NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6 Contentment Island Rd Darien, CT 06820

Darien Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,936,068 - $5,705,000

3 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,900 Sq Ft
$898/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 02, 2021

Last sale price $4,650,000 $788 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $33,648/month

363 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Beach Access
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of March 2021

One of a kind at this price! 2012 designed 5900 sq ft Tokeneke Waterfront House NOT in flood zone facing West ( love those sunsets over gorgeous Scott's Cove). Hamptons style, eco-friendly, geothermal, solar panels, and rainwater collection system reduces running costs to under $300 a month (less water) State of the art marble kitchen w/ connecting family room opening onto deck overlooking big back garden, 12'x20' dock and heated pool w/ spa. Flexible open floor plan w/ options. Master w/fpl and large deck can connect to sitting room/ nursery. 2 en-suite bedrooms, a playroom w/ full bath (can have separate entrance) a terrific MOVIE theater, plus a wine cellar, 2 private offices, w/generator. Large number of parking spaces, fabulous fishing.

Last Listed By

Becky Munro

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0771274 Listed on: 01/23/2020

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $44,742

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.81 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Sprinkler System
  • Legal Non-Conforming

HOA Fees

  • $214 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Instant Hot Water

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Pre-Wired For Photovoltaic Solar
  • Solar Heating System
  • Heating system powered by solar not connected to the grid
  • Heating system powered by active solar

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Pool has a Solar Cover
  • Pool Alarm

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Balcony
  • Covered Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Heat or Energy Recovery Ventilation System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Ground
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include road maintenance

Amenities

  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$44,742

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$214 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Tokeneke
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5900
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 5940
  • Total Sq Ft: 5900
  • Year Built: 1960
  • New Construction: Torn Down & Rebuilt
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 08/31/2020
  • Directions: Tokeneke Road, Old Farm, Right onto Searles, over bridge to left fork, Contentment Island Road.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Cable - Pre-wired, Humidifier, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: fabulous with laundry chute!
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 6

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Deck, French Doors, Grill, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Frontage, Dock or Mooring, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Spa, Heated, Alarm, Gunite, Solar Cover
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Asphalt, Crushed Stone

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hydro Air, Radiant, Solar
  • Heat Fuel Type: Geothermal, Propane, Solar
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 2570
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Active Solar, Generator, Geothermal Heat, Heat Recovery Unit

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.8070
  • Lot Description: Non Conforming Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, In Flood Zone, Water View, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Elevation Certificate: Yes
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 44742
  • Total Assessed Value: 2734830
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 109178

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
Jan 23, 2020
Closed on
Feb 24, 2021
Sold by
Eppley Steven K and Eppley Lisa B
Bought by
Dinneen Darren and Dineen Anne
Seller's Agent
Becky Munro
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Michael Dinneen
Lockwood and Mead
List Price
$4,925,000
Sold Price
$4,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-5.58%
Total Days on Market
363
Current Estimated Value
$5,298,356

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$648,356
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.83%
Original Mortgage
$3,255,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,968,480
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,261,766

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2018
Sold by
Thomas David and Thomas Jennifer
Bought by
Eppley Steven and Eppley Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2015
Sold by
Baugher-Eppley Lisa and Eppley Devin
Bought by
Eppley Devin and Conroy Michael

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2010
Sold by
Hayes Robert S
Bought by
Eppley Steven K and Eppley Lisa B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2008
Sold by
Laughlin Gwen B
Bought by
Hayes Robert S

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dinneen Darren -- None Available
Eppley Steven $1,135,000 --
Eppley Devin -- --
Eppley Steven K $2,750,000 --
Hayes Robert S $3,100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dinneen Darren $3,255,000
Previous Owner Laughlin Robert $2,000,000
Previous Owner Laughlin Robert $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/02/2021 03/02/21 Sold $4,650,000 -5.6% $788 / Sq Ft
01/20/2021 01/20/21 Pending -- -- --
01/20/2021 01/20/21 For Sale $4,925,000 +5.9% $835 / Sq Ft
11/03/2020 11/03/20 Off Market $4,650,000 -- --
09/13/2020 09/13/20 Price Changed $4,925,000 -1.0% $835 / Sq Ft
03/12/2020 03/12/20 Price Changed $4,975,000 -4.3% $843 / Sq Ft
01/23/2020 01/23/20 For Sale $5,200,000 -- $881 / 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 $47,028 $3,201,380 $1,907,360 $1,294,020
2023 $48,160 $2,734,830 $1,559,670 $1,175,160
2022 $47,121 $2,734,830 $1,559,670 $1,175,160
2021 $46,055 $2,734,830 $1,559,670 $1,175,160
2020 $44,742 $2,734,830 $1,559,670 $1,175,160
2019 $24,704 $2,734,830 $1,559,670 $1,175,160
2018 $40,363 $2,510,130 $1,434,370 $1,075,760
2017 $40,564 $2,510,130 $1,434,370 $1,075,760
2016 $39,585 $2,510,130 $1,434,370 $1,075,760
2015 $39,347 $2,563,330 $1,514,380 $1,048,950
2014 $38,476 $2,563,330 $1,514,380 $1,048,950
Source: Public Records

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Becky Munro

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    (203) 858-6182

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    Becky Munro
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  • Michael Dinneen

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170265511

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000067-000000-000064

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820 Darien

6 Contentment Island Rd, Darien, CT

Homes for Sale in Darien, CT

This home is located at 6 Contentment Island Rd, Darien, CT 06820 since 23 January 2020 and is currently estimated at $5,298,356, approximately $898 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 6 Contentment Island Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Tokeneke Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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