Riverside Realty Group License #RES.0797749

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,502

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.76 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned A2

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,967 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Awning
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Brien Mcmahon High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,502

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Brookside
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2967
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2967
  • Total Sq Ft: 2967
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Newer hot water heater, retractable awning, and irrigation system.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5724
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/29/2019
  • Directions: Richards Ave, right on Flax Hill Road, home on the right, back lot
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Laundry Room Location: Large Laundry Room!
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 519.5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Deck
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • 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: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic, Electric
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Brien McMahon
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.7600
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: A2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: 13502
  • Total Assessed Value: 506400
  • Mil Rate Base: 24.190
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 2.472
  • Mil Rate Total: 26.662
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 251815

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Brien McMahon

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2021
Closed on
Aug 2, 2021
Sold by
Connell John E Est
Bought by
Bauer Jonathan and Bauer James Alayna
Seller's Agent
Kevin Quick
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Donzeiser
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$727,500
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-1.03%
Total Days on Market
71
Current Estimated Value
$888,882

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$168,882
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.20%
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Outstanding Balance
$595,792
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$310,693

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 1996
Sold by
Gardner Robert C and Gardner Elizabeth C
Bought by
Connell Edward S and Connell Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 1989
Sold by
Brewer Hugh
Bought by
Gardner Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
10.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Executors Deed $720,000 None Available
Executors Deed $720,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $405,000 --
Warranty Deed $405,000 --
Deed $400,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $648,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $648,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $224,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $230,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/03/2021 08/03/21 Sold $720,000 -1.0% $219 / Sq Ft
07/13/2021 07/13/21 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2021 06/10/21 For Sale $727,500 +4.3% $221 / Sq Ft
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Sold $697,500 -3.8% $235 / Sq Ft
06/24/2019 06/24/19 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2019 04/14/19 For Sale $725,000 -- $244 / 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 $12,167 $515,750 $258,220 $257,530
2023 $10,461 $415,780 $218,490 $197,290
2022 $10,266 $415,780 $218,490 $197,290
2021 $10,000 $415,780 $218,490 $197,290
2020 $9,994 $415,780 $218,490 $197,290
2019 $9,714 $415,780 $218,490 $197,290
2018 $10,146 $380,560 $226,480 $154,080
2017 $9,798 $380,550 $226,480 $154,070
2016 $9,704 $380,560 $226,480 $154,080
2015 $9,678 $380,560 $226,480 $154,080
2014 $9,552 $380,560 $226,480 $154,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170176912

SmartMLS

APN: NORW-000005-000071-000005