NOT LISTED FOR SALE

71 Hale Ln Darien, CT 06820

Estimated Value: $1,213,000 - $1,293,223

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,460 Sq Ft
$859/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 26, 2022

Last sale price $875,000 $599 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,073/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Guest House
  • Open Floorplan
  • Royle Elementary School Rated A
  • Pool House
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of August 2022

Fantastic opportunity to make this very desirable, 2-bedroom, 2.5 bath Townhome your own. The lush, serene setting of this end unit in the back of beautiful Middlesex Commons affords privacy yet easy access to downtown Darien. The entry invites you inside to a bright open floor plan. Gorgeous sun-filled Living room boasts high ceilings, wood-burning fireplace and sliders out to your own private deck. A reading nook w/ 2-story windows can be an office area. Enjoy entertaining in the spacious Dining area. The kitchen has a lovely breakfast area surrounded by windows and several new appliances. Hardwood floors throughout, except carpet in bedrooms and tile in the 2.5 bathrooms. At the top of the stairs to 2nd floor there is plenty space and natural light to set up a home office. Both spacious bedrooms on 2nd floor have soaring ceilings, new skylights and ensuite baths. The Primary bedroom has 2 closets, sliders to private balcony, and oversized bath with Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. A unique loft in 2nd bedroom is great for an extra bed, play area or storage; it also has a cedar closet! There’s a detached 1-car garage with storage area plus unassigned parking. Full unfinished basement great for storage with access to building’s common area. Middlesex Commons is impeccably maintained & offers an in-ground pool, pool house & lovely rental unit on the premises for guests to stay. Just a couple blocks to shopping, restaurants, parks & Metro North station.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joanne Santulli

Brown Harris Stevens License #RES.0759216 Listed on: 06/23/2022

Brown Harris Stevens

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Vitale

BHGRE Shore & Country License #RES.0803243

BHGRE Shore & Country

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,663

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Sprinkler System
  • Many Trees

HOA Fees

  • $575 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,460 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Shared Basement
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Guest Parking
  • Visitor Parking
  • Unassigned Parking

Pool

  • Pool House
  • In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Royle Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include club house, grounds maintenance, trash pickup, snow removal, property management, pool service
  • 60 Units
  • Middlesex Commons Community
  • Property managed by Westford Real Estate Mgmt

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,663

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$575 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condo/Co-Op For Sale
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1460
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1460
  • Total Sq Ft: 1460
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Guest Parking, Pool
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Condo sold "as is" . Central Vacuum, sauna and shower in lower level "as is" - never used by current owner. Fireplace has not been used by owner. Chimney, dryer vent, and security system inspected as required by HOA.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • End Unit: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Special Assessment Details: $110 monthly
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 1460
  • Tax Year Updated Dt: 07/11/2022
  • Directions: Post Rd. to Leroy, first left on to Hale Lane (Middlesex Commons). #71 is in back, at end (right side of garages).
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Shared Basement, Unfinished, Interior Access, Storage
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Guest House, Lighting, Sidewalk, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Pool House, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Unassigned Parking
  • Garages Number: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Club House, Grounds Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Snow Removal, Property Management, Pool Service
  • Complex Name: Middlesex Commons
  • HOA Fees: 575
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment Y: Yes
  • Property Management Type: Professional-Off Site
  • Property Manager Name: Nancy Liskiewicz
  • Property Manager Phone: 860.528-2885
  • Property Mgt Company Name: Westford Real Estate Mgmt
  • Property Mgt Phone: 203 972-6228

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot, Treed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: DB1

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 8663
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.230
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 106648

Multi Family

  • Total Num Of Units: 60

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 23, 2022
Closed on
Aug 26, 2022
Sold by
Powell Graham J
Bought by
Vitale Nicole and Vitale Robert
Seller's Agent
Joanne Santulli
Brown Harris Stevens
Buyer's Agent
Robert Vitale
BHGRE Shore & Country
List Price
$940,000
Sold Price
$875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-6.91%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$1,254,556

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$379,556
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.61%
Original Mortgage
$695,000
Outstanding Balance
$663,556
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$591,000

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 1999
Sold by
Stover Richard
Bought by
Powell Graham J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1996
Sold by
Jorgo Johann M and Jorgo Monique
Bought by
Stover Richard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Vitale Nicole $875,000 None Available
Powell Graham J $455,000 --
Stover Richard $363,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vitale Nicole $695,000
Previous Owner Stover Richard $290,000
Previous Owner Stover Richard $235,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/26/2022 08/26/22 Sold $875,000 -6.9% $599 / Sq Ft
08/10/2022 08/10/22 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2022 06/23/22 For Sale $940,000 -- $644 / 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 $11,016 $711,620 $0 $711,620
2024 $9,871 $671,930 $0 $671,930
2023 $8,854 $502,810 $0 $502,810
2022 $8,663 $502,810 $0 $502,810
2021 $8,467 $502,810 $0 $502,810
2020 $8,226 $502,810 $0 $502,810
2019 $8,281 $502,810 $0 $502,810
2018 $6,530 $406,070 $0 $406,070
2017 $6,562 $406,070 $0 $406,070
2016 $6,404 $406,070 $0 $406,070
2015 $6,233 $406,070 $0 $406,070
2014 $6,095 $406,070 $0 $406,070
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170498315

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000039-000000-000029-000071