Seller's Agent in 2019
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 722-6848
30 in this area
39 Total Sales
8 Briar Brae Rd Darien, CT 06820
Estimated Value: $2,753,000 - $2,884,050
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,312
Sq Ft
$650/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Access
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Property is near public transit
- Holmes Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
About This Home
As of April 2019Picture perfect New England Colonial recently updated with quality, style and flair. Newly enlarged kitchen adjacent to dramatic family room with built-ins and fireplace. Formal Dining Room with fireplace and French Doors to private patio. Sleek Library with built-ins and full length arched windows. First floor en-suite guest room. Second floor Master with marble bath and huge walk-in closet. Jack and Jill bedrooms and bath, fifth bedroom with hall bath and laundry room all on second floor. Lower level playroom and media room with natural light conveniently located next to two-car attached garage. Lovely, private, fenced yard on a quiet cul-de-sac close to school, town and train. **Please note** Two finished rooms in lower level (over 700 sq ft) not included in square footage. Total over 4200 sq ft!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0768642 Listed on: 10/17/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,135
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 0.51 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Corner Lot
- Property is zoned R12
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 2 Fireplaces
- Thermal Windows
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Microwave
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Floors
- Storage In Attic
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
- Sump Pump
- Basement Storage
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Private Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a golf course
Schools
- Holmes Elementary School
- Middlesex School
- Darien High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Floor Furnace
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Circulator
- Oil Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Public Transportation
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Master Bedroom and Dining Room Drapes, Light fixtures in family room and 2 girls' BRs and all TV's and mounts excluded. Swing set & Dining Room Chandelier negotiable. All other window treatments and hardware included.
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2019
Sold by
Steinkraus Eric and Steinkraus Edward
Bought by
Watts George and Warrs Sara
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2018
Closed on
Apr 10, 2019
Sold by
Watts George and Watts Sara
Bought by
Johnson Douglas and Johnson Samantha
Seller's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Diane Millas
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,642,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,500
-3.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.80%
Original Mortgage
$1,314,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 24, 2014
Closed on
May 20, 2014
Sold by
Murphy Jeremy A and Murphy Katherine
Bought by
Watts 4Th George W and Watts Sara F
Seller's Agent
Patricia Redican
Houlihan Lawrence
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Thomas
Houlihan Lawrence
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$1,760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-1.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.40%
Original Mortgage
$1,408,000
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 6, 2006
Sold by
Mcilree James P and Mcilree Nora R
Bought by
Murphy Jeremy A and Murphy Katherine
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 1999
Sold by
Mclaughlin Michael and Mclaughlin Susan Z
Bought by
Mcilree Nora R and Mcilree James P
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watts George | $2,651,000 | -- | |
| Johnson Douglas | $1,642,500 | -- | |
| Watts 4Th George W | $1,760,000 | -- | |
| Murphy Jeremy A | $1,220,000 | -- | |
| Mcilree Nora R | $779,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Johnson Douglas A | $1,314,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Greenway Robert | $1,314,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Greenway Robert | $1,408,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2019 04/10/19 | Sold | $1,642,500 | -3.3% | $381 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2019 02/21/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/03/2019 01/03/19 | For Sale | $1,699,000 | +3.4% | $394 / Sq Ft |
| 12/20/2018 12/20/18 | Off Market | $1,642,500 | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2018 10/17/18 | For Sale | $1,699,000 | -3.5% | $394 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2014 05/20/14 | Sold | $1,760,000 | -1.9% | $507 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2014 04/20/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/24/2014 02/24/14 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $517 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $21,282 | $1,374,800 | $647,850 | $726,950 |
| 2024 | $20,196 | $1,374,800 | $647,850 | $726,950 |
| 2023 | $18,666 | $1,059,940 | $462,770 | $597,170 |
| 2022 | $18,263 | $1,059,940 | $462,770 | $597,170 |
| 2021 | $17,849 | $1,059,940 | $462,770 | $597,170 |
| 2020 | $17,341 | $1,059,940 | $462,770 | $597,170 |
| 2019 | $17,457 | $1,059,940 | $462,770 | $597,170 |
| 2018 | $18,135 | $1,127,770 | $471,590 | $656,180 |
| 2017 | $18,225 | $1,127,770 | $471,590 | $656,180 |
| 2016 | $17,785 | $1,127,770 | $471,590 | $656,180 |
| 2015 | $16,505 | $1,075,270 | $471,590 | $603,680 |
| 2014 | $16,140 | $1,075,270 | $471,590 | $603,680 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Diane Millas
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 722-8349
59 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
Patricia Redican
Houlihan Lawrence
(203) 273-0410
19 in this area
30 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170134474
APN: DARI-000029-000000-000036
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