NOT LISTED FOR SALE

65 Goodwives River Rd Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $3,161,000 - $3,904,681

4 Beds
7 Baths
5,648 Sq Ft
$628/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 10, 2020

Last sale price $1,867,125 $331 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,898/month

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • River Front
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Tokeneke Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.41 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of July 2020

Unspoiled nature awaits with scenic views of water and wildlife. This stunning home is nestled high on a hill overlooking Goodwives River and Gorham's Pond.  Completely rebuilt and renovated in 2012 using only the finest materials/finishes and exquisite craftsmanship (see attachment for details). The heart of this magnificent home is the eat-in chef’s kitchen which opens to the soaring cathedral ceiling great room complete with antique limestone fireplace.  All bedrooms are en suite with walk-in closets. The professionally landscaped grounds with multiple flagstone terraces and stone walls create an idyllic retreat. The upper unfinished level provides ample space for easy room expansion. Located in the Tokeneke Elementary School district. This is your once in a lifetime opportunity to own a very special property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Marchesi

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0796106 Listed on: 05/15/2020

Compass Connecticut, LLC

Co-Listed By

Maggie Marchesi

Compass Connecticut, LLC License #RES.0764035

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Schwarz

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0799983

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,330

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1.41 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Stone Wall
  • Sloped Lot
  • Many Trees

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Garage Access
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Tokeneke Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Underground Utilities
  • 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Great room Tiffany lamp. TV's

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,330

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Tokeneke
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4342
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4206
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1306
  • Total Sq Ft: 5648
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Park, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Exclusions: Great room Tiffany lamp. TV's
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 05/12/2020
  • Directions: Suggested route is Rings End Road, left onto Goodwives River Road, #65. Alternatively Old Kings Highway South to Goodwives River Road, #65.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 7.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Partial, Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Garage Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Central Vacuum, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: main
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 65

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Patio, Stone Wall, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Roof Information: Wood Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Frontage, River, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Under House Garage
  • Garages Number: 4
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: 100 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Assess Description: As of 05/20, there is $14,300 liability for connecting to the sewer. Buyer shall assume this debt.

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.4100
  • Lot Description: Water View, Sloping Lot, Treed, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: 25330
  • Total Assessed Value: 1537970
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.470
  • Mil Rate Total: 16.470
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 107995

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
May 15, 2020
Closed on
Jul 6, 2020
Sold by
Scofield Jeffrey K
Bought by
Schwarz Sarah G and Schwarz Timothy D
Seller's Agent
Robert Marchesi
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Schwarz
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,867,125
Premium/Discount to List
-$127,875
-6.41%
Current Estimated Value
$3,547,420

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,680,295
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.25%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$885,788
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,495,620

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2005
Sold by
Strong Elizabeth
Bought by
Scofield Jeffrey K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,388,000
Interest Rate
4.72%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Schwarz Sarah G $1,867,125 None Available
Scofield Jeffrey K $1,735,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schwarz Sarah G $1,000,000
Previous Owner Scofield Jeffrey K $1,461,000
Previous Owner Scofield Jeffrey K $150,000
Previous Owner Scofield Jeffrey K $1,388,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Sold $1,867,125 -6.4% $331 / Sq Ft
05/15/2020 05/15/20 For Sale $1,995,000 0.0% $353 / Sq Ft
05/16/2018 05/16/18 Rented $10,000 -9.1% --
05/11/2018 05/11/18 Under Contract -- -- --
02/23/2018 02/23/18 Price Changed $11,000 -8.3% $3 / Sq Ft
06/16/2017 06/16/17 Price Changed $12,000 +20.6% $3 / Sq Ft
05/02/2017 05/02/17 Price Changed $9,950 0.0% $2 / Sq Ft
05/02/2017 05/02/17 For Rent $9,950 -9.1% --
04/30/2017 04/30/17 Off Market $10,950 -- --
11/07/2016 11/07/16 For Rent $10,950 +4.3% --
12/16/2013 12/16/13 Rented $10,500 -10.3% --
11/16/2013 11/16/13 Under Contract -- -- --
10/07/2013 10/07/13 For Rent $11,700 -- --
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
2025 $31,273 $2,020,200 $1,008,840 $1,011,360
2024 $29,677 $2,020,200 $1,008,840 $1,011,360
2023 $28,655 $1,627,220 $805,420 $821,800
2022 $28,037 $1,627,220 $805,420 $821,800
2021 $25,899 $1,537,970 $805,420 $732,550
2020 $25,161 $1,537,970 $805,420 $732,550
2019 $25,330 $1,537,970 $805,420 $732,550
2018 $27,827 $1,730,540 $850,640 $879,900
2017 $33,092 $2,047,780 $1,167,880 $879,900
2016 $36,449 $2,311,260 $1,334,760 $976,500
2015 $35,478 $2,311,260 $1,334,760 $976,500
2014 $34,692 $2,311,260 $1,334,760 $976,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170294732

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000049-000000-000006