NOT LISTED FOR SALE

68 Holmes Ave Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,411,000 - $1,605,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,950 Sq Ft
$770/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 05, 2021

Last sale price $710,000 $364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 112% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,123/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of February 2021

A diamond in the rough in a “treasured” neighborhood, just a short walk to the bus, train and Woodland Park! Situated on a quiet street in the heart of Norton Heights lies this charming home with all the right ingredients for the creative buyer: hardwood floors, flexible floor plan, 2-car garage, natural light at every turn, large private backyard and easy accessibility to everything the area has to offer! Bright and open living room opens to the dining area and kitchen with sliders to the backyard. Spacious family room with cozy brick fireplace will make you feel right at home. Three comfortable bedrooms, including the master bedroom with walk-in-closet and full bath. PLUS! 1st floor office/den with a nearby full bath can be used as a guest bedroom or au pair’s/guest/in-laws space. Surrounded by mature woodlands and plantings, and just minutes away from Norton Heights train station, Holmes Elementary, Middlesex Middle School, shopping & restaurants, Post Rd/Rte 1 attractions, I-95, and much more. The perfect entry level for Darien!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Len Schwartz

Keller Williams Prestige Prop. License #RES.0782496 Listed on: 12/19/2020

Keller Williams Prestige Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Len Schwartz

Keller Williams Prestige Prop. License #RES.0782496 Listed on: 12/19/2020

Keller Williams Prestige Prop.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,761

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Kennel
  • Level Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,950 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Floor Furnace
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,761

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Noroton Heights
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Raised Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1950
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2525
  • Total Sq Ft: 1950
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Exclusions: None.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: West Ave to Holmes Ave
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Floored, Storage Space
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Separate room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Kennel, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Paved
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4400
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 8761
  • Mil Rate Base: 16.330
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 107834

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Holmes
  • Middle Jr High School: Middlesex
  • High School: Darien

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2020
Closed on
Jan 29, 2021
Sold by
Fountaine Edmund J and Fountaine Alyce Z
Bought by
Shakunthala Sandhya D and Shanthappa Jirenallur
Seller's Agent
Len Schwartz
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Len Schwartz
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$710,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
9.23%
Current Estimated Value
$1,501,800

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$791,800
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.85%
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Outstanding Balance
$487,005
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,014,795
Source: Public Records

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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
Shakunthala Sandhya D $710,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Shakunthala Sandhya D $548,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Sold $710,000 +9.2% $364 / Sq Ft
01/05/2021 01/05/21 Pending -- -- --
12/25/2020 12/25/20 For Sale $650,000 -- $333 / 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
2025 $14,585 $942,200 $385,280 $556,920
2024 $8,366 $569,520 $385,280 $184,240
2023 $8,739 $496,230 $366,940 $129,290
2022 $8,516 $494,270 $366,940 $127,330
2021 $8,324 $494,270 $366,940 $127,330
2020 $8,761 $536,480 $366,940 $169,540
2019 $8,836 $536,480 $366,940 $169,540
2018 $7,680 $477,610 $302,960 $174,650
2017 $7,718 $477,610 $302,960 $174,650
2016 $7,532 $477,610 $302,960 $174,650
2015 $7,331 $477,610 $302,960 $174,650
2014 $7,169 $477,610 $302,960 $174,650
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Len Schwartz

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Len Schwartz

    Keller Williams Prestige Prop.

    (203) 912-5254

    2 in this area

    142 Total Sales

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170361679

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000048-000000-000109

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

68 Holmes Ave, Darien, CT

Not Listed for Sale

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