$4,500,000
SOLD OCT 18, 2022

79 Rings End Rd Darien, CT 06820

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,954 Sq Ft
1.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$908 Per Sq Ft

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Beach Access
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Hindley Elementary School Rated A
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Sauna

About This Home

As of October 2022

Like new home in magical setting on Gorhams Pond overlooking Rings End Bridge. Total renovation including new roof, HVAC, floors, bathrooms, as well as new roof line and entry with stone pillars and metal roof - completely changing the look of the house. Spectacular water views from most rooms. Heated pool. Sauna. Walk to Pear Tree Beach.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cathy Thomas

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0768642 Listed on: 08/01/2022

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Cathy Thomas

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0768642 Listed on: 08/01/2022

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $37,015

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Open Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,954 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Awning
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Sauna
  • Water Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Hindley Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$37,015

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Long Neck Point
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4954
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 4954
  • Total Sq Ft: 4954
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Park, Tennis Courts
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 4954
  • Directions: Post Road to Rings End Road. Driveway on left hand side before crossing bridge.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 11
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Sauna, Security System
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Laundry Room, Sauna
  • Laundry Room Location: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Street Number Modifier: 79

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Deck, French Doors, Lighting, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle, Metal
  • Waterfront Description: Direct Waterfront, Pond, Access, Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool, Heated
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.3700
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Water View, Professionally Landscaped
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: R-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 37015
  • Total Assessed Value: 2148300
  • Mil Rate Base: 17.230
  • Mil Rate Total: 17.230
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 108008

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2022
Closed on
Oct 18, 2022
Sold by
Keane Michael R and Keane Karen B
Bought by
Loomis Stillman M and Loomis Elen G
Seller's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$4,500,000
Sold Price
$4,500,000
Views
61
Current Estimated Value
$4,909,615

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$409,615
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.18%
Original Mortgage
$3,600,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,426,702
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,482,913

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2018
Closed on
May 15, 2018
Sold by
Philip Wright T and Wright Steven
Bought by
Keane Karen and Keane Michael
Seller's Agent
Heather Raymond
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$3,395,000
Sold Price
$3,255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$140,000
-4.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,953,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2010
Sold by
Wright Philip T
Bought by
Wright Philip T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2003
Sold by
Johnston Richard M and Johnston Anne V
Bought by
Wright Phillip I

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 1997
Sold by
Freelove David W
Bought by
Johnston Richard J and Johnston Anne J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 1988
Sold by
Callahan Neil
Bought by
Macdonald John
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $4,500,000 None Available
Deed $3,255,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $2,900,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,800,000 --
Deed $1,425,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $3,600,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,853,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,941,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,953,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2022 10/18/22 Sold $4,500,000 0.0% $908 / Sq Ft
08/23/2022 08/23/22 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2022 08/01/22 For Sale $4,500,000 +38.2% $908 / Sq Ft
05/14/2018 05/14/18 Sold $3,255,000 -4.1% $659 / Sq Ft
03/19/2018 03/19/18 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2018 02/01/18 For Sale $3,395,000 -- $687 / 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 $46,001 $2,971,640 $1,517,110 $1,454,530
2024 $43,653 $2,971,640 $1,517,110 $1,454,530
2023 $39,581 $2,247,630 $1,204,140 $1,043,490
2022 $37,015 $2,148,300 $1,204,140 $944,160
2021 $36,177 $2,148,300 $1,204,140 $944,160
2020 $35,146 $2,148,300 $1,204,140 $944,160
2019 $35,383 $2,148,300 $1,204,140 $944,160
2018 $38,214 $2,376,500 $1,474,900 $901,600
2017 $38,404 $2,376,500 $1,474,900 $901,600
2016 $37,477 $2,376,500 $1,474,900 $901,600
2015 $36,479 $2,376,500 $1,474,900 $901,600
2014 $35,671 $2,376,500 $1,474,900 $901,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170513135

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000050-000000-000016