$1,760,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2014

8 Briar Brae Rd Darien, CT 06820

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,472 Sq Ft
0.51 Acres

Recently Sold

$507 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Holmes Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of April 2019

LOCATED ON A DESIRABLE CUL-DE-SAC STREET, THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! FEATURING 5 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHS. A CUSTOM KITCHEN W/STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES & GRANITE COUNTERTOPS OPENS TO A SPECTACULAR FAMILY ROOM W/FIREPLACE, BUILT-INS, VAULTED CEILING, SURROUND SOUND & FRENCH DOORS LEADING TO PRIVATE PATIO. THIS ELEGANT HOME OFFERS FORMAL DINING ROOM & LIVING ROOM W/FIREPLACE. A 2012 ADDITION & RENOVATIONS ENHANCE THIS HOME W/LIBRARY FEATURING ARCHITECTURAL WINDOWS, A WALL OF BUILT-INS & A 1ST FLOOR GUEST SUITE. THE MASTER SUITE OFFERS A NEW WHITE CARRARA MARBLE BATH + HEATED FLOORS & A HUGE W/IN CUSTOM CLOSET. ADD'L LOWER LEVEL OF 828 SQ.FT. INCLUDES A PLAYROOM & A TV/GAME RM. THIS HOME IS PERFECT FOR ELEGANT ENTERTAINING & RELAXED LIVING.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patricia Redican

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0564737 Listed on: 02/24/2014

Houlihan Lawrence

Last Buyer's Agent

Cathy Thomas

Houlihan Lawrence License #RES.0768642

Houlihan Lawrence

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,542

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Property is zoned R-1/2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,472 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Holmes Elementary School
  • Middlesex School
  • Darien High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Circulator

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: SEE LIST AT PROPERTY

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,542

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Potential Short Sale: No
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3472
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3472
  • Total Sq Ft: 3472
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • Association Amenities: Park
  • Exclusions: SEE LIST AT PROPERTY
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3472
  • Directions: HOYT ST. TO BRIAR BRAE RD.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Laundry Room Location: UPPER & LOWER
  • Attic: No
  • Street Number Modifier: 8

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5100
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac
  • Zoning: R-1/2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2013-June 2014
  • Property Tax: 15542
  • Total Assessed Value: 1180130
  • Mil Rate Total: 13.170
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 105882

MLS Schools

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

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
$2,734,300

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
8.59%
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
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,651,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,642,500 --
Warranty Deed $1,760,000 --
Warranty Deed $1,220,000 --
Warranty Deed $779,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,314,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,408,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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

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 $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

  • Cathy Thomas

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Cathy Thomas

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 722-6848

    33 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Cathy Thomas
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  • Diane Millas

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Diane Millas

    William Raveis Real Estate

    (203) 722-8349

    55 Total Sales

    Diane Millas
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  • Patricia Redican

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Patricia Redican

    Houlihan Lawrence

    (203) 273-0410

    18 in this area

    29 Total Sales

    Patricia Redican
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 99054940

SmartMLS

APN: DARI-000029-000000-000036

Connecticut Fairfield County Darien 06820

8 Briar Brae Rd, Darien, CT

This home is located at 8 Briar Brae Rd, Darien, CT 06820 and is currently priced at $1,760,000, approximately $506 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 8 Briar Brae Rd is a home located in Fairfield County with nearby schools including Holmes Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School, and Darien High School.

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