$1,385,000
SOLD OCT 11, 2022

7 Abbey Rd Darien, CT 06820

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,020 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$686 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of October 2022

Perfectly situated on a level lot in a vibrant neighborhood sits this updated and move-in ready home that is within walking distance to Holmes elementary school, train station, shops and restaurants. The main level features a large living room with fireplace that retains its vintage charm, a large family room to the rear with access to the terrace and backyard, a beautifully renovated kitchen and formal dining area. The kitchen was meticulously updated and has stainless appliances, granite counters and an eat-in section. The family room with its glass sliders leads out to the stone terrace and is the perfect space for outdoor entertaining. The second level has a primary bedroom with a beautiful full bathroom and two additional bedrooms and full bath. The lower level serves as recreation space and/or a guest bedroom and there is also a large storage area for all those holiday decorations. The home also has new windows, new vinyl fence, newer roof, freshly painted exterior and professional landscaping. You'll enjoy peace and quiet of small town living with big city amenities nearby. Exemplary schools, hiking trails, neighborhood parks, tennis & pickleball courts! Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to own perfection in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Darien!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Teodoro Sibilia

Keller Williams Prestige Prop. License #RES.0796539 Listed on: 08/09/2022

Keller Williams Prestige Prop.

Last Buyer's Agent

Catherine Russell

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0762875

Brown Harris Stevens

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,924

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned R13

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,020 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Private Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Terrace

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,924

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2020
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 2020
  • Total Sq Ft: 2020
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Nearby Amenities: Health Club, Playground/Tot Lot
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 2020
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 08/09/2022
  • Directions: Middlesex Rd. to Abbey Rd.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 7

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, 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, Driveway, Off Street Parking
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Private, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiator, Steam
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Sewer Usage Fee Annual: 563

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1800
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Full
  • Zoning: R13

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 10924
  • Total Assessed Value: 633990
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.230
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.230
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105476

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
Aug 9, 2022
Closed on
Oct 11, 2022
Sold by
Nash Cassandra and Nash Tyler
Bought by
Schwartz Jamie and Robinson Bradley
Seller's Agent
Teodoro Sibilia
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Russell
Brown Harris Stevens
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-0.72%
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$1,826,762

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$441,762
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,108,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,057,955
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$769,664

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2016
Closed on
Nov 21, 2016
Sold by
Hall Christopher C and Hall Alexandra M
Bought by
Herbers David and Herbers Marissa
Seller's Agent
Betsy Campbell
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
OUT-OF-TOWN BROKER
FOREIGN LISTING
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,060,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$89,000
-7.75%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.64%
Original Mortgage
$848,000
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2012
Closed on
Aug 24, 2012
Sold by
Law James M and Law Allison W
Bought by
Hall Christopher C and Hall Alexandra M
Seller's Agent
Patricia Redican
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Betsy Campbell
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,125,000
Sold Price
$1,015,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-9.78%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 1992
Sold by
Young Stephen and Hockfield Fayetta
Bought by
Fitzpatrick Peter and Fitzpatrick J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 1989
Sold by
Rickards James
Bought by
Hockfield Barbara
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
Warranty Deed $1,385,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,060,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,015,000 --
Warranty Deed $335,000 --
Deed $342,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,108,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,038,416 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,057,414 VA
Previous Owner $848,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $106,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/11/2022 10/11/22 Sold $1,385,000 -0.7% $686 / Sq Ft
08/30/2022 08/30/22 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2022 08/12/22 For Sale $1,395,000 +27.4% $691 / Sq Ft
03/11/2020 03/11/20 Sold $1,095,000 0.0% $542 / Sq Ft
01/24/2020 01/24/20 Pending -- -- --
01/08/2020 01/08/20 For Sale $1,095,000 +3.3% $542 / Sq Ft
11/17/2016 11/17/16 Sold $1,060,000 -7.7% $530 / Sq Ft
10/22/2016 10/22/16 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2016 06/29/16 For Sale $1,149,000 +13.2% $575 / Sq Ft
08/23/2012 08/23/12 Sold $1,015,000 -9.8% $508 / Sq Ft
07/24/2012 07/24/12 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2012 02/13/12 For Sale $1,125,000 -- $563 / 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 $13,880 $896,630 $672,980 $223,650
2024 $13,171 $896,630 $672,980 $223,650
2023 $11,165 $633,990 $448,630 $185,360
2022 $10,924 $633,990 $448,630 $185,360
2021 $10,676 $633,990 $448,630 $185,360
2020 $10,372 $633,990 $448,630 $185,360
2019 $10,442 $633,990 $448,630 $185,360
2018 $10,473 $651,280 $451,290 $199,990
2017 $10,525 $651,280 $451,290 $199,990
2016 $10,271 $651,280 $451,290 $199,990
2015 $9,997 $651,280 $451,290 $199,990
2014 $9,776 $651,280 $451,290 $199,990
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170515410

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000025-000000-000073